Mother MIDI is a powerful MIDI chord generator and arpeggiator designed for iPhone and iPad. Instantly build rich chords, stack custom extensions, and run fluid arpeggios across hardware synths, music apps, and DAWs. Built for live performance and studio workflow, it brings effortless expression to any instrument that speaks MIDI.
- Instant Chord Generation: Touch a root key, chord button, and extension to effortlessly voice full triads, 7ths, and custom extensions.
- Versatile Arpeggiator: Control rates, patterns, and octaves, synced to your hardware or software MIDI clock.
- Expressive Performance: Velocity-sensitive zones, vertical drag modulation, and pitch bend support.
- Flexible Inversions: Split keys into root position, 1st, and 2nd inversions on the fly.
- Universal Routing: Send MIDI seamlessly to hardware via cable, split-view apps on iPad, or your Mac DAW.
- Zero Friction: One-time purchase. No ads, no subscriptions, and no in-app purchases.
Note: Mother MIDI is a controller and produces no sound on its own
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- An internal MIDI clock for running the arpeggiator for if your synth can't send clock
- In-app documentation
Version 1.1
The developer, Brian Holt, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
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Supported Features
VoiceOver
Voice Control
Dark Interface
Sufficient Contrast
Reduced Motion
Audio Descriptions
Information
Seller
Brian Holt
Size
7 MB
Category
Music
Compatibility
Requires iOS 26.0 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 26.0 or later.
iPad Requires iPadOS 26.0 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 26.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.