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bent.fm lite: circuit bending software

bent.fm lite: circuit bending software

by Mayank Sanganeria

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22 reviews
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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 1, 2013
  • October 24, 2016

Developer

Mayank Sanganeria
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This app simulates circuit-bent synthesizers, allowing users to experiment with unique sound modifications and create glitchy, industrial audio. It offers control over oscillators and a bend matrix for algorithmic sequences and bit crushing.

✓Circuit-bent synthesizer simulation
✓Fine and octave-decimated clock bends
✓Bend matrix for algorithmic sequences
✓Architecture-level bit crushing
✓Audiobus and IAA support
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What's New in bent.fm lite

3.8

October 24, 2016

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. • fixed for iPhone 6S and 7 • bugfixes and performance improvements

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It’s funny and good, but…

So I am really into circuit bending, and I love listening to circuit bent toys on YouTube. However, I cannot seem to use this app properly because it is not voice over friendly and I wish that you could add a feature where you can import your own audio files and then pitch bend and make other weird sound with this application because that would make it even better.
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Furby 8873Furby 8873

I love it

It’s super fun to mess with. That being said: the only problem I have is that the sounds do not play through Bluetooth headphones when they are connected.

Before, when I had wired headphones, I had to unplug and replug them after starting the app in order for it to register the headphones as connected, and send the signal through them. Unfortunately, I lost my old headphones; so I no longer have them as a backup and now only use Bluetooth (which does not connect, at least on the 2020 SE) I’d like to make weird technobabble noises without everyone else hearing what I’m doing. Please fix this issue.
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Soba Noodle ʕ•ᴥ•ʔSoba Noodle ʕ•ᴥ•ʔ

Once fun app, now silent.

Works sporadically if it all on the latest iPadOS
gravytopgravytop

This is one of my favorite noise making apps.

I’m a circuit bender hobbyist, and this app is the closest thing that you’re ever going to find to an actual circuit bent keyboard. So much glitching and noise! I wish there was a VST like this for my PC DAW. I use this app a lot with Garageband, which is kind of my “hobby-fun, music maker, idea maker” for when I’m on the go. This app is free, and there are no annoying adds. And the sounds are amazing. You never know what you’re going ti get out of it. It’s a serious, “happy accident” generator.
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Black_X_LightBlack_X_Light

Great fun!!!

Hope y’all can make some more of point towards the coding for this synth!

It’s cool to create a series of patches than play the sounds into delays/cassette decks. Good intuitive noise machine, feels inspiring to use.
astroprojecterastroprojecter
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FAQ

What kind of sounds can I create with bent.fm lite?

bent.fm lite allows you to create unique circuit-bent sounds, including glitchy textures, industrial soundscapes, and bit-crushed audio. You can experiment with modifications like fine and octave-decimated clock bends, and algorithmic sequences.

Is bent.fm lite available on all devices?

bent.fm lite is available on iPhone and iPod. The full version of bent.fm, with more features, is available for iPad.

How often is bent.fm lite updated?

The latest version of bent.fm lite is 3.8, last updated on October 24, 2016. While updates have not been frequent recently, the app is stable for its intended purpose.

What is the age rating for bent.fm lite?

bent.fm lite has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in music experimentation.

Does bent.fm lite support external audio applications?

Yes, bent.fm lite supports Audiobus and Inter-App Audio (IAA), allowing you to integrate its sounds with other music production applications on your device.

What makes bent.fm lite different from the full bent.fm app?

The primary difference is device compatibility and oscillator control. bent.fm lite is free and designed for iPhone, offering control of one oscillator. The full bent.fm app for iPad allows re-routing between both oscillators.

What is the user sentiment for bent.fm lite?

bent.fm lite has a positive user reception, with an average rating of 4.4 stars from 17 ratings, indicating users generally find it a valuable tool for experimental music.