Koala Sampler has 150 thousand installs. Users love it: 4.8 stars from 2,930 ratings. Its best ranking is #4 in Top Paid, Music & Audio in Austria. Show more ›
Koala Sampler is made and published by
elf audio.
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Summary
Koala Sampler • Beat Maker by elf audio is a pocket-sized sampling studio that lets you record, load, and manipulate sounds to create beats on the go. Total downloads: 100,000+; recent 30-day downloads: 4K.
Pros & Cons
Pocket-sized, on-the-go sampling workflow that records 64 samples with a mic
Extensive FX toolkit (16 built-in + 16 DJ mix FX) for creative sound design
AI-assisted sample separation to isolate instruments within a sample
MIDI Out and Ableton Link enable external gear integration and collaborative jamming
Some advanced tools (e.g., pro timestretch, piano roll editor) are gated behind SAMURAI In-App Purchase, which may require additional purchase
Feature depth could present a learning curve for new users entering complex sampling and sequencing workflows
Large permission set (mic, location, storage, internet, etc.) typical for audio apps and ads, which may raise privacy considerations for some users
About Koala Sampler
Koala Sampler is a music & audio app developed by elf audio.
How many times has Koala Sampler been installed?
Koala Sampler has been installed 150 thousand times. In the last 30 days, the app was installed 4 thousand times. It is ranked #6 in music & audio.
What is the rating of Koala Sampler?
Koala Sampler is rated 4.81 out of 5 stars, based on 2.9 thousand ratings.
Is Koala Sampler free?
Koala Sampler costs $4.99. The app size is 74.36 MB. The latest version available is 2.0.15. The last update was on October 16, 2026.
What are the requirements for Koala Sampler?
Koala Sampler requires Android 6.0+ or higher. The app has a content rating of Everyone. The app has been available on Google Play since March 2020.
Description by elf audio(from Google Play)
Koala is the ultimate pocket-sized sampler. Record anything with your phone's mic or load your own sounds. Use Koala to create beats with those samples, add effects and create a track!
Koala’s super intuitive interface helps you make a tracks in a flash, there is no brake pedal. You can also resample the output of the app back into the input, through the effects, so the sonic possibilities are endless.
Koala's design focuses totally on making the music making progress instant, keeping you in the flow and keeping it fun, not getting bogged down by pages of parameters and micro-editing.
"Been putting that $4 koala sampler to good use lately. Undeniably great tool that puts some of these expensive beat boxes to shame. A must cop." -- flying lotus, twitter
* Record up to 64 different samples with your mic * Transform your voice or any other sound with 16 superb built-in fx * Resample the output of the app back into a new sample * Export loops or entire tracks as professional quality WAV files * Copy/paste or merge sequences just by dragging them * Create beats with the high-resolution sequencer * Import your own samples * Use AI to separate samples into individual instruments (drums, bass, vocals and other) * Keyboard mode lets you play chromatically or one of 9 scales * Quantize, add swing to get the right feel * Normal/One-shot/Loop/Reverse playback of samples * Attack, release and tone adjustable on each sample * Mute/Solo controls * Note repeat * Add any (or all) of the 16 effects to the entire mix * MIDI controllable - play your samples on a keyboard * Jam with others over WiFi with Ableton Link
NOTE: If you’re having trouble with microphone input please turn off "OpenSL" in Koala's audio settings.
8 Built-in Microphone FX: * More Bass * More Treble * Fuzz * Robot * Reverb * Octave up * Octave down * Synthesizer
Features included in SAMURAI In-App Purchase * Pro-quality Timestretch (4 modes: Modern, Retro, Beats and Re-pitch) * Piano roll editor * Auto-chop (auto, equal, and lazy chop) * Pocket operator sync out
Recent changes: - Automation for bus effects and mixer channels - New "Same pad mapping for all banks" option in MIDI settings - map the 16 pads once and the selected bank decides which pads your notes play. - MIDI map mode can now be toggled from the QWERTY keyboard (default key `;`) or from a mapped MIDI control - Looper recording (swipe down on a pad) now starts and stops cleanly on the bar line, including when you stop just after the bar
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Man, had this for some time, and it was good from the get go, but I gotta say I bought their sample packs just to support., because they gave updates for free and now with the automation and pitching and stems, this is a knocked it out of the Park. Thanks So Much to Elf Audio!!!!
★★★★★LateNS· Sep 22, 2026
Latest update 🔥 I used the Samsung Z fold 8, and it became a passport style sampler. I've been using koala basically since it came out. Thanks for all you do. Cuz I know this is a single man operation. You rock.
★★☆☆☆B A· Apr 6, 2026
The sampler works smoothly, but I am pretty disappointed at the lack of effects that can be applied to the sample after recording it, so that you can really play around with the sound. You can apply a single effect as you record, but there aren't a lot of options to change it up after.
★★☆☆☆Mark Temple· Oct 4, 2026
Good but if you want to move a misplaced drum sound a popup says give me money they could have found a better way to make more money this should be a basic feature not an addon
★☆☆☆☆MICHAEL BENNINGER· Jul 13, 2026
Every time it updates, something stops working. Now the whole app just crashes
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Trust & Safety: Permissions include microphone, location, storage, network state, in-app billing, and advertising identifiers. The app uses a foreground service and dynamic receivers; ensure you review mic/storage access and ad/license-related permissions. Overall, it aligns with typical audio apps but users should assess privacy settings and consent for data use.
Frequently asked questions about Koala Sampler
Is Koala Sampler free?
No. Koala Sampler costs $4.99 on Google Play.
Is Koala Sampler still available?
Yes. Koala Sampler is on Google Play, and the last update we saw was on October 16, 2026.
Does Koala Sampler contain ads?
No. Google Play does not list Koala Sampler as containing ads.
What Android version does Koala Sampler require?
Koala Sampler runs on Android 6.0 and higher.
How large is Koala Sampler?
Koala Sampler is 74.36 MB.
Is Koala Sampler suitable for children?
Google Play rates the content of Koala Sampler as suitable for everyone.
How many times has Koala Sampler been installed?
Google Play lists 100,000+ installs for Koala Sampler.
How do people rate Koala Sampler?
Koala Sampler scores 4.81 out of 5 stars, from 2,930 ratings on Google Play.
Who made Koala Sampler?
Koala Sampler was developed by elf audio. It is listed in the music & audio category on Google Play.
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