# TaalMala

> Music

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id900947127](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id900947127)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id900947127`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Abhijit Patait
- **Category:** Music
- **Rating:** 4.30 / 5 (177 ratings)
- **Version:** 8.1.7
- **Last updated:** 2024-06-06
- **First published:** 2014-07-25
- **Size:** 73 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/taalmala/id900947127)
- **Website:** [http://www.taalmala.com](http://www.taalmala.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.taalmala.com/privacy.shtml](https://www.taalmala.com/privacy.shtml)

## Description

TaalMala is a Chrome extension that provides studio-quality Indian classical accompaniment for tabla, pakhawaj, tanpura, swarMandal, santoor, harmonium and more. It offers 360+ Taals and sequences, 246+ Lehra/Nagma, and 650+ SwarMandal patterns across 65+ Ragas, making daily riyaaz and live performances practical with realistic, sample-based sounds. Built-in composer and sequencer let you create your own Taals, Lehras, and SwarMandal patterns by typing notation.

Key features include two sound sets for Tabla/Dagga, tempo and pitch controls, independent instrument mixing, two Tanpuras, tunings, automatic accompaniment synchronized to your performance, and a 5-minute-per-hour playback limit unless unlocked by subscription. The app emphasizes realism and flexibility, with easy notation entry, live accompaniment on demand, and clear licensing and privacy links.

## Rankings

- #112,356 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviews commonly praise TaalMala for its rich Indian music content, including extensive taals and variations, and for authentic drum sounds and realistic scales, with some users finding the premium version worth it. However, the app is repeatedly reported as buggy and unstable, with crashes, hangs, and unresponsive controls across devices. Users also cite compatibility issues on iOS versions, including blank screens and other performance problems. Pricing and upgrade practices are a frequent source of frustration, including update charges, unclear upgrade options, and refund requests, along with concerns about free-version limitations.

### Pros

- Extensive taals and variations with strong musical variety.
- Authentic drum sounds and realistic scales.
- Premium version is worth it for serious players.
- Well-suited for Indian classical music enthusiasts; conceptually strong.

### Cons

- Bugs and instability causing crashes, hangs, and unresponsive controls.
- Cross-device/iOS compatibility issues, including blank screens and performance problems.
- Pricing and upgrade friction: update charges, unclear upgrade options, and refund requests.
- Free-version limitations or restrictions affecting perceived value.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id900947127)