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Crystal Synth

Crystal Synth

by Green Oak Software

2 ratings
12 reviews
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 15, 2010
  • April 1, 2017

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Create lush, evolving soundscapes with this semi-modular synthesizer. Explore included sounds, generate new ones with a single touch, or dive deep into extensive editing features to sculpt unique audio. Offers subtractive and FM synthesis with abundant modulation and built-in effects.

✓Semi-modular synthesis engine
✓Subtractive and FM synthesis
✓Breed feature for sound creation
✓Extensive editing features (iPad)
✓Over 90 modifiable parameters
✓Tempo-synced envelopes and LFOs
✓Built-in chorus, flanger, echo effects
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What's New in Crystal Synth

2.1.8

April 1, 2017

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. Fix for locked screen orientation bug.

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Crystal Synth

Desktop version is free.
Long wordsLong words

Way worth it

This is a complex, powerful, yet very flexible synth. IMO one of the most underrated synths of VSTland. Here's hoping that Glen is finally reaping a reward for all those freebies given away.
CrystalAwarenessCrystalAwareness

Worth buying twice

I have found crystal synth to be an absolute essential to my process. Worth running on every device and it's really worth it spending the time on the desktop creating patches for import into crystal xt.
Obis11Obis11

Mature synth, lots of features; three voices; works great!

Musicians take note: Crystal has been a mainstay of the VST synth world for several years, and it has been regularly updated as time goes by. On the iPad it is a stand-alone synth (not a plugin) has a broad range of features: modulation matrix, six LFOs, three voices (each with its own filter and amplitude envelope). This iPad version makes good use of finger gestures, for example, on the envelope drawing pictures. It comes pre-loaded with quite a few patches. A fun feature is the "Breed" button which generates a random patch.
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SF musicianSF musician

Needs a better selection of scales

How about Blues scales? Pretty popular these days greenoak.
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Developer apps

Crystal Synth XT
Crystal Synth XT

by Green Oak Software

🎵 Music

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$4.99
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FAQ

What kind of music can I create with Crystal?

Crystal is ideal for creating lush, evolving soundscapes, rhythmic patterns, and melodic sounds. Its semi-modular synthesis engine and extensive modulation capabilities allow for a wide range of electronic music genres and experimental audio.

What are the differences between Crystal and Crystal XT?

Crystal is the basic version, allowing sound browsing, note playing, and sound creation. Crystal XT adds MIDI keyboard input, sound sharing with desktop versions and other audio apps, and background audio support for playing from MIDI controller apps.

Can I edit sounds on my iPhone with Crystal?

While Crystal runs on iPhone, the extensive editing pages are not available due to limited screen space. On iPhone, you can still browse sounds, play notes, and create new sounds using the Breed and Design features.

What synthesis methods does Crystal use?

Crystal features both subtractive synthesis and frequency modulation (FM) synthesis. This allows for a diverse palette of sound generation possibilities, from classic analog warmth to complex digital textures.

Does Crystal have built-in effects?

Yes, Crystal includes built-in effects such as chorus, flanging, comb filtering, and echoes. It also offers a band splitter for applying effects to specific frequency bands, providing further sound sculpting options.

How often is Crystal updated?

The latest version of Crystal is 2.1.8, which was last updated on April 1, 2017. While this indicates a significant gap between updates, the app has been stable and highly rated since its release.

What devices does Crystal support?

Crystal is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. It leverages the capabilities of these devices to provide a powerful synthesis experience on the go.

What is the price of Crystal?

Crystal is a paid application, available for a one-time purchase of $0.99. This price grants you access to its full feature set for creating and manipulating sounds.