Smartphone Music Production Software Market to Depict a CAGR of 10.0% over 2025-2032; KORG Unveiled KORG Gadget 3 Update for its Desktop and Mobile DAW to Solidify Industry Position

The global smartphone music production software market size stood at USD 92.6 million in 2024. The market value is slated to rise from USD 98.0 million in 2025 to USD 191.0 million by 2032 at a CAGR of 10.0% during 2025-2032. Fortune Business Insights™ presents this information in its report titled “Smartphone Music Production Software Market Size, Share & Industry Analysis, By Functionality Type (Synthesizer Apps, Sampler/Looper Apps, Full DAWs, Sequencers and Grooveboxes, and Audio Effects Processors), By Interface Type (Touch-native Apps and Traditional DAWs with Mobile Adaptations), By Deployment Platform (iOS-based, Android-based, and Web/browser-based), By User Type (Independent Musicians and Producers, Hobbyists/Amateurs, and Semi-professional Creators), and Regional Forecast, 2025 – 2032”.

The debut of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the music production sector is boosting the demand for a range of intelligent smartphone music production software. These apps, which extensively allow for multitrack recording, music creation, sound design, sequencing, and real-time audio processing, cater to a broader user base that includes mobile-first content creators, hobbyists, and independent musicians, among others.

Generative AI to Lower Music Production Entry Barrier and Expand the Creator Base

According to a survey by industry experts, the number of users attracted by AI-powered music applications stood at around 60 million in 2024. The deployment of this technology is poised to enable novice users in the field of music production to generate structured compositions with the help of simple prompts. The use of generative AI is set to expand the creator base and reduce the entry barrier in the music production sector, boding well for the expansion of the smartphone music production software industry.  

Steinberg Launched the Cubasis 3.7 Update and Iconica Sketch to Bring Production Powerhouse to Users

In December 2024, Steinberg announced the launch of the latest update to Cubasis 3 app, dubbed Cubasis 3.7. Introduced alongside Iconica Sketch for iPad and iPhone, the new update has been claimed to add new sounds and improved tempo and time signature support. Iconica Sketch is a complete 34 instrument orchestra with numerous articulations.

Globally Mounting Creator Pool to Boost the Demand for Audio Production Software

Music directly affects audience engagement, believe 94% of creators, according to Epidemic Sound’s 2025 global creator report. This belief is bolstering the need for reliable tools that boost the production of audio assets in real time. This has also led to the rising inclination of creators toward the usage of sampler tools, synthesizer apps, and beatmaking software. The expanding creator economy and a subsequent surge in product demand are poised to propel smartphone music production software market growth over the forthcoming years.

Nonetheless, limitations associated with audio latency and hardware may create hindrances in tasks requiring professional-grade processing.

Leading Players Deploy Collaborations and App Launches as Key Strategies to Gain Foot

The market is characterized by the launch of upgraded music production apps by leading players such as Roland Corporation, Apple Inc., KORG Inc., and others. These apps are incorporated with low latency and high performance features in addition to advancing sampling, sequencing, and effects engines. In addition to app launches, pivotal players are also emphasizing partnerships to enhance their smartphone music production software market share.

Key Players Profiled in the Report

• Apple Inc. (U.S.)
• Roland Corporation (Japan)
• BandLab Technologies (Singapore)
• Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH (Germany)
• Image Line Software NV (Belgium)
• KORG Inc. (Japan)
• Ableton (Germany)
• Soundtrap AB (Sweden)
• Loudly GmbH (Germany)
• elf audio (U.K.)

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Key Industry Development

• January 2024 – KORG launched a major update, KORG Gadget 3, to its desktop and mobile DAW. The update features AUv3 support of new gadgets, iOS, and workflow enhancements.

Further Report Findings

• In 2024, North America led the global smartphone music production software market with a valuation of USD 37.2 billion. The presence of a well-established creator community, heightened smartphone penetration, and early adoption of new music production technologies are pushing industry expansion. In the region, the U.S. is poised to hold a valuation of nearly USD 26.5 million in 2025.
• Rising interest in mobile-first creativity and robust DAW literacy are impelling the demand for smartphone music production software in Europe. This region is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 10.2% over 2025-2032.
• Emerging as the fastest-growing region in the global market, Asia Pacific is slated to offer lucrative opportunities for industry players with mounting population of youth and the surging penetration of smartphones.

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