Just what the doctor ordered.
Still, years later, this developer has demonstrated their inability to fix both the broken pitch-bend as well as the broken modulation control on at least the iPhone 12. The app slides instead of the sliders. I will no longer support incompetent developers any longer.Eriptron
Developer Response
Hey Eriptron, thanks for the kind words and for taking the time to leave a review! Enjoy :)Amazing … or should I say… “BANANAS”
There aren’t a lot of Phase Distortions synths on IOS…. as of 2023 we only have Shockwave and the vintage yet still excellent Phase84. The newest one, known as Phase Monkey, may be the best of the three.
The sound is excellent, no getting around it. If you’re a preset surfer, there aren’t a lot of built-in presets … but the ones there sound great. Now if you’re a sound designer like me, however, you’re gonna have a lot of fun with this little monkey. Creating patches is a breeze, and this fella is deep, yet set up in a way where it’s deceptively simple to use.
Ooga Booga yourself to the ape store I mean AppStore and grab this synth posthaste… you’ll be glad you didFear 2 Stop
Developer Response
Thanks for the kind words!Surprise
The envelopes surprised me, because the interface doesn't immediately suggest the eight-parted nature of their function. In fact, this is something I wish the dev would rework. Fully visualizing the envelopes (perhaps tracking the timing visually, as the signal progresses), which are a key feature of the synthesizer, as it turns out, would call user attention to their use while making the synth easier to patch.
All that said, this Monkey sounds really good, with appropriate bite (all monkeys, as we know, bite - in fact, I have an appalling song with that name from some years ago). It is priced right, so everyone should go ahead and get in phase.mrdogheadSHoGoAT
Developer Response
Thanks for the review! Glad you're liking Phase Monkey. Yes, the envelope interface is something we have received feedback on and may be able to rework in the future. :)
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Version History of Phase Monkey
1.0.2
September 20, 2023
New in version 1.0.2: - Add a document picker to the preset manager for importing presets directly from Phase Monkey. - Enable opening presets from the Files app. - Add a latch mode to the in-app keyboard. - Fix a bug where the app would crash when pressing extreme keys on the in-app keyboard.
More1.0.1
September 7, 2023
New in version 1.0.1: - Add some helper labels to the envelope controls. - Add an alert when overwriting an existing user preset. - Fix a bug where the key follow target setting would not be applied correctly. - Add a DC offset filter to the synth engine's signal path. - Fix a bug causing the app to crash on launch on early versions of iOS 15. - Add build number to app version code.
More1.0
September 5, 2023
Price History of Phase Monkey
Description of Phase Monkey
Phase Monkey is a polyphonic synthesizer inspired by the classic phase distortion synthesizers of the mid-1980s. However, instead of being a direct copy, Phase Monkey presents a fresh take on the classic sound engine, including the rare eight-stage envelopes. The result is a surprisingly versatile digital instrument that can produce anything from warm pads to shimmering leads to snarling basses.
Whatever you do, don’t have fun with it!
Features:
- Focused, fun, and characterful synth engine
- Touch-first design, almost the entire screen is part of a control
- Runs standalone or as AUv3 plug-in (in compatible host)
- Universal purchase on Apple platforms: runs on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
- Presets synced across your devices via iCloud
- Hook up a MIDI controller to play with a keyboard (optional)
Details:
- Eight classic phase distortion waveforms
- Dedicated modulation oscillator for ring or noise modulation
- Three rare eight-stage envelopes
- Complex modulation of pitch and timbre possible via envelopes
- LFO with five waveforms for classic modulation sounds
- Master controls: portamento, random voice pan, onboard chorus, gain
- Key behavior modes: poly, monophonic retrig, monophonic legato
- Additional MIDI modulation sources: mod wheel, pitch bend, velocity, aftertouch (channel), key follow
- Includes 40 highly usable factory presets to get you started making music
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Phase Monkey: FAQ
Is the Phase Monkey app compatible with iPads?
Yes, you can use the Phase Monkey app on iPad devices.
Who created the Phase Monkey app?
The app was developed by Sketch Audio, LLC.
What is the minimum iOS version to run the Phase Monkey app?
The minimum iOS version for the Phase Monkey app is 15.0.
What is the overall rating of the Phase Monkey app?
The overall user rating of Phase Monkey is 4.8.
What category is the Phase Monkey app?
The App Genre Of The Phase Monkey App Is Music.
What is the current version of Phase Monkey?
1.0.2 is the latest released Phase Monkey version.
What is the latest Phase Monkey update release date?
The date of the latest Phase Monkey update is September 19, 2024.
What is the exact date when Phase Monkey came out?
Phase Monkey became publicly available on July 2, 2024.
What age is Phase Monkey appropriate for?
The content advisory rating for the Phase Monkey app is Sketch Audio, LLC.
What are the languages available on Phase Monkey?
Phase Monkey is now available to use in English.
Does Apple Arcade support Phase Monkey among its available titles?
Unfortunately, Phase Monkey is not on Apple Arcade.
Are there opportunities for in-app purchases in Phase Monkey?
Unfortunately, Phase Monkey does not provide opportunities for in-app purchases.
Is Phase Monkey fully compatible with Apple Vision Pro?
Unfortunately, Phase Monkey is not fully compatible with Apple Vision Pro.
Are ads featured prominently in Phase Monkey?
No, ads are not featured prominently in Phase Monkey.
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