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DR-OM

by Fluxama

44 ratings
61 reviews
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$1.99

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Released
September 4, 2012
Updated
November 1, 2017

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Fluxama
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Explore a virtual synthesizer simulating a rare, hackable 70s science lab device. This app offers playable simulations of three distinct units, each with unique sonic characteristics due to component variations. Discover its experimental sound-shaping capabilities and unique tuning drifts.

✓Virtual synthesizer simulation
✓Three distinct DR-OM unit variations
✓Mixable Low Frequency Oscillators
✓Voltage-Controlled Filter
✓Speed dial with tuning drifts and effects
✓Hackable device inspiration
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What users say about DR

Reviews of DR are mixed: the Music app is rated 4.2/5 from 44 App Store ratings. What users like most: great drone sounds, unique and interesting sounds. Top complaints: UI broken on newer iPads, display issues on iPad Pro. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🎶Great drone sounds
  • 💡Unique and interesting sounds
  • 👴Works on older devices
  • ✨Deceptively deep
  • 🎶Inspiring soundscapes
  • 👴Authentic retro feel
  • 🎧Immersive experience
  • ✨Fantastic synth engine
  • 🎶Cool sonic properties
  • 🎶Makes unique sounds
  • 🎶Great for experimenting
  • 🎶Inspires creativity
  • 🎶Good for live sets

Negative things

  • 🐛UI broken on newer iPads
  • 🐛Display issues on iPad Pro
  • 🐛Inaccessible GUI elements
  • 🐛Unusable on modern iPads
  • 🐛Not centered on screen
  • 🐛Controls off screen
  • 🐛Abandoned by developer
  • 🐛Lousy customer support
  • 🐛No developer website
  • 🐛Limited functionality
  • 🐛Sounds too similar
  • 🐛Controls not smooth
  • 🐛Effects have little impact
  • 🐛Mix slider weak
  • 🐛Oscillator noise
  • 🐛No recording function
  • 🐛No copy/paste
  • 🐛No Audiobus support (historically)
  • 🐛Broken Audiobus support (historically)
  • 🐛No inter-app audio (historically)
  • 🐛No presets (historically)
  • 🐛No background audio (historically)
  • 🐛Silent on iPad 2 (historically)
  • 🐛Filter not aggressive enough
  • 🐛MIDI-In needed (historically)
  • 🐛No MIDI control (historically)
  • 🐛No reverb option (historically)
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What's New in DR

2.1

November 1, 2017

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included. Fixed autorotation and a problem with placement of the Audiobus menu.

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Works on older devices, not iPad Pro M5

I’ve always liked the drone sounds DR-OM produces. I recently purchased a new iPad Pro M5 and transferred all of my apps over from my iPad Pro M1. Sadly, the display is broken. It still makes great sounds, but you can’t access the whole GUI on newer iPads (STILL WORKS GREAT on iPhone 16 Pro Max). =( Also… the developer website is gone.
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Works on older devices, not iPad Pro M5

I’ve always liked the drone sounds DR-OM produces. I recently purchased a new iPad Pro M5 and transferred all of my apps over from my iPad Pro M1. Sadly, the display is broken. It still makes great sounds, but you can’t access the whole GUI. =( Also… the developer website is gone.
TT.j.V.

Needs an update

Great app. However, these days I only get half the controls on my iPad screen. The rest are off to the side and inaccessible. I would be happy if this could be fixed.

Still the same. Lousy customer support. Abandonware?
Aansonort

An old favorite doesn’t work on my iPad any longer

I love DR*OM. It is no longer centered on my iPad’s screen, so it ..
 Just doesn’t work now. Sad.
Bbrysmi

Once great …

… sadly unsupported now.
Ppuppy
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

16 issues

Display broken on iPad Pro M5

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Cannot access whole GUI on newer iPads

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Half controls inaccessible on iPad screen

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App not centered on iPad screen

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Plugin only partially visible on screen

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Does not react to screen rotation

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UI skewed and unusable

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Controls do not center on screen

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Knobs off screen and unreachable

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Display skewed and unusable

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Screen orientation jumps randomly

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Display massively off center

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Buttons unusable

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Affichage buggé avec dernier ios

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Audiobus support broken since iOS8 upgrade

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Audiobus issue on opening

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Requested Features

20 requests

Update UI for newer iPads

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Fix display/GUI issues on iPad Pro

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Add presets

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Add record function

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Add copy/paste function

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Add Audiobus support

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Add inter-app audio

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Add background audio

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Add MIDI-In support

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Add MIDI control

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Add mixer for sounds

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Smoother knobs

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More aggressive filter

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No-reverb option

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Linear frequency controls

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More accurate knob behavior

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Save presets

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LFO BPM sync

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Programs and different presets

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More dry option

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FAQ

What is DR-OM?

DR-OM is a virtual synthesizer app that meticulously simulates a rare and hackable science lab function generator from the 1970s. It offers users the ability to explore and create unique sounds inspired by these vintage devices, including their characteristic sonic quirks and experimental capabilities.

What are the key features of DR-OM?

The app features playable simulations of three different DR-OM units, each with its own distinct sound profile due to component variations. It includes two mixable Low Frequency Oscillators (LFOs) and a Voltage-Controlled Filter (VCF). The Speed dial is a notable feature, capable of introducing tuning drifts, random events, and gnarly effects.

How much does DR-OM cost?

DR-OM is a paid application. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements within the app, offering a straightforward purchase for access to its full functionality.

What devices is DR-OM compatible with?

DR-OM is a universal app designed for both iPhone (4 and newer) and iPad. For iPad users, it's recommended to disable Multitasking Gestures and ensure the side switch is not set to mute to guarantee proper audio output.

What are some common use cases for DR-OM?

DR-OM is ideal for electronic music producers and sound designers looking for unique, experimental, and vintage-inspired sounds. It can be used for creating drones, ambient textures, sound effects, and for exploring the unpredictable nature of analog synthesis through its simulated component variations and finicky controls.