Download additional sounds and loops for GarageBand on iPad
After you install GarageBand, three types of additional content (collectively called content packs) are available to download in the Sound Library: sound packs, Producer packs, and Remix sessions. Sound packs contain sounds, loops, and other kinds of content you can use to build songs. Producer packs contain content similar to sound packs, created by well known producers and artists. Remix sessions contain Live Loops grids with original tracks from popular songs. Producer packs and Remix sessions are available for download in the Producers and Artists section of the Sound Library.
Each content pack in the Sound Library has an icon and a name, and shows a brief description and preview button when you tap it. The descriptions for Producer packs and Remix sessions also contain a short video.
Notifications on your iPad and numbered badges in GarageBand indicate that new or updated content packs are available in the Sound Library.
Sound packs
Sound packs can contain different types of content, including the following:
Sounds for the Keyboard and Alchemy synth
Drum kits for Drums and Beat Sequencer
Live Loops grids
Some sound packs may also be required in order to perform certain tasks, such as opening a GarageBand song created on another device. If so, a message appears asking if you want to download the required sound pack.
Producer packs and Remix sessions
The Producers and Artists section of the Sound Library contains Producer packs and Remix sessions.
Producer packs are sound packs created by well known producers and artists. You can use the sounds from Producer packs in your songs to create, arrange, and mix your own music.
Remix Sessions contain original tracks from popular songs arranged in a Live Loops grid that you can rearrange and remix to create your own version. Remix sessions are created by the artist, together with Today At Apple and Apple Music. Remix sessions downloads are available for a limited time.
Note: Remix sessions are provided to GarageBand users for personal and non-commercial purposes only and may not be used or distributed outside of the GarageBand app without the explicit prior written consent of the copyright holders.
Producer packs and Remix sessions include a short video in their description that contains information or guidance from the producer or artist.
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