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Aparillo

Aparillo

The Cinematic Machine

506 ratings
114 reviews
🎬 Entertainment
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Free
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 5, 2018
  • August 5, 2026

Developer

Sugar Bytes GmbH
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This advanced FM synthesizer creates complex soundscapes, atmospheres, and a wide range of timbres for film, TV, and games. It features two interacting FM synths, integrated effects, and an intuitive 'Orbiter' for one-touch sound morphing. Seamlessly integrate with your mobile studio setup via MIDI and Audio Unit v3 support.

✓16-voice FM Synthesizer
✓Complex sound design
✓Integrated FX (Filter, Delay, Reverb, Spacializer)
✓Orbiter for sound morphing
✓Standalone & Audio Unit v3 support
✓MIDI and Ableton Link integration
✓iCloud Preset Sync
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Aparillo. Based on 506 reviews and a 4.9/5 average, it highlights the 6 positives and 4 negatives reviewers mention most about this Music app.

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

1.1.8

August 5, 2026

This update adds full support for the iPadOS windowing system. The app can now be freely resized and repositioned, making it easier to use alongside other apps in your workflow. We've also fixed several minor bugs and made small improvements to overall stability and performance.

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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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Yooreek

I use it to recreate sounds from my singing monsters
Goopius le grandGoopius 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!
DepreysDepreys

Consistent otherworldly music

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

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 .
gtduhgtduh
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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

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FAQ

What is Aparillo?

Aparillo is an advanced 16-voice FM synthesizer designed for creating complex sound structures, majestic motions, and evolving soundscapes. It's ideal for film, TV, and game audio production, offering a wide range of timbres from basses to leads and percussion.

What are the key features of Aparillo?

Key features include two interacting FM synthesizers for complex timbres, a variety of integrated effects like a filter, delay, reverb, and the unique Spacializer. It also boasts an intuitive 'Orbiter' for one-touch sound morphing, standalone and Audio Unit v3 support, full MIDI integration, and iCloud preset syncing.

How much does Aparillo cost?

The app is available for free, but it includes in-app purchases. Specific details on what these purchases entail are not provided in the description, but they likely unlock additional presets or advanced features.

What devices is Aparillo compatible with?

Aparillo is designed for iPad and seamlessly integrates with mobile studio setups. It supports Audio Unit v3 and Ableton Link for syncing and offers full MIDI support, including Virtual, Network, External, and Bluetooth MIDI.

What kind of sounds can I create with Aparillo?

You can create a vast array of sounds with Aparillo, including complex sound structures, majestic motions, and evolving soundscapes. It's not limited to conventional FM sounds and can produce basses, brasses, pads, leads, and even percussion, making it versatile for various audio needs.