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Create sampled beats the original 90's way using eSPi.
The SP-1200 was the primary tool of many legendary hip-hop beatmakers and house music producers in the 90's.
It is well known for its gritty sound and simple but effective workflow.

Now with eSPi you get to experience this machine right at your fingertips, on your iPad.
Import samples or record them yourself, chop them up, pitch them and sequence them within the app.

Features include multiple filters, effects, a compressor, and most importantly the best emulation of the gritty signature sound produced by the SP-1200 when pitching samples up & down.

eSPi is also available on Mac, Linux & PC.

*SP1200 & SP12 are registered trademarks or Rossum Electromusic LLC.

ESPi App Comments & Reviews

ESPi Positive Reviews

There’s potential, but still a work in progress.It’s a cool app, it emulates the legendary SP1200 workflow and sound pretty well. Get it if you really want that classic boom-bap sound from early 90s. Think Pete Rock, Large Professor, DJ Premier, etc. But be aware of it’s limitations. Like other comments have mention, it can be kind of buggy. For reference, I’m on an iPad Pro 10.5. There is a bit of latency with tapping on pads. Not a ton, but it’s noticeable. There’s also some sound dropping out when I try to play a pad over a sequenced loop. For example, I have a snare and hat looping and when I play a kick, the kick mutes my recorded snare and hat while I perform. On playback it sounds fine however. It makes sequencing a beat frustrating. It’s pretty bare-bone in terms of modern features. No Audiobus or AUv3 support. Also, make sure to save your project before closing the app as there is no auto-save option. Lastly, the workflow of an SP-1200 is kind of clunky. But that’s not the fault of the app developer. There are quick tips that help, but I found myself looking up how to use the app. Just mentioning this for new users who are used to modern iOS samplers like Koala or Samplr. I would wait to purchase this app until the developer updates some of software and audio issues. Or wait until the price drops. $14 is pretty steep when comparing it to Koala that is about $9 with all its upgrades..Version: 1.0.8

Needs more developmentApps is cool but needs more support, when can we expect the iOS version to have support for audio input?.Version: 1.1.2

Amazing!!Truly an achievement and a labour of love. I have a real SP1200 and I'd prefer to use this. It's not perfect but real SPs fetch over 5k and are super limited. This can be the future of the SP with so much more potential when it is refined. There is a soul to that machine and the workflow that inspires a sound and an approach and this captures that. People who say it's no good simply do not understand. This is a real production tool..Version: 1.1.2

FrozenThis app was working but I just updated and now the sample pads aren’t playing.. no sound...Version: 1.1.0

UnfinishedThe basic functions might work OK for some but it’s just too wonky for me..Version: 1.0.9

Not complete but thx for droppingI agree with some other reviews i think they put it out useable but still needs work! I want to be able to assign midi Bluetooth too or learn function for controller assignment. will change my review after a few things are implemented/complete!.Version: 1.0.5

It’s coolBut not sure it’s ready yet. I’m not able to load a saved project, for example. Also, issues importing audio. Little disappointed at the prices to be a beta tester..Version: 1.0.1

DopeAfter playing with it for 30 min, this is nice. Don’t sleep. The lofi is nice, swing, ect.. I haven’t tried the export yet. If you are a true sp head, you will appreciate the app. It’s worth the $!.Version: 1.0.6

Dont Think Its DoneI Love The ‘experience’ but its lacking in obvious areas. so i wont harp on it. 3 weeks 2 updates, so its being worked on. once its finished its gonna be awesome..Version: 1.0.2

Just make sure you select NO when apple asks to use microphone audio!I previously left a no so good review BUT…..after I tried it and selected ‘no’ when asked to use microphone, I’m back exited about the app! The sound was always there imho but now I’ll map my Akai LPD8 for the perfect controller. Got my iPad boombaptized ;-) I’ll post some beats to my IG @dragonfly_bry.Version: 1.0.7

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