# Alina String Ensemble — Simulator of Strings Keyboard

> Authentic Solina String Ensemble synthesizer simulator for iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by insideout ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alina-string-ensemble/id1036045790 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [insideout ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/315046293)
- Category: Music
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 20 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 131 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-09-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alina-string-ensemble/id1036045790/reviews.md

## What is Alina String Ensemble?

Alina String Ensemble is a musical keyboard application for iPhone/iPad/iPod touch that simulates the Solina String Ensemble. The sound is in reference to Solina String Ensemble (Serial number "SERIES 22, No.0093158”) manufactured by N.V. EMINENT BODEGRAVEN HOLLAND in the 70’s. You are sure to be surprised at the real sound generated from this App.

Features:
- Pre-loaded with 6 instruments including Viola, Violin, Brass, Horn, Cello, Contra Bass
- 49key, 4-octave Keyboards with scrollable
- Core MIDI and MIDI compatible
- Scrollable Keyboard & dual Keyboards(Only iPad)
- BASS tone(Cello, Contra Bass) is assigned on lowest 20 keys
- Built-in Reverb that simulates a spring reverb
- Modulation that can adjust the rate and depth

Special thanks: Jun Kawabata courtesy of AIRPLANE LABEL & Studio Peach Blue Peach

## Key features

- Solina String Ensemble sound simulation
- 6 pre-loaded instruments
- 49-key, 4-octave keyboard
- Core MIDI and MIDI compatible
- Built-in spring reverb effect
- Adjustable modulation

## Chart rankings

- #200 in Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alina-string-ensemble/id1036045790/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Phaser Control

*2025-09-07*

Where is it? An absolutely crucial part of the Solina sound the phaser control. And why are the button controls counterintuitive? Completely the WRONG  way around. Obviously, when something is ON it should be LIT and when it is OFF it should be UNLIT! Are you not using the same visual cues as EVERYBODY ELSE ON EARTH??

### 2/5 — Kinda sounds like a 70’s string machine but..

*2025-08-20*

Gives you the idea of a 70’s string machine but it falls short especially in triggering - gating.  Would be nice the give the option for multiple voice sustain and not gate the voices off.

### 2/5 — Close but Not There...

*2021-02-01*

I was expecting to get pretty close to a genuine Solina, even given this is an app and emulation. Yet, when you activate the modulation button, you don’t get that authentic Jean Michel Jarre or Tangerine Dream-esque tonal quality that the real instrument would deliver. Again, it’s an app so you get what you pay for. Hopefully the developer will tweak things to get that modulation reproduction more precise.

### 4/5 — Real Solina

*2020-12-28, version 2.1.2*

Works fine on iPad Air2 ios14. Would be perfekt with Midi CC’s and integrated Phaser.

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2020-10-20*

I am so grateful that this app exists. I’ve wanted that classic Solina String Ensemble sound for forever and this app delivers. I really can’t speak to the bad reviews, the app has never been buggy for me nor has it crashed. A def secret weapon for any keyboard player.

### 5/5 — Great sounds

*2020-02-04*

There is a typo it says “sustain legth” should of course be length

### 1/5 — Do not waste your money

*2019-07-18*

This app costs too much money for what you get. The sound effects are terrible. Wish I could get my money back.

### 1/5 — 残念…

*2018-07-03*

楽器として使うなら、プロのデベロッパーのアプリを買うべきです。

### 5/5 — Great Arp Solina

*2016-12-30*

Sounds amazing! I was a little confused at first with the button state. When they are bright red, the state is 'off'. When they are dark red the state is 'on'. I would imagine it to be the other way. Just a small niggle, great. It even support IAA.

### 5/5 — "The string machine you can't afford"

*2016-11-26*

That's what this sounds like. For a few bucks. 

For me, it's directly out of my early new wave dreams. You could buy a used iPhone and a used MIDI controller and have *that* sound, ready to go for considerably less than the real thing. Easy easy buy.

## Frequently asked questions about Alina String Ensemble

### What instruments are included in Alina String Ensemble?

Alina String Ensemble comes pre-loaded with 6 instruments: Viola, Violin, Brass, Horn, Cello, and Contra Bass, aiming to replicate the authentic sounds of the Solina String Ensemble.

### What devices does Alina String Ensemble support?

Alina String Ensemble is designed for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices, offering a portable way to experience vintage string synthesizer sounds.

### How much does Alina String Ensemble cost?

Alina String Ensemble is available for a one-time purchase of $3.99, providing full access to its features without ongoing costs.

### Does Alina String Ensemble have ads?

No, Alina String Ensemble does not contain advertisements, offering an uninterrupted musical experience.

### What is the age rating for Alina String Ensemble?

Alina String Ensemble has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in music.

### How often is Alina String Ensemble updated?

The app was last updated on July 22, 2024, indicating active development and support from the developer.

### Can Alina String Ensemble be used with external MIDI devices?

Yes, Alina String Ensemble is Core MIDI and MIDI compatible, allowing it to be integrated with other MIDI hardware and software.

### What is the user sentiment for Alina String Ensemble?

Users generally appreciate Alina String Ensemble, as reflected in its rating of 4.2 stars from 20 ratings.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.2.1 — 2024-07-22

- Add setting for sending and receiving MIDI channels
- Support the latest OS versions
- Improve stability

### 3.2.0 — 2024-01-15

・Improve latency
・Add timestamp into outgoing MIDI messages
・Fix that the last MIDI connection was not reverted
・Improve Musical-Typing behavior

### 3.1.0 — 2023-05-17

Added the new battery-saver feature. It monitors midi inputs when the app is in the background and stops the synthesizer if no MIDI inputs for 5 minutes. Of course, the synthesizer will be reverted when the app is moved to the foreground.

### 3.0.1 — 2023-02-08

- Fix some parameters were not saved
- Improve behavior of sliders
- Switch the keyboard scroll without refreshing the screen

### 3.0.0 — 2022-10-16

iOS16, iPad OS 16 compatible

## Apps similar to Alina String Ensemble

| App | Rating | Price | Category |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Been Getting Fetty Radio](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/been-getting-fetty-radio/id6450182020) | 5.0 (4) | Free | Music |
| [MusicPutty - Vocal Tune](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/musicputty-vocal-tune/id6444390100) | 4.3 (127) | Free | Music |
| [Mantis - BBD Echo](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mantis-bbd-echo/id1673531514) | 5.0 (8) | $14.99 | Music |
| [OUT & PROUD LIVE](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/out-and-proud-live/id1562328760) | 5.0 (8) | Free | Music |
| [Radio 105 Indie](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/radio-105-indie/id1559928660) | — | Free | Music |
| [Silo - Granulator and Reverb](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/silo-granulator-and-reverb/id6444164740) | 4.8 (32) | $9.99 | Music |

## More apps by insideout ltd.

- [Pocket Organ C3B3](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-organ-c3b3/id342144696)
- [Super Manetron](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/super-manetron/id603086193)
- [Combo Organ Model V](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/combo-organ-model-v/id916506646)
- [The Manetron](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-manetron/id1641254309)

All apps by insideout ltd.: https://appshunter.io/developer/315046293

## Related topics

[alina](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/alina)

---

*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-26.*