A timeless glitch machine and drum sequencer still ahead of its time.

Sector, an IOS app by Kymatica, the developer behind AUM, may be older than the iPad itself, well, not that old but it is still a standout app for audio slicing and looping. Ignore its age for a second and understand that Sector still holds its ground as an innovative and powerful app, offering a unique way to experiment with your samples to create glitchy, chaotic percussion patterns that can add some fresh ideas to your music with it's magical phrase and drum sequencer.

What’t this button do?

At its core, Sector allows you to take any audio sample, slice it into pieces, and then sequence it in a non-linear, probabilistic manner. The interface is built around a circular grid, where each sector triggers a slice of your sample. You can tweak the probability of each slice played, inject randomness, and apply modulation, creating anything from simple patterns to insanely unpredictable soundscapes. It can transform even the most mundane samples into something new and exciting, making it a valuable tool for anyone looking to inject a bit of randomness and experimentation into their work.

“It’s perfect for creating glitchy percussion, mangled loops, and experimental textures that can bring a unique character to your tracks.”

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The Verdict: Mm Mm Good.

As someone who is a big fan of anything that can wreak havoc on samples in unique ways, Sector is very impressive with its ability to keep the experience fun and interesting. Its simple interface and the depth of control it offers makes it a joy to use it even after all these years. Sector is still a powerful tool that has yet to be surpassed in the iOS music-making world and if you’re looking for a way to resurrect your samples from the dead then this app could be your necromancer.

Pricing and Availability:

Sector is Available Now on iPad for $8.99 USD.