Your go-to workstation instrument app for iPhone, iPad, and every AUv3-compatible mobile DAW
HALion Sonic Play for iPhone and iPad brings the spirit of a full-blown workstation to your mobile setup; packed with more than 2,000 exceptional instrument sounds spanning every genre. From modern synths and punchy basses to expressive keys, pads, leads, and beyond, HALion Sonic Play is built to help you create finished, professional tracks fast — wherever inspiration hits.
Whether you’re sketching ideas on the couch, building beats on the train, or polishing a full arrangement in the studio, HALion Sonic Play fits right in. Use it standalone for instant playability, or run it inside Cubasis and any AUv3-compatible DAW on iPhone and iPad for a seamless production workflow.
- Your workstation instrument for iPhone, iPad, and every AUv3-compatible mobile DAW
- More than 2,000 inspiring instrument sounds — ready for every genre
- Quick Controls to shape and tweak sounds in seconds — no deep diving
- Arpeggiator for instant motion, rhythm, and modern patterns
- Quick ADSR controls for precise, musical envelope control
- Works standalone or inside Cubasis and any AUv3-compatible DAW on iPhone and iPad
Your sound, always within reach
HALion Sonic Play is designed for speed, creativity, and great sound from the very first tap. Open the app and you’re immediately surrounded by a huge range of playable instruments, which can take you from a simple idea to a fully produced track in no time. Need movement? The arpeggiator brings instant energy and groove. Want to shape a sound quickly? Quick Controls and the ADSR page let you dial in punch, softness, brightness, or bite in seconds — so you stay in the flow.
Whether you’re writing hooks, building chords, crafting textures, or laying down a full arrangement, HALion Sonic Play keeps things simple, musical, and fast, with all the depth you need for when you want to go further. Take your sound anywhere, start ideas instantly, and turn inspiration into standout tracks on iPhone and iPad.
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I have several of the add-ons for Cubasis and this one doesn’t disappoint. Massive amounts of quality sounds in a roughly 2GB download for which you are prompted as soon as you initially open the app. Good amount of ways for you to tailor each sound, and a great arpeggiator too! Well worth the opening offer price.PS I’m also getting the pop-up box asking for a review even though I posted this days ago.
Developer Response
Hi ansonort, Many thanks for your kind HSP review and rating. We are very glad to read that you seem to enjoy using HSP.Your comment about the review pop-up has been shared with our engineering.Thanks againand stay well,Lars
Outstanding!
Alix Chaytor
These are by far the most expressive & beautiful MIDI instruments I’ve ever heard. They’re outstanding. There’s an immense variety of them, too, from orchestral sounds to arpeggiators, with the potential for everything from straightforward playing to making loops for export to Loopy Pro. For what it can do the price is very modest, & I can’t recommend it too strongly. Heartfelt thanks to all involved in making this!
Developer Response
Hi Alix Chaytor,Thank you very much for your kind review and rating!We're very glad to hear that you're enjoying HALion Sonic Play and its wide range of sounds and creative possibilities. It's especially nice to hear that you're finding it useful both for performance and for creating content to use in apps such as Loopy Pro.We'll be happy to share your comments with the team.Thanks again for your support, and enjoy making great music with HSP!Stay safe and well,Lars
A True Workstation
dogmantogz
This instrument is outstanding,it has opened new possibilities that you can manipulate to create your own unique sounds as well as create unique music. I hope this is just the beginning of what’s coming from Steinberg .Well done.
Developer Response
Hi dogmantogz,Thank you very much for your 5-star rating and wonderful review!We are very glad to hear that you are enjoying HSP and its sound. Enjoy being creative, and stay safe and sound!Best, Lars
Excellent Player a la Analog Lab needs one thing
*JayLane*
The sounds are very decent and varied. You get sou much for what I paid which was £20 UK. This is a worthy addition to the likes of Korg Module and Synthmaster.I’d say having a dedicated effect section is really needed, then it’d be perfect.
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