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
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
NanoStudio is a recording studio for iOS, OS X and Windows. It has virtual analogue synths, sample trigger pads, a comprehensive sequencer, a sample editor, a mixer and multiple effects all integrated into a single application.
Record your ideas in real time, mix synth layers with samples, compose and arrange your tune using the powerful sequencer and bring the mix alive with effects such as reverb, compression and EQ. Share your tune on SoundCloud from wherever you are or use the comprehensive audio mixdown options and MIDI export feature to get your ideas over to your desktop DAW when you get back home.
NanoStudio’s intuitive user interface frees you to get creative yet has loads of depth for when you need it. To try it out head on over to our website where you can download the OS X and Windows versions for free!
What’s New in Version 1.40
* Audiobus support for input (sampling) and output (main mix)
* Virtual MIDI inputs for note and controller data
* MIDI input transpose
* 4 extra banks for your Eden presets
* Fixed ’empty sample’ bug when pasting from some Waldorf apps
INSTRUMENTS
Up to 6 simultaneous instruments (including mixer) or upgrade with the ’16 Instrument Tracks’ in-app purchase, particularly recommended for newer devices.
‘Eden’, a powerful 16 voice subtractive synth with dual oscillators, 2 pole resonant filter, 3 envelope generators and 4 LFO’s per voice and 2 dedicated insert effects. Eden’s virtual patchbay lets you hook up almost anything for modulation mayhem.
The ‘TRG-16’, a performance pad for triggering samples. Adjust pitch, pan, volume and envelopes and assign each sample to one of the 3 output busses, each with its own effect sends and filter setup.
SAMPLING
Record samples with the built-in mic (iPod Touch requires external mic), resample NanoStudio’s own output or upload your own samples using NanoSync for OS X/Windows. Edit your samples using NanoStudio’s built-in wave editing tools (with multiple undo/redo) and process them offline with custom effects chains.
SEQUENCER
Record performances in real-time using the keys and trigger pads or create patterns and controller sweeps by drawing them in the piano roll editor. Arrange your patterns into a complete song using the track editor. You can edit while the song is playing and every operation has multiple undo/redo.
MASTERING
Nanostudio’s mixer has 2 global effects sends, 4 insert effects per channel and you can record, edit and playback all your fader and pan changes. When you’re ready to share your mix with others you can upload it direct to SoundCloud or use NanoSync to copy the exported .wav file to your Mac/PC.
EFFECTS
NanoStudio’s reverb, compressor, parametric EQ, waveshaper, delay, chorus, and bitcrusher effects are all highly optimized so you can run lots of them.
FEATURE SHORTLIST (loads more at www.blipinteractive.co.uk/specifications.php)
* 6 simultaneous instruments, up to 16 with in-app purchase
* MIDI input with the Line 6 MIDI Mobilizer, Akai SynthStation 25 and Core MIDI
* Audio copy/paste for sharing audio with other compatible apps (Sonoma and Intua standards supported)
* Upload your mix directly to SoundCloud
* Eden synth (also plays samples) – single or dual keyboards, XY controllers, pitch bend and accelerometer control
* TRG-16 sample trigger pads
* Sequencer with up to 64 tracks and a piano roll editor for note, velocity and controller events, all with undo/redo
* Mixer with 4 inserts per channel, 2 global send busses and volume/pan automation on every channel
* Sampling and resampling, sample editor and effects processor with undo/redo
* Transfer samples, final mixes and individual track mixdowns to your Mac/PC using NanoSync
* Send projects, samples and MIDI files as email attachments
* Built in help
Camel Audio have released version 2 of Alchemy Synth Mobile – the iOS version of their sample manipulation synthesiser. The update adds a new 4-track sequencer, Audiobus support, drum pads, several new sounds and iCloud support.
What’s new
4-Track Sequencer – Intuitive song sketch pad with mixer and solo/mute
Audiobus Support – Integrate Alchemy with your mobile studio
Drum Pads – Create your own beats
New Sounds – Piano, strings, guitar, drum kits, and more
Improved Recording – Overdubbing, song position indicator and adjustable track length
8 Demo Songs – Hear what Alchemy Mobile can do
iCloud – Backup and transfer your songs
Improved Graphics – Now sharper and clearer
Lower Latency – Snappier performance on iPad3/iPhone 5
Tutorial – Learn fast
Simplified Account Signup – Get 35 free presets in one minute
Exclusive new features in Pro Upgrade:
Song Save – Save and export your songs
Track Save – Save and load individual tracks
Swing – Fine tune your groove with adjustable swing
8 Extra Demo Songs – Have fun remixing tracks
Latency Control – Balance polyphony vs. latency
+ Absolutely new, beautiful Retina interface (horizontal-oriented)
+ External Remote support (like in Futulele) using the free Amidio Remote app for iPhone
+ Autoplay
+ MIDI In/Out/Record
+ Audiobus
+ Individual string buttons can be hidden
+ Advanced File Manager
+ And a lot more… This is basically a new app!
+ Expressive playing is now possible
+ Amazing sonic quality, the sound is very impressive
+ Support external freatboard (a-la Futulele app) with Amidio Remote (free iPhone app)
+ Audiobus! Use it with guitar processors!
+ Autoplay with LOTS of beautiful presets!
+ Record to .WAV, .MIDI, export to iTunes
+ Full MIDI compatibility (virtual/hardware)
+ 6 guitars (3 acoustic, 3 electric)
+ 10 On-board FX with 50 presets
+ File Manager
+ Save own chord sets
iPad Loops is an iOS music production blog dedicated to exposing the best iPad apps musicians, producers, and Djs. This is not a database of every app. It is, however, one of useful recommendations from someone with many years in music production. I try to update it on a daily basis (ok sometimes every two days) and I do my best to post useful apps only. My name is Jason Donnelly (Dj Puzzle).
Some of the apps that contain my sounds are Synth One, EG Segments, Hammerhead, Retronyms AudioCopy, Audio Evolution Mobile, and iMPC Pro. My work is published by Roland, Antares, Magix, Soundtrack Loops, Sample Logic, Acoustica, Native Instruments, The Grammt Museum and many more. Subscribe to our RSS feed below to get updated when new apps are posted.
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