So this video show pretty clearly that there is Android devices that can work with totally acceptable low latency. They are using G-Stomper that admittedly are optimized for low latency as well. The Freedrum sticks looks like a great thing to have as well as a drummer. The sticks are still on Kickstarter but fully funded.
To read more regarding the Sticks go here:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/freedrum/freedrum-the-drumkit-that-fits-in-your-pocket/
To read more regarding the Sticks go here:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/freedrum/freedrum-the-drumkit-that-fits-in-your-pocket/
A lot of people have been asking us why Freedrum doesn't work with Android, so we started experimenting. The general problem for us is that Android devices typically has a higher audio latency than iOS devices. That means that the time it takes from when the phone decided to play a sound, until it actually outputs a sound, there is a delay.
It's complicated for us to say what Android devices will work well compared to IOS (Iphone and Ipad) because there are a million different devices out there. If you have a recent device which run Android 6 or 7 you will most likely have a very low audio latency. Have a look here for some actual numbers on many devices: http://superpowered.com/latency. We have done tests with Nexus 5 and Nexus 5X using the free G-Stomper drum synthesizer and have found no noticeable latency. Watch the video to see for yourself.
Historically, Android has not been optimal for music making, but times are changing. Have a look here for a more in depth analysis:http://www.androidpolice.com/2015/11/...
Conclusion: While we cannot guarantee performance for your particular combination of phone and Android OS version, if you have a recent Android device that is up to date, Freedrum will probably work great for you!
It's complicated for us to say what Android devices will work well compared to IOS (Iphone and Ipad) because there are a million different devices out there. If you have a recent device which run Android 6 or 7 you will most likely have a very low audio latency. Have a look here for some actual numbers on many devices: http://superpowered.com/latency. We have done tests with Nexus 5 and Nexus 5X using the free G-Stomper drum synthesizer and have found no noticeable latency. Watch the video to see for yourself.
Historically, Android has not been optimal for music making, but times are changing. Have a look here for a more in depth analysis:http://www.androidpolice.com/2015/11/...
Conclusion: While we cannot guarantee performance for your particular combination of phone and Android OS version, if you have a recent Android device that is up to date, Freedrum will probably work great for you!
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