QLooper
Layered loops. Quantized control. MIDI integration.
Layers become loop
Loops become music
Build each loop in layers. Combine loopers of different lengths — keep them in sync or let them run independently.
Separate loops
One performance
Play your loops together or individually. Link them to a master loop, keep others independent, and switch control without taking your hands off your instrument.
From verse to chorus.
Keep playing.
Arrange your sections in the order you need. Switch between them with MIDI, bringing each section’s loopers and effects into play.
Your whole setup.
One view.
Keep your song, loopers and layers in sight. Follow the active section, switch the looper on display, and see what’s happening as you play.
Keep your hands playing.
Let your feet take control.
Record, layer and switch loopers without leaving your instrument. Give taps and holds different jobs, and choose when recording starts — immediately, on the next bar or after a count-in.
Start with our pedal setup.
Download our Nektar Pacer preset and matching QLooper configuration, with a short setup guide.
Coming soonOur setup. Your starting point.
An example layout for the Nektar Pacer. Customize the actions and timing to suit the way you play.
| Pedal | Tap | Hold |
|---|---|---|
| 1 · Overdub | Start / finish overdubbing | Replace while held |
| 2 · Record | Record a new layer and mute earlier layers | Clear and start a fresh recording |
| 3 · Play / Stop | Play / stop the active looper | Clear the active looper |
| 4 · Undo / Redo | Undo the last take | Redo |
| 5 · Play All | Start all loopers in the manager | — |
| 6 · Stop All | Stop all loopers in the manager | Clear all their recordings |
| B · Song | Advance to the next section | Panic / restore audio |
| C · Previous | Switch to the previous looper and invoke its Overdub action | Select the previous looper |
| D · Next | Switch to the next looper and invoke its Overdub action | Select the next looper |
Recording actions follow each looper’s settings. Clear actions erase recordings. Panic also mutes the audio output.
Coming to macOS.
The planned DMG will bundle a custom ElementsDev build with QLooper. Once available, open the disk image and drag the Element app to Applications.
macOS DMG — Coming soon
Quick start guide
A short PDF will cover the essentials and will be available with the release.
PDF — Coming soon
A few answers.
Before you start.
Will QLooper be free?
Yes. The macOS version built on Element will be free and open source, with optional support for development.
Which Mac do I need?
The first release is planned for macOS. Supported Macs and macOS versions will be listed before release.
Do I need a MIDI controller?
No. Use the on-screen controls or keyboard shortcuts. A MIDI controller lets you keep your hands on your instrument.
Do I need to install Element separately?
No. QLooper will come with a custom build of Element, with everything needed for looping included.
Can I use my own effects?
Yes. Use compatible plugins in Element to shape your sound before or after the looper. Third-party plugins are installed separately.
Where can I get help or report a problem?
Support and feedback details will be published with the release, along with a short PDF guide to help you get started.
More loops.
More possibilities.
QLooper is free and open source. If you enjoy using it, you can help support its development.
Support on Ko-fi