GPS Audio Recorder

Record audio with GPS metadata

$1.29 · Designed for iPad

GPS Audio Recorder combines high-quality audio recording using internal or external microphones (via USB cable) with precise GPS location tracking. Perfect for journalists, researchers, field recordists, and anyone who needs to document where their recordings were made. A lightweight, minimalistic and efficient App. KEY FEATURES High-Quality Audio Recording - Quality levels: Low (64k), Standard (128k), High (256k) - Quality level available when connected to external USB mic: Super (320k) - AAC/M4A format, 44.1kHz sample rate - External microphone support (USB-C, Lightning) GPS Location Tracking - GPS coordinates embedded in filename - GPS location and optionally as well with travel path tracking (both under "rGPS" metadata in M4A file) - Offline on-device country and region identification from GPS Archive & Playback - Waveform visualization for each recording - Tap or drag on waveform to seek position - Experience the unique Atmospheric Shuffle randomization with crossfade playback - Custom tag recordings for easy organization - Search and filter by name, tags, or location Map View - Apple Maps integration with recording location markers - Smart clustering for better overview - GPS path visualization (if option is enabled when recording) - Play recordings directly from map User Experience - Dark Mode UI, easy on the eyes - No subscription, no ads, one-time purchase - No account required - Works completely offline (only Apple Maps view needs internet) AUDIO QUALITY - Low: 64 kbps (mono, available for internal mic only) - Standard: 128 kbps (stereo) - High: 256 kbps (stereo) - Super: 320 kbps (stereo, only available when external mic is connected via cable) TECHNICAL DETAILS - Format: M4A/AAC - GPS Metadata: Embedded rGPS atom, under "----" (iTunes metadata) - Minimum iOS 17.0 PERFECT FOR - Field journalism and interviews - Research and ethnography - Travel documentation - Nature recording - Location scouting - Personal voice memos with context - Using audio recording files and embedded metadata for external applications NO SUBSCRIPTION. NO ADS. ONE-TIME PURCHASE.

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Improved playback and added support for background recording while the app is minimized or the device is locked.

Version 1.6.5

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    Information

    Seller
    • Jan Fiebrandt
    Size
    • 15.3 MB
    Category
    • Utilities
    Compatibility
    Requires iOS 17.0 or later.
    • iPhone
      Requires iOS 17.0 or later.
    • iPad
      Requires iPadOS 17.0 or later.
    • Mac
      Requires macOS 14.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
    • Apple Vision
      Requires visionOS 1.0 or later.
    Location
    • This app may use your location even when it isn’t open, which can decrease device battery life.
    Languages
    • English
    Age Rating
    4+
    Copyright
    • © 2026 Jan Fiebrandt
  • Privacy Policy

    • Supports

    • Family Sharing

      Up to six family members can use this app with Family Sharing enabled.

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