2013
05/21
UPDATE: Ver 1 1 1bit Pixitracker Adds AudioBus and Jack Audio
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1 Bit PixiTracker For Chiptune

PixiTracker 1BIT is a simple and fun tool to quickly create musical sketches, chip tunes and experiments with TRUE 1-BIT SOUND (like on old microcomputers). No musical knowledge required. Perfect for producing Chiptune and Glitch music.

What’s New in Version 1.1
* Audiobus and JACK support;
* additional audio/gfx settings in the Main Menu -> Preferences -> Audio & Graphics;
* additional background images (Main Menu -> Preferences -> Background);
* now you can play any loaded WAV sound with its original speed on the first note of the 6th octave;
* bugs fixed.

[ Key features ]
• true 1-bit sound: only 1 and 0 in the final mix;
• pattern based sequencer (tracker);
• max number of tracks: 12; max number of steps: 64;
• MIDI keyboard support;
• several packs with unique sounds;
• mic/line-in sound recording;
• Wi-Fi export/import;
• export to WAV;
• audio copy/paste;
• iTunes File Sharing;
• warm pixel interface

PixiTracker 1 Bit is available for $1.99

2013
05/20
8 Bit Drums For iPhone and iPad
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8 Bit Drums iPhone iPad App

8bit Drums Pro is out! Save your rhythms and share them with the world.

8 bit drums screenshot

With this version, you can:
– Set number of steps (1 – 32)
– BPM sync
– Save your rhythms.
– Upload your sequences to a World Sequence List.

8 Bit Drums is available for $0.99

2013
05/19
SquareSynth Chiptune Synthesizer For iPhone
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SquareSynth Chiptune Synth For iPhone

SquareSynth is a table-based synthesizer for iOS, based on old-school chiptune trackers. Using the “tables” you can create sounds similar to 8bit game consoles, and computers. Must have app for chiptune musicians, or musicians in general. If you want to experiment with 8 bit sounds, look no further.

What’s New in Version 2.0.7
• Midi bug fix [super solid now]
• I’ve put many hours into the About screen… it’s beautiful
• Reduced latency
• Audiobus 2.1.6.1
• Increased upper note range
• UI Tweaks

SquareSynth

FEATURES:

Authentic 8-bit Sounds! Modeled after NES/Famicom
Polyphonic
Pulse, Short Noise, and Long Noise waveform types
Glide, Full Pulse width modulation, and Vibrato
Control Pitch, Wave-type, and Pulse width, via instrument table
Complex arpeggios
Quality Sound

SquareSynth is available for $3.99.

2013
04/26
Drum Synthesizer For iPad
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Turquoise Drum Synthesizer For iPad

Turquoise is a 3×3 drum synth. Each pad triggers a separate synth. Synth controls for each pad are available in the side panel.

What’s New in Version 1.1.2
– new presets
– UI improvements

Turquoise DS is available for $2.99

2013
04/25
Bliss Pad Synth for iPad
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Bliss Pad iPhone Synth

Bliss Pad is a fun and simple three voice synthesizer with an easy to navigate, colorful interface. Customize your sounds with the tone editor then play and loop them. Bliss pad is designed to be satisfying no matter your level of musical knowhow.

What’s New in Version 1.1.1
Added provisional support for Audiobus.

Bliss Pad Screenshot

FEATURES:

Quirky retro sound and graphics
Autochord makes playing a breeze
Reverb, pitch delay, wobble effects
Arpeggiator with randomizer
Super simple loop bank lets you layer your sounds
12 old school drum samples

Bliss Pad Synth is NO LONGER AVAILABLE

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