Category: Computer Music

Open Mic: What Are The Best Software Synths For iOS?

Music software on iOS has evolved rapidly, from being scorned by many Synthtopia readers (remember all the Apptopia comments?) to becoming a major platform for electronic musicians. While iPad music software doesn’t replace desktop DAWs and plugins for most users, it does offer a useful combination of mobility, multi-touch control and power. Because of this,… Read More Open Mic: What Are The Best Software Synths For iOS?

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Orphion For iPad Intro & MIDI Tutorial

These videos, by developer Bastus Trump, offer an introduction to Orphion, his instrument for the iPad. Orphion is one of the more expressive instruments available for iOS, because of the way it allows for different types of sounds to be played, depending on how you touch the screen. 

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New App, TF Looper, Inspired By Hardware Looping Pedals

DreamUpApps has released a new app, TF Looper, inspired by hardware looping pedals. TF Looper works standalone or with input devices such as Apogee Jam for better sound. Features: Low-latency sound engine makes looping a breeze Straight-forward workflow and interface akin to dedicated hardware loopers Undo functionality Trigger recording on input for easier recording of instruments… Read More New App, TF Looper, Inspired By Hardware Looping Pedals

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‘Amazing Audio Engine’ Streamlines iOS Music App Development

Audiobus developer Michael Tyson delivered a TKO for music app developers today, releasing Amazing Audio Engine, a free framework for creating iOS audio applications. Built on the Core Audio Remote IO system, The Amazing Audio Engine is designed to let developers focus on the parts of their apps that are unique, rather than reinventing the wheel.… Read More ‘Amazing Audio Engine’ Streamlines iOS Music App Development

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