MIDI Macros

Name: MIDI Macros
Price: 0.99 USD
Rating: 4.2 (9 reviews)
Author: Oscar Bouwmans

Utilities

$0.99 · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.

9 Ratings
Age Rating

4+
Years
Category

Utilities
Developer

Oscar Bouwmans
Language

EN
English
Size

13.4
MB

MIDI Macros enables you to create a collection of buttons (macros), which send out custom MIDI data when tapped. You can make macros to do whatever you want using MIDI: - toggle between synthesizer's presets - control your FX units' parameters - control your DAW and it's plugins - add extra buttons to your digital mixer - do all of the above simultaneously Look up the MIDI messages required for your setup in the device's manuals. Please feel free to contact me if you have questions or need any help, via contact@oscarbouwmans.nl. Every macro can send multiple MIDI messages, to any of the connected MIDI devices. So, for example, one macro can toggle 3 different actions, on 3 different devices. Or 1 action, on 9 devices. Etc. MIDI Devices can be connected to your iOS device via USB*, Bluetooth, or WiFi. *requires the Apple Camera Connection Kit or other compatible adapters Macro sets can be stored in presets. Presets can either be stored locally on the iOS device, or in iCloud, allowing you to synchronise presets between your devices. A future update will allow presets to be sent to other devices using AirDrop. This way you can send presets from your iPad to your iPhone for example, or to a friend who has a similar setup.

Ratings & Reviews

4.2

out of 5

9 Ratings

Good but can't share presets
08/11/2017
Dreamcube017
Good but i need a way to share macros with others
Good but can't share presets
08/11/2017
Dreamcube017

Good but i need a way to share macros with others
Still the best thing out there
09/15/2025
Obxa
Not sure if this is app is “abandon-ware” at this point. But it’s amazingly powerful. There are other program apps out there - some are overkill, and others that don’t do extended MIDi CC. If you need to send bank changes (not just 0-127 program changes) this is the app you need.. Old as it is, it works flawlessly. With Blue tooth Midi no less. Was also a great way to repurpose old tech- able to run this on an “ancient” 2019 iPad mini with IOS 12. . Though it does support newer iPads and OS too. I’d gladly pay a bit more if the Dev ever decides to update- but in the meantime, it’s pretty darn good. I’m controlling a hybrid hardware/virtual live rig and able to send group and individual patches to all my boards. There is a lack of documentation- something I’m working on doing on my channel.
Still the best thing out there
09/15/2025
Obxa

Not sure if this is app is “abandon-ware” at this point. But it’s amazingly powerful. There are other program apps out there - some are overkill, and others that don’t do extended MIDi CC. If you need to send bank changes (not just 0-127 program changes) this is the app you need.. Old as it is, it works flawlessly. With Blue tooth Midi no less. Was also a great way to repurpose old tech- able to run this on an “ancient” 2019 iPad mini with IOS 12. . Though it does support newer iPads and OS too. I’d gladly pay a bit more if the Dev ever decides to update- but in the meantime, it’s pretty darn good. I’m controlling a hybrid hardware/virtual live rig and able to send group and individual patches to all my boards. There is a lack of documentation- something I’m working on doing on my channel.
Great To Control Program Changes
02/10/2017
WhiskeyBentArizona.Com
I use this program for a very specific purpose...and it is great. I use wireless midi Bluetooth (Yamaha MD-BT01...also great!) on my keyboards. By using the wireless Bluetooth midi interface with the Midi Macros app, I have the ability to change programs on my keyboard rig WIRELESSSLY!When I first purchased the app, I had very small issues. I emailed the inventor (Oscar Bouwmans) and he was super responsive. He was so helpful...and in a very short period of time, he solved my issue.I use Midi Macros to control the program changes on my keyboard rig wirelessly. I set up the buttons with the instrument name (accordion, organ, synth...etc). The program is very responsive and there are no delays when I initiate a command. It was very easy to program, but you must have a firm knowledge of Midi (MSB and LSB especially for the bank and program changes). The program allows you to assign a number of midi commands to a button. For example, the macros I set up consist of 2 commands...a bank change and a program change. I have created the perfect "Favorites" menu that controls my rig (Korg Krome, Yamaha MX61 and an AKAI Sampler). I am on stage every Friday and Saturday night and this app has been a life saver. I no longer hold up the set when I need to dial in a particular sound. It is available at the touch of a button...did I mention WIRELESSLY. I run Midi Macros on my iPad Pro in dual mode with Mackie Master Fader (which wirelessly controls my DL32R)...and I have NEVER had issues.Explore this app. I searched high and low for an app with this much simplicity and power. It is very customizable and in my opinion, one of the biggest bangs for the buck that I have every found.
Great To Control Program Changes
02/10/2017
WhiskeyBentArizona.Com

I use this program for a very specific purpose...and it is great. I use wireless midi Bluetooth (Yamaha MD-BT01...also great!) on my keyboards. By using the wireless Bluetooth midi interface with the Midi Macros app, I have the ability to change programs on my keyboard rig WIRELESSSLY!When I first purchased the app, I had very small issues. I emailed the inventor (Oscar Bouwmans) and he was super responsive. He was so helpful...and in a very short period of time, he solved my issue.I use Midi Macros to control the program changes on my keyboard rig wirelessly. I set up the buttons with the instrument name (accordion, organ, synth...etc). The program is very responsive and there are no delays when I initiate a command. It was very easy to program, but you must have a firm knowledge of Midi (MSB and LSB especially for the bank and program changes). The program allows you to assign a number of midi commands to a button. For example, the macros I set up consist of 2 commands...a bank change and a program change. I have created the perfect "Favorites" menu that controls my rig (Korg Krome, Yamaha MX61 and an AKAI Sampler). I am on stage every Friday and Saturday night and this app has been a life saver. I no longer hold up the set when I need to dial in a particular sound. It is available at the touch of a button...did I mention WIRELESSLY. I run Midi Macros on my iPad Pro in dual mode with Mackie Master Fader (which wirelessly controls my DL32R)...and I have NEVER had issues.Explore this app. I searched high and low for an app with this much simplicity and power. It is very customizable and in my opinion, one of the biggest bangs for the buck that I have every found.
Perfect for what I need
08/19/2025
Basses41
I’ve been using this app for 2-3 years and it’s exactly what I need. I use it to change settings for 2 keyboards in live playing situations. I set up midi commands for each sound I need, run it through an iRig midi interface and by just touching the iPad can change the sounds to the selected setting. Its a very basic app, but I was able to learn it quickly and it does all I need. I’ve had no issues with it.
Perfect for what I need
08/19/2025
Basses41

I’ve been using this app for 2-3 years and it’s exactly what I need. I use it to change settings for 2 keyboards in live playing situations. I set up midi commands for each sound I need, run it through an iRig midi interface and by just touching the iPad can change the sounds to the selected setting. Its a very basic app, but I was able to learn it quickly and it does all I need. I’ve had no issues with it.

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included. - SysEx! (and other new MIDI messages available) - 'test' button to try out your MIDI action while editing - hexadecimal notation for data bytes - further undo/redo improvements - fixed a bug that corrupted program change messages - improved iCloud stability - behind the scenes streamlining for new features in following updates If you have any bug reports or feature requests, please feel free to contact me at contact@oscarbouwmans.nl.

Version 1.2 11/17/2016

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The developer will be required to provide privacy details when they submit their next app update.

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Seller: Oscar Bouwmans
Size: 13.4 MB
Category: Utilities
Compatibility: Requires iOS 9.0 or later.

iPhone
Requires iOS 9.0 or later.

iPad
Requires iPadOS 9.0 or later.

iPod touch
Requires iOS 9.0 or later.

Mac
Requires macOS 11.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.

Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
Languages: English
Age Rating: 4+

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