$24.99
Photophore Synth
Unique flock instrument
⭐️4.5 / 5
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🙌27
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📦w/o updates
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All Versions of Photophore Synth
1.0.4
July 22, 2020
This version fixes an issue where connecting a MIDI keyboard through the USB camera kit would cause a crash.
More1.0.3
June 30, 2020
- Update to meet new App Store requirements (built with iOS 13 SDK)
- Fixed bug where some voices were out of tune on newer iPads when using built in speaker
- Update to AudioBus 3 SDK
- Fixed layout issues on larger screens.
More1.0.2
March 24, 2015
Happy Spring everyone! This update includes bug fixes, a big performance improvement and new features including the single most requested feature: more waveshapes! If you're happy with the update, please rate Photophore. Good ratings make a difference, and will help us to keep improving this instrument. Thank you so much for your support!
- Performance improvements -- up to 15% reduction in CPU usage!!
- 6 new waveshapes! We’ve doubled the waveshape options, giving you a wide variety of new timbres. Enjoy!
- Glide: smoothly glide between notes when in monophonic mode!
- 12 new presets showcasing the six new wave shapes.
- Added glide to two existing presets: Killer Reese and Mr Legato.
- Fixed bug where Photophore would go to sleep while Inter App Audio was connected, causing it to disappear in the IAA host.
More1.0.1
February 11, 2015
Happy New Year! This update adds a handful of small improvements to MIDI control, preset handling and UI:
- MIDI input channel can now be selected
- Mod Wheel support added (can be linked to Flock Speed, Turbulence or Filter)
- Pitch Bend can now be set to full octave as well as whole-step values
- iTunes file sharing added: patches and settings can now be managed and backed up using iTunes
- Buttons are easier to tap throughout UI
- Tutorial navigation improved, added swipe gestures and easier-to-tap buttons
More1.0
December 10, 2014
Price History of Photophore Synth
Description of Photophore Synth
"The visual interface will draw people in initially, but the wildly diverse sounds you can tease from Photophore will undoubtedly keep you coming back for more." FACT Magazine -- The Ten Best Synths for iPad | factmag.com
Photophore is a unique instrument that uses flocks of up to 100 sound generators to create rich, organic synthesizer sounds. By controlling the behavior of the flocks you can make Photophore sound like a choir of synthesizers or, at more extreme settings, a swarm of angry insects.
Unlike other digital synthesizers, Photophore creates warmth and character in a completely new way. Instead of modeling analog circuits, it models animal behavior. Photophore’s sound engine is made up of flocks of oscillators that move through a virtual three-dimensional environment. Their motion is controlled by a special behavioral algorithm and physics simulation that keeps the oscillators in tune with each other, but allows for a certain amount of natural drifting and detuning. This creates rich timbres that are perfect for crafting massive bass sounds, complex pads and searing leads.
You can interact with the oscillator flocks by controlling their behavior – how much they try to flock together, how much they avoid each other, their speed, and how much turbulence is in their environment. Oscillators will flee from your touch, so you can create extreme pitch modulation and more chaotic effects by simply swiping across the screen.
Key Features:
• Unique flock synthesis engine
• Up to 100 oscillators per patch
• Polyphonic operation (up to 6 voices)
• Monophonic mode with glide and legato
• 12 oscillator waveforms (saw, square, pulse, sine and more)
• Low pass/High pass filter with resonance
• Dedicated amplitude and filter envelopes
• Stereo echo effect
• Arpeggiator
Connectivity:
• Connect any iPad-compatible MIDI keyboard to play notes and perform pitch bends
• Use a MIDI controller's modulation wheel to control the flock
• AudioBus and Inter-App Audio support for streaming audio to other apps
• Control Photophore from other apps via CoreMIDI
Tech Requirements:
• iOS7 or later required
• iPad 2 or later required
What Reviewers say:
"The sounds in Photophore are big. There is a surprising range, as well. My first impression was that it was going to be very ambient-based, but you can get gritty and dirty here as well. From the beautifully minimal look to the impressive sounds, Photophore is a winner." - iOS Mars | iosmars.com
"There is a lot to like about Photophore. The synth engine is clearly ‘different’ from anything else out there but it is presented in away that is both accessible and visually appealing. In terms of both features and sound, Photophore punches well above its price point." - Music App Blog | musicappblog.com
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Photophore Synth: FAQ
Yes, Photophore Synth works on iPads.
The creator of Photophore Synth is Taika Systems LLC.
Photophore Synth minimum iOS requirement is iOS 9.0.
The rating of 4.5 out of 5 that Photophore Synth has received from users is outstanding.
The Photophore Synth App Relates To The Music Genre.
The latest Photophore Synth version released is 1.0.4.
June 28, 2024 is the date of the latest Photophore Synth update.
Photophore Synth was introduced to the market on February 5, 2023.
Contains nothing objectionable, appropriate for all ages.
Photophore Synth can be used in .
Unfortunately, Photophore Synth is not on Apple Arcade.
No, Photophore Synth does not allow for in-app purchases.
Sorry, Photophore Synth is not specifically engineered for compatibility with Apple Vision Pro.