With the help of quality music-making apps, turn your phone into a classical instrument, drum or synthesizer. You can even produce and edit right from your handheld device. If you can't take advantage of a professional recording studio, several apps for the iPad and iPhone can help make those beats sound sharp.
While these mobile tools won't replace a recording artist's pro setup, they will nonetheless help tune, track tempos and even cure writer’s block -- basically get more out of the audio equipment you already own. Increase production quality and save time and money, and even replace some other studio gadgets for next to nothing.
Whether you’re a songwriter, an engineer working from a professional studio or just mixing from home, check out these five iPhone apps that will help ensure your audio production is at its highest level. Do you use any other apps that help you make your music better? We'd love to hear your suggestions.