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Aparillo

Aparillo

The Cinematic Machine

507 ratings
114 reviews
🎬 Entertainment
🎵 Music
Free
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Released
December 5, 2018
Updated
October 27, 2026

Developer

Sugar Bytes GmbH
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About

This advanced FM synthesizer is designed for creating complex, evolving soundscapes and atmospheres ideal for film, TV, and games. It offers deep sound design capabilities with two interacting synthesizers, integrated effects, and an intuitive 'mass-controller' for one-touch sound morphing. Seamlessly integrate it into your mobile studio setup with extensive MIDI and syncing options.

✓16-voice FM Synthesizer
✓Formant Shifting, Wave Folding & Shifting
✓Multi-Mode Filter with Spacializer
✓Orbiter for one-touch Sound Morphing
✓500 handpicked Presets
✓Full MIDI Support
✓Preset iCloud Sync
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What users say about Aparillo

Reviews of Aparillo are mostly positive: the Music app is rated 4.9/5 from 507 App Store ratings. What users like most: powerful sound design capabilities, intuitive and creative interface. Top complaints: occasional crashes and stability issues, lack of clear documentation and tutorials. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🚀Powerful sound design capabilities
  • 👍Intuitive and creative interface
  • 🎨Cinematic and otherworldly sounds
  • 💡Innovative orbit and spatial features
  • 🔥Excellent presets and sound quality
  • 🤖Versatile and deep FM synthesis

Negative things

  • 🐛Occasional crashes and stability issues
  • 🔍Lack of clear documentation and tutorials
  • 📱UI not optimized for larger iPad screens
  • 💰Paid upgrade required for full functionality
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What's New in Aparillo

1.1.10

October 27, 2026

Fixed saving presets via the host app’s preset system.

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$24.99

Aparillo Full Version

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User reviews

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Excellent sound design source

I love this synth. It’s built around sound design, with an interface and toolset that encourage exploration without being overly complicated. It’s also fairly light on resources on my M1 iPad Pro, so I don’t have any issues with latency, audio dropouts or other playback issues. The evolving textures this synth can produce is fantastic for an iPad synth! Amazing. I like this one enough that I expect to eventually pick it up for desktop use… as though I actually need another synth for Mac/PC. lol. It definitely deserves a five star review.

Thanks you for the great synth, Sugar Bytes! You’ve definitely stirred my interest with this one!
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Ssplashofcolor

Yooreek

I use it to recreate sounds from my singing monsters
GGGoopius le grand

Most incredible sounds

This is probably the most incredible sounding synth I own, hardware or software. Love it. Buy it. But, it seems to have stopped opening standalone, only AUv3 works? Leaving this comment in the hope the devs see it as it’s lovely standalone!
DDepreys

Consistent otherworldly music

I wouldn’t have any idea how to make these kinds of sounds with any other app. 5 year user.
Bbrendanmakes

Merci

Un grand merci aux développeurs car c est mon meilleur outil pour les Arts Sonores . Je m en suis servi pour un Hommage à Pierre Schaeffer ! J attends du nouveau….mais bravo .
Ggtduh
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

2 issues

Saved patches not compatible across versions

Bug

Orbiter parameters not accessible on latest iOS

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Requested Features

4 requests

More preset packs and sound libraries

Feature

Improved MIDI and automation support

Feature

Custom tuning and scale options

Feature

Expanded keyboard and note range

Feature

FAQ

What makes Aparillo's sound design capabilities stand out?

Aparillo features two interacting FM synthesizers capable of complex timbres, extensive modulation targets per voice, and integrated effects like the Spacializer. Users praise its powerful sound design capabilities and the ability to create cinematic and otherworldly sounds.

How does the Orbiter feature in Aparillo work?

The Orbiter is an intuitive 'mass-controller' that allows for one-touch sound morphing. Users move it through sonic universes to gain unlimited control over sound manipulation, a feature users find innovative.

Does Aparillo offer offline functionality?

The description does not specify offline functionality. However, features like iCloud Sync and Ableton Link suggest it is designed for connected environments. Users have noted occasional crashes, which might impact uninterrupted offline use.

What are the key benefits of Aparillo's presets?

Aparillo comes with 500 handpicked presets designed to showcase its capabilities, ranging from basses to leads and percussion. Users have highlighted the excellent presets and sound quality as a significant pro.

Is Aparillo suitable for beginners in music production?

While Aparillo offers powerful features, some users have pointed out a lack of clear documentation and tutorials. This might make it challenging for absolute beginners to fully grasp its deep FM synthesis and sound design potential.

What platforms is Aparillo available on?

Aparillo is available for iPad. It supports standalone operation and Audio Unit v3 integration, allowing it to work within compatible music production apps on the device.

How often is Aparillo updated?

The latest version is 1.1.10, last updated on October 27, 2026. While this indicates a recent update, the app's release date was December 5, 2018, suggesting a moderate update frequency.

Does Aparillo have ads?

No, Aparillo does not contain advertisements. Its monetization model is free with in-app purchases, meaning the core functionality is free, with optional paid upgrades for full functionality.