Surprisingly cool sound possibilities
More inventive than it looks, a very nice source of unexpected sounds.Neumuzik
Sounds truly excellent but UI has some limitations, depending on your need.
For people who just want to load a patch from the tremendously large built-in library and integrate with a host for sequencing from another app (or playing via midi keyboard) this app would be great. Not so much for my purposes however, though I can’t fault it a great deal for this. It’s a fantastic emulation and the patches are solid and plentiful. Below I will explain why it didn’t work for me though, in case you are planning similarly:
Since this is an accurate emulation of a real hardware chip using a standardized OPL fm preset format, I was counting on there being an easy method for programming, testing and storing presets within the app. My goal in buying this was to have a portable way to create and build a library of my own original patches to use with Adlib Tracker ][. This use-case has proved mostly fruitless however for the following reasons—
1. The standalone app does not properly fit an iPhone screen (iPhone X at least); the bottom row of buttons runs below the edge of the screen.
2. There is no way to save your own patches directly inside the app, only load the existing presets.
3. There is no built-in keyboard, basically it’s a plugin more than an app and relies on a host to do most useful things.
4. On an iPad 11” I wasn’t able to scale the view to fit both the complete instrument UI and the AUM virtual keyboard on-screen simultaneously, making it cumbersome to edit, play and test custom patches. (Honestly this one might be user error, please correct if I’m wrong and there’s a way to achieve this)now_its_dark
Great except for UI
This is a great, straightforward 2-op FM synth, but on my 5th gen IPad mini, the UI of the AUv3 in Cubasis and AUM is tiny. It doesn’t even come close to filling up the AU window the way other instruments do. It would be nice if the dev would rework the interface for smaller IOS devices rather than simply porting the interface from the desktop version. Otherwise, I’m glad to have it on my iPad. It’s a classic!john signal
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Version History of OPL AUv3 FM Synth
2.4
August 14, 2024
16x oversampling for pristine, alias-free sound. Optimized voice management for enhanced efficiency and performance. Updated interface with modern elements for a smoother user experience. Significant core framework improvements for greater stability and performance. Fixed crash issue when triggering more than 9 voices simultaneously.
More2.2
December 2, 2022
iOS 16 compatibility. Framework update. Touch friendly popup menus.
More2.1
September 24, 2021
iOS 15 compatibility. Framework update. Inter-App Audio compatibility.
More2.0
December 17, 2020
Fixed Modulator waveform 5 unable to be selected. Fixed 12x or 15x Frequency multiplier on both modulator and carrier unable to be selected. Fixed Keyscale attenuation order. Now -0, -3, -1.5, -6.
More1.8
September 15, 2020
AUv3 parameter exposure for host automation. iOS Universal build with iPhone support. Enhanced AUv3 GUI window display fit. AUv3 GUI scrolling using left and right border sides.
More1.7
June 23, 2020
Preset name now displays in Load button. Active folder and preset is displayed with a tick on the Load drop down menu. Relocated - + preset navigation buttons.
More1.6
June 7, 2020
Fixed FM and Additive icon graphic locations.
1.5
June 7, 2020
Fixed AUv3 issue with combo box values not being displayed.
1.4
June 4, 2020
Price History of OPL AUv3 FM Synth
Description of OPL AUv3 FM Synth
The Yamaha OPL2 chip, introduced in 1985, shaped the sound of 80s and 90s video game soundtracks. discoDSP OPL emulates the OPL2's FM and additive synthesis, including its distinctive percussion mode. With 16x oversampling for crystal-clear sound and over 2000 included presets, discoDSP OPL is ideal for classic game soundtracks, electronic music, or crafting unique sounds. Bring the iconic OPL2 chip to your productions.
Standalone app requires a MIDI keyboard.
OPL AUv3 FM Synth: FAQ
Is there an iPad version available for OPL AUv3 FM Synth?
Yes, you can use the OPL AUv3 FM Synth app on iPad devices.
Who launched the OPL AUv3 FM Synth app?
Jorge Reales is the developer of OPL AUv3 FM Synth.
What is the minimum iOS requirement for OPL AUv3 FM Synth to function properly?
The minimum iOS requirement: 12.0.
What do users think of the app?
The overall user rating of OPL AUv3 FM Synth is 4.6.
What category is the OPL AUv3 FM Synth app?
The App Genre Of The Opl Auv3 Fm Synth App Is Music.
What’s the current version of the OPL AUv3 FM Synth app?
The current version of OPL AUv3 FM Synth is 2.4.
When did the last OPL AUv3 FM Synth update come out?
The date of the latest OPL AUv3 FM Synth update is September 19, 2024.
When did OPL AUv3 FM Synth get launched?
OPL AUv3 FM Synth became publicly available on February 5, 2023.
What age is OPL AUv3 FM Synth appropriate for?
The content advisory rating for the OPL AUv3 FM Synth app is Jorge Reales.
What are the languages available on OPL AUv3 FM Synth?
OPL AUv3 FM Synth is now available to use in .
Can I access OPL AUv3 FM Synth via Apple Arcade's subscription service?
No, OPL AUv3 FM Synth is not on Apple Arcade.
Is OPL AUv3 FM Synth equipped with in-app purchases?
No, OPL AUv3 FM Synth does not feature in-app purchases for users.
Is OPL AUv3 FM Synth fully compatible with Apple Vision Pro?
Unfortunately, OPL AUv3 FM Synth is not fully compatible with Apple Vision Pro.
Does OPL AUv3 FM Synth include ads as part of its experience?
No, OPL AUv3 FM Synth does not include ads as part of its experience.
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