Updates

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• FixBluetooth headphones now have proper input monitoring control. Monitoring stays off by default on Bluetooth
• FixFixed a brief audio glitch when unplugging USB audio interfaces

Quick fix following launch week.

• FixRecording is now more reliable when wired headphones are connected before you start a take

Reel is here. The first public release after a year of building and a few months of beta with the community. Thanks to everyone who tested and helped shape the app.

• Feature32-bit float recording at up to 96 kHz
• FeatureMulti-track recording with overdub and punch-in
• FeatureUSB audio interface support. Auto-routing for OP-1, Focusrite, Tascam, and more
• FeatureTape-style jog wheel scrubbing with haptic feedback
• FeatureLive input monitoring with Auto, On, and Off modes
• FeaturePer-track input monitor buttons
• FeatureLoop recording that survives device hot-swap
• FeatureBackground recording with safe auto-finalize on phone calls, Siri, and alarms
• FeatureTape effects and variable speed playback

• ImprovementThe orange mic indicator now drops when you switch away from the app while idle. No more battery drain from the background
• FeatureBackground audio playback. Listen to your reels with the screen locked or while using other apps, just like a music player
• FixPhone calls, Siri, and alarms during recording now auto-finalize your take. No more lost recordings from interruptions
• FeatureNew per-track input monitor buttons in the Mixer. Hear specific tracks independently of which tracks are armed to record
• FeatureNew Auto, On, and Off monitoring modes in the Inputs sheet. Auto mutes monitoring during playback so you only hear the mix
• ImprovementAll USB devices now auto-route stereo pairs the moment you plug them in. Your input meter lights up straight away
• ImprovementPer-device routing preferences are remembered for next time you connect the same interface
• FixLoop mode now survives USB hot-plug. Unplug and replug your interface and your loop keeps playing
• ImprovementFast-forward and rewind reworked for precise positioning. Quick taps give a brief tape-style wobble, longer holds wind down smoothly so you can land exactly where you want
• FeaturePAUSED text now shows on the display when playback is paused
• FeatureNew recording status display shows exactly what mode you're in and which track is recording
• ImprovementRecord arm buttons adapt to your workflow. Multi-track arming on a fresh reel, single-track overdub on existing recordings

• FixLoop mode is now rock solid. Stopping, rewinding, and reversing all work reliably during loop playback
• FixPlayback auto-resumes after a phone call. USB interface monitoring reconnects automatically when you return
• FixFast-forward and rewind no longer get stuck at high speed when switching between screens
• FeatureFull support for high-channel USB interfaces like the Tascam Model 12. All inputs are now accessible and metered
• FeatureLive pitch display shows the exact value as you adjust, updating smoothly in real time
• ImprovementCue mode now shows clear labels so you always know what the controls will do
• FixPitch lock is preserved when plugging or unplugging USB devices
• ImprovementVarious stability and threading improvements under the hood

• ImprovementNear-zero latency input monitoring. Hear yourself in real time as you record with no perceptible delay
• FeatureNew Monitor Input toggle that remembers your preference for each interface you connect
• FeaturePlug in your headphones and input monitoring turns on automatically
• FeatureBuilt-in feedback protection. Monitoring switches off when it would cause feedback through your iPhone speaker
• Improvement32-bit float audio throughout recording, playback, and export for maximum dynamic range and headroom
• FixPlayback now resumes cleanly after a phone call, with no crashes or interruptions
• FixOverdubs always play the latest take, never stale audio from a previous session
• FixInput level meter now works correctly with USB-C headphones and earbuds
• ImprovementSmoother monitor audio when returning from phone calls or switching between apps

• FeatureiCloud recordings now show download status with a progress indicator
• ImprovementFaster library loading and instant playback for local recordings
• ImprovementDefault storage set to On My iPhone for immediate access
• FeatureLoop recording. Record overdubs while your loop keeps playing
• FixPunch-in recording starts exactly where you expect it to
• ImprovementImproved stability when recording long sessions and multi-track projects
• FeatureTouch the disc to stop playback instantly. Lift your finger to resume, just like a real tape machine
• ImprovementImproved scrubbing reliability
• FixFast-forward and rewind stay perfectly in sync across all tracks
• FixAll buttons now respond on first tap, every time
• FixSettings controls respond to single tap
• FeatureHaptic feedback added throughout for a more tactile experience
• FeatureFull VoiceOver support added across all controls
• ImprovementFaster app performance with reduced memory usage

• ImprovementFaster library loading. No more lag when browsing recordings
• ImprovementSmoother recording timer display
• FixPunch-in recording now starts from your current position, not the beginning
• FixOverdub works seamlessly when switching between USB interface and built-in mic
• ImprovementImproved layout for iPhone SE and smaller screens
• ImprovementVarious stability and reliability improvements

• ImprovementMore reliable multi-track recording with USB audio interfaces
• FeatureBackground audio. Audio now keeps playing when you switch to other apps
• ImprovementNow requires iOS 18 and above
• ImprovementImproved audio session handling for USB and Bluetooth devices

• FeatureRecordings are now automatically saved if a USB device is plugged in or unplugged mid-session. No more lost takes
• ImprovementGeneral stability improvements when switching between audio devices

• FixFixed mic input not switching correctly when using USB headphones with a built-in microphone
• FixFixed Bluetooth devices overriding mic selection. Reel now defaults to the built-in mic when Bluetooth is connected
• FixFixed mic selection resetting unexpectedly after switching devices
• ImprovementVU meter now responds correctly when recording through a USB headphone mic

• FixFixed crashes and audio crackling when using multi-channel USB devices like OP-1 and Focusrite interfaces
• FixFixed audio glitches when scrubbing with a USB device connected
• ImprovementPlugging and unplugging USB audio devices is now seamless. No more interruptions or dropouts

• FixFixed buttons sometimes not responding to taps
• FixFixed audio glitch when dismissing Mixer with a USB device connected
• FixTrack arm now syncs between Mixer and main display
• ImprovementVU meter and input monitoring now reflect armed tracks
• ImprovementScreen stays on when a USB device is connected
• ImprovementRenamed TAPE to TRACK. Long names are now truncated to fit

• FixFixed transport controls being cut off at the bottom across all devices, including iPhone Air, 17, Pro, and 16e
• FixFixed UI not centring correctly across all device sizes

• FixFixed monitoring volume being extremely low during recording. Input monitoring now works as expected
• ImprovementImproved stability when plugging and unplugging USB audio devices during use
• ImprovementConfirmed compatibility with Yamaha Seqtrak and Roland J-6