GaMBi is an iOS app for chiptune fans, performers, DJs, and remix artists, allowing deep customization of classic video game sound and connection with hundreds of other music-making apps via channel control, AudioCopy, Audiobus, and sample export.
GaMBi contains over 60 licensed tracks and two full hours of music from classic and modern composers including: Jeroen Tel, Jon Dunn, C-jeff, Blitz Lunar, Tappy, Hally, and 1H1D!!
Key features include:
- loop, shuffle, track favorites
- library sort and search
- playlist creation
- channel toggle and built-in equalizer
- AudioCopy, Audiobus, export to iTunes
Supported formats include, NSF, GBS, SPC, VGM, HES, KSS, AY, SAP, and more.
Check out our trailer, manual, and get support at: http://ichigoichie.org/gambi
Twitter: http://twitter.com/gambi_app
Facebook: http://facebook.com/gambiapp
Please add the feature again to copy the complete folder of video game music from safari on to Gambi. I want to have my songs organized, the only way to save music to the app is download the zip file for a game’s soundtrack and save it to the app Files, but from there only one song can be transferred over to Gambi at a time. Before the new iOS updates we were allowed to transfer the complete folder of a game’s soundtrack over to Gambi. Please I need this feature back, I would rebuy the app if I have to.
Developer Response
Hi Tomahawk. I'm updating our reply. GaMBi 1.4 and newer now supports the Files app on iOS which should make it much easier to add music to GaMBi. You can also delete pack-in songs if you wish. Give it a try and if you have any feedback, we'd love to hear it at our support email!Best,David
Misleading promo video
cousin/aaron
Too good to be true. The app’s promo video makes it seem like it comes loaded with a ridiculous number of classic chiptune tracks from yesteryear. Not the case at all. I’m assuming there was a previous copyright violation issue and the unlicensed tracks had to be removed. There are no tracks from Sonic, Duck Tales, or Kirby. However, if you’re a fan of RoboCop you’re in luck. I can’t say for sure what the circumstances for the missing content because I don’t see any indication in the version history as to why the songs featured in the video aren’t in the actually app. The promo video should be updated to reflect accessible content. 1 star for inter-app audio (IAA) functionality. Just wish I could remix classic SEGA tunes in AUM without jumping through hoops to get the files into the darn thing.UPDATE: After looking through the online support materials I see there are ways to add files. Again, I bought the app expecting to have immediate access. There is no indication in the description on the App Store page, nor is there any indication in the promo video that this is the case. Updated from 1 star to 2 because with more effort it will be more useful and enjoyable.
Almost there
vincent404
Update: Retested a new file for FDS NSF and the wavechannel worked. Leaving this here to give future clarifications concerning the developer response. Clarified interface review. Overall, GaMBi isn’t a bad app and is extremely useful for the channel split and Audiobus support. So I’ll preface this review with the following: I’m a huge chiptune/emulation music fan. So this review is meant for the hardcore emulation music fans.Pros* channel separation: sometimes I just want to study a portion of a game soundtrack or listen to how a composer used which channel for what. Extremely cool feature and the main reason I bought the app* export feature: super cool to export music into their respective channels for post stuff* Audiobus supportCons* Interface feels a bit clunky. At times, It felt like I was fighting with the interface. I’m not quite sure how I feel about the whole synthwave interface. Not a deal breaker, but it does feel a bit strange. It did help I could keep it in the background and use the native iOS controls* VGM support: it sort of works, but fails on certain chips (arcade board, pc chips, etc). It seems to recognize the chip, but can’t play the audio. * No post audio tweaks: really wish I could change the interpolation for certain file types (SPC for example). I do appreciate the treble, bass, and reverb setting, but just wish there was a bit more. Bottom line: there are other chip player apps that have better compatibility, but lack the channel split function. If that is a function you really need, I’d say grab it. If you want something that will play pretty much whatever you throw at it, there are other players that will serve the function.
Developer Response
Hello. Let me clarify a few things:* the interface is retina and runs at native resolution on iPhone SE. I assume you mean it's not a native iPhone X device due to the the letterboxing at the top and bottom of the screen?* the FDS wave channel is supported, and we can see it functioning properly on a Japanese FDS NSF. Please check that the NSF you're using really is the FDS version. If you're still having problems, contact our support via the address at https://ichigoichie.org/gambi/manual/#troubleshooting* VGM support is indeed currently limited to Mega Drive / Genesis. I'll clarify this in our documentationThank you for supporting GaMBi!
Please Update for iPhone X Max
Penedens
Awesome app, loyal user. Please update for big phone screen sizesAlso when a phone call comes in or another app that turns off the audio of Gambi opens, when resuming Gambi the audio is distorted. Playing either too fast or too slow, forcing me to force quit the app and reopen itThank You for this app and I hope it continues to improve,🙏
Developer Response
Hey SuperBlaq,Thanks for always supporting GaMBi. I'm sorry to hear about the distortion problem after receiving calls. We'll look into that for our next service release.Best,GaMBi Support
* File management on device is improved. Add and delete music data via the iOS Files app removing the need to connect your device to PC
* Pack-in music can be deleted as well, and later restored via the application settings
* New pack-in song from DJBJF, Banana Bash, added
Version 1.4.0
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