Cymatics Lab
Turn Sound Into Sand Patterns
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Visualize sound as intricate, shifting geometric patterns created by sand particles. Explore different modes, use your microphone or music library as a sound source, and customize the visual effects. Share your creations with a community or use it for live performances.
What's New in Cymatics Lab
1.2
April 11, 2026
- For You feed now shows all published waves from the community - Fixed presentation mode exiting when opening Control Center - Fixed remix attribution missing after backgrounding the app - Waves you like now notify the creator - Fixed CloudKit errors causing some features to fail silently - Improved content moderation on published wave names - Remix lineage preserved when bookmarking waves
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$9.99
Cymatics Lab Pro
All pro features unlocked. One-time purchase.
FAQ
What is Cymatics Lab?
Cymatics Lab is a music application that visualizes sound by simulating thousands of sand particles arranging themselves into geometric patterns on a vibrating plate. It uses accurate physics to create these dynamic visuals based on audio input.
What sound sources can I use with Cymatics Lab?
You can use your device's microphone to input sound, connect to Apple Music and Spotify, play songs from your music library, or use the built-in Frequency Engine to generate specific Hz values.
Does Cymatics Lab have ads?
No, Cymatics Lab is ad-free. The Pro version, which unlocks all features, is a one-time purchase and does not contain advertisements.
How much does Cymatics Lab Pro cost?
Cymatics Lab Pro is available for a one-time purchase of $9.99. There is no subscription required, and you get access to all features forever.
Can I try Cymatics Lab Pro before buying?
Yes, you can try Cymatics Lab Pro for free for 24 hours before making a purchase decision. This allows you to explore all the premium features.
What are the different visualization modes in Cymatics Lab?
Cymatics Lab offers five distinct visualization modes: Square (classic Chladni plate), Circle (concentric rings), Cavity (3D resonant chamber), Lissajous (orbital particle paths), and Quasicrystal (non-tiling repeating patterns).
Can I share my creations from Cymatics Lab?
Yes, you can publish your creations to the Waves community feed within the app. You can also take photos and record videos directly in the app to share externally.
Is Cymatics Lab suitable for live performances?
Yes, Cymatics Lab includes a Presentation Mode that allows you to cast the visuals to a TV or projector, making it suitable for live performances and installations.