Apps Like GridStep for iPhone and iPad
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DRC - Polyphonic Synthesizer
Imaginando Lda
Design analog synths and shape sounds
Create and customize analog-style sounds with up to 8 voices. Adjust oscillators, sub-oscillator, and noise source. Use AUv3 for integration with DAWs. Design patches with classic synth parameters.



NFM – AUv3: FM Synth
Nikolozi Meladze
Stream audio and edit sound waves
FM synthesizer with six stereo operators and fully customizable FM algorithms. Create and edit patches. Load and save presets. Use as an AUv3 plug-in in compatible DAWs. Adjust modulation sources and destinations.

Stage Traxx 3
Peter Dikant
Play tracks, control volume, sync cues
Play audio files and display lyrics or PDFs alongside playback. Automatically scroll text as tracks play. Rearrange songs using loops and audio segments.

FabFilter Pro-G
FabFilter
Filter and play microphone input in real-time
Apply real-time microphone filtering and gating effects. Use five expander/gate algorithms for precise control. Adjust side chain inputs and parameters. Integrate with AUv3-compatible host apps for plugin use.

Pure Acid
Dmitrij Pavlov
Create basslines and drum patterns
Create and customize basslines with a synthesizer and drum machine. Adjust waveform shapes, filter settings, and envelope parameters. Sequence rhythms with step editors and pattern loops. Export audio files and share directly.

Hilda Synthesizer
Bram Bos
Create and shape sound with precision
Create and manipulate sound using a complex oscillator with wave folding and lowpass gating. Adjust audio-rate modulations and apply a 12-mode filter. Control traditional VCA circuits and model analog or digital sounds. No patch cables required.


Tap Delay
Harry Gohs
Create effects with tap timing
Create and manipulate effects using a step sequencer interface. Adjust tape simulation settings including compression, saturation, hiss, head bias, and wow/flutter. Export audio files and apply effects during recording or playback.


MIDI Tools
Victor Porof
Edit messages in real time
Manipulate messages within a DAW's effects chain using 8 audio units. Create custom routings and effects. Load in compatible hosts like BeatMaker 3 or Cubasis 2. Transmit and receive data between units. Adjust parameters in real time.


Harmony Bloom
MNR Development LLC
Generate MIDI patterns
Create and manipulate polyrhythmic MIDI patterns with visual feedback. udio using five selectable sound types. Transmit MIDI data to compatible devices. Control patterns through intuitive interface with adjustable parameters.

Samplebot
A Tasty Pixel
Record samples, import clips, loop tracks
Record audio samples or import clips from Music library, iCloud Drive, Dropbox, or other services. Play samples on colorful, interactive pads.


VS – Visual Synthesizer
Imaginando Lda
Visualize audio and MIDI data in real
Create visualizations using audio and MIDI data. Customize graphics with 8 layers that use shaders, images, or videos. Generate dynamic visuals in real-time during music playback. Adjust parameters to control effects and synchronization.

PatternBud - MIDI CC Sequencer
Cem Olcay
Sequence patterns across music apps
Create music arrangements by sequencing pattern changes across synthesizers, drum machines, and sequencers. Control multiple tracks with unlimited steps per track. Assign individual channels and CC numbers.

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