# Cantoria — AUv3 Virtual Pipe Organ

> Virtual Baroque pipe organ emulator using physical modeling and additive synthesis. (iPhone/iPad app by Genuine Soundware.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cantoria/id6468679668 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Genuine Soundware](https://appshunter.io/developer/1560880481)
- Category: Music, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 23 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11 · 23 MB
- Released: 2023-12-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cantoria/id6468679668/reviews.md

## What is Cantoria?

GSi Cantoria is a physical modeling emulation of a Baroque-style Pipe Organ.

INSTRUMENT BACKGROUND

A pipe organ is not something you see every day, there are thousands of different pipe organs that differ by the number of stops, the number of manuals, the number and the type of pipes, their size, their position, etc. Cantoria is a Baroque-style organ based on a single manual and 9 stops plus 3 couplers and the classic "tremulant" effect. This type of organ has "only" 776 pipes, which Cantoria simulates one by one. It doesn't sound "massive" like bigger organs, but is very dynamic and can vary from a soft delicate flute sound to a loud and majestic. vibrant full organ.

This synth engine works as an hybrid synthesizer, uses additive synthesis and physical modeling together, there are no samples involved. The expression pedal responds naturally and varies the amount of air that passes through the pipes.

About the name: the name we chose for this plugin "CANTORIA" is the italian name of the place, inside a Church, where the organ and the choir are located.

Main features:
- Physical Modeling engine (no samples)
- Full Polyphony (61 notes, 776 pipes)
- 9 Organ Stops
- 3 Couplers
- Tremulant Motor
- Swell Pedal
- Built-in Stereo Reverb effect
- Built-in programmer with unlimited Programs
- Embedded user's manual
- Available as Stand-alone application and audio plugin
- Very low CPU and RAM usage

Works as AUv3 plugin.

## Key features

- Physical modeling engine (no samples)
- Full polyphony (61 notes, 776 pipes)
- 9 organ stops
- 3 couplers
- Tremulant motor
- Swell pedal
- Built-in stereo reverb

## Recent user reviews (10 of 16)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cantoria/id6468679668/reviews.md

### 5/5 — I think this is a great program/app

*2026-05-17*

Here are some ideas for an update,
Adding a few more stops like trombone and possibly a bass trombone as well or tuba, timpani, saxophone, strings, bass flute, violin solo, cello solo, double bass solo, also you should add more options on reverb, echo, pitch, and possibly distortion but defaults as off. Thank you for listening have a great day.

### 5/5 — Timbre bonito e compatibilidade AUV3

*2026-04-20*

Além de oferecer uma timbragem agradável, pode ser utilizado standalone ou junto com outros timbres em aplicativos como o AUM, Camelot e DAWs diversas como Cubase, Áudio Evolution, Logic, etc.

### 1/5 — The immposble buttons

*2026-04-11*

I don’t know what button to press because I’m only 8 my little brother is 5

**Developer response:** Then your parents should be arrested for letting their little son use a smartphone...

### 4/5 — Nice but could be better

*2026-01-10*

Great sounds but the keyboard could be bigger.

**Developer response:** Yes, we should definitely charge more money on our products, you're totally right.

### 5/5 — Unbelievable Instrumental and Environmental Fidelity!

*2025-08-23*

The sound of this app absolutely blew me away. I played it through my Bose sound system and it sounded like I was right there listening to and playing the real thing! Just… WOW!

### 5/5 — Best organ

*2025-06-30*

This application is fabulous! Some of the best organ sounds I’ve ever worked with.

### 5/5 — Cool app

*2025-06-26*

I’m really enjoying this app

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2025-04-14, version 1.0.1*

This app sounds really wonderful. Thanks.

### 5/5 — A lovely realisation

*2024-06-17*

If you like Bach Chorals you will love this. Thank you devs! (Can you please now make VB3 II more affordable?)

### 5/5 — AMAZING!!

*2024-04-08*

great organ sound and great full organ, just wish there were more stops. As long as the app is free im happy

## Frequently asked questions about Cantoria

### What is Cantoria?

Cantoria is a virtual pipe organ application that uses physical modeling and additive synthesis to emulate a Baroque-style instrument. It features 9 stops, 3 couplers, and a tremulant motor, offering a dynamic sound range.

### Does Cantoria have ads?

No, Cantoria does not contain advertisements. It is a completely ad-free application, allowing for an uninterrupted musical experience.

### What devices does Cantoria support?

Cantoria is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It functions as an AUv3 plugin, making it suitable for use within compatible music production applications on these devices.

### How often is Cantoria updated?

Cantoria was last updated on December 27, 2023, with version 1.0.1. The developer, Genuine Soundware, released the initial version on December 23, 2023, indicating recent and ongoing support.

### What is the age rating for Cantoria?

Cantoria has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content restrictions.

### Can I use Cantoria offline?

As a virtual instrument application and AUv3 plugin, Cantoria does not require an internet connection to function. You can use its full capabilities offline for music creation.

### What makes Cantoria's sound unique?

Cantoria's sound is generated through a hybrid synthesizer engine combining additive synthesis and physical modeling, without using samples. This allows for a highly dynamic and natural emulation of a Baroque pipe organ's sound.

### How does the swell pedal work in Cantoria?

The swell pedal in Cantoria naturally controls the amount of air passing through the simulated pipes, allowing for expressive dynamic control over the organ's volume and intensity, similar to a real pipe organ.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2023-12-27

Fixed issues that could make it unstable in AUv3 or IAA mode.

### 1.0.0 — 2023-12-23

No release notes.

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