# FabFilter Volcano 3 — Vintage filter plug-in

> Vintage filter plug-in for creative audio processing and sound design. (iPhone/iPad app by FabFilter.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fabfilter-volcano-3/id1594574554 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [FabFilter](https://appshunter.io/developer/421796789)
- Category: Music, Music
- Price: $24.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 17 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 6 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-11-18
- Data updated: 2026-07-07
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fabfilter-volcano-3/id1594574554/reviews.md

## What is FabFilter Volcano 3?

Nothing beats a vintage sounding, gritty and creamy cut-off filter. That's exactly what FabFilter Volcano has been known for since its first release in 2005. Today, Volcano 3 delivers the best in creative filtering with a completely redesigned innovative interface that is an absolute delight to work with.

The Volcano 3 app filters the microphone input and plays it back in real-time. To use Volcano 3 as a plug-in, you need an AUv3-compatible host app like Auria, AUM or Cubasis. Volcano 3 will appear in the list of Audio Unit extensions for effect plug-ins in the host app.

Key features:

- Fully redesigned, highly simplified interface, with an easy workflow and new modulation engine
- Up to four non-linear, vintage-sounding filters with low-pass, high-pass, band-pass, bell, shelf, notch and all-pass shapes
- Frequency panning to vary the filter frequency per channel
- Intuitive filter display lets you easily create and tweak filters
- Very flexible routing options to set all combinations of serial and parallel filtering
- L/R and M/S routing options for per-channel filtering
- Drive, delay, and output level/panning settings per filter
- High Quality option enabling maximum internal oversampling
- Piano display
- Endless modulation options, with all the 16-step XLFOs, XY controllers/sliders, envelope generators, envelope followers, and MIDI sources you will ever need
- Easy drag-and-drop modulation with 50-slot modulation matrix
- Live modulation visualization for targets and sources
- Curve control in EGs and transient detection in EFs
- Carefully designed and curated factory presets, plus the ability to save your own presets
- External side-chain triggering
- Optional MIDI triggering
- Undo/redo and A/B comparison

"With a stonking sound and incredible flexibility, Volcano is a must for anyone seeking a characterful all-in-one filter solution"
— Computer Music

"The combination of a powerful sound and ease-of-use makes Volcano unique."
— Future Music

## Key features

- Redesigned interface with new modulation engine
- Four non-linear vintage filters with multiple shapes
- Frequency panning for per-channel filter variation
- Flexible routing options (serial, parallel, L/R, M/S)
- Extensive modulation sources and 50-slot matrix
- Live modulation visualization
- Factory and custom presets

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fabfilter-volcano-3/id1594574554/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Poor interfcae, parts unusable

*2023-07-18, version 3.01*

Great filter plugin for desktop …but on iOS almost impossible to use fully because of the poorly adapted interface. For example…i just wasted half hour trying to select the Sustain in the Envelope. With fingers it is basically impossible.

### 5/5 — I'm too poor to buy cheap plugins

*2022-09-22, version 3.01*

Once again I tried to save some money and bought a cheaper filter - the results and midi implementation meant I had to buy the real thing.. Fabfilter are in the same class as SSL on desktop. 
I'm now a convert. Anything else is a compromise.

### 5/5 — Greatest of 2021

*2021-11-23*

Insert all the superlatives here.  It’s that good.

### 5/5 — Superb effects, and bargain in the bundle

*2021-11-20, version 3.00*

Not only do Fab Filters make absolutely superb FX (and other) plug-ins, they also reward previous customers with generous discounts, and understand the state of the global economy. Because I had already bought Timeless and Staturn, I was able to get Volcano to complete my ‘creative bundle’ for an absolute bargain price. Much appreciated.

### 5/5 — The best keeps on truckin!

*2021-11-19*

Finally, I can delete Auria as this is now an AU! As always, you’re getting professional sound in a great-looking package. Timeless 3 was crammed with a lot of new features and tiny buttons, but here the simplicity with no clutter gets them back on track (Timeless 3 is of course forgiven since it’s the best delay ever, especially taking into account these were designed with a desktop in mind).

The drive knob is an excellent new feature. If you need any further convincing, go watch Dan Worrall’s YouTube vid on Volcano 3. Wild stuff can be done, and much more easily than you might think.

### 5/5 — Worth Every Penny and Then Some!

*2021-11-19*

Just buy it.

## Frequently asked questions about FabFilter Volcano 3

### What is FabFilter Volcano 3?

FabFilter Volcano 3 is a vintage-sounding filter plug-in designed for creative audio processing. It can be used standalone to filter microphone input in real-time or as an AUv3 effect within compatible music production apps.

### What devices does FabFilter Volcano 3 support?

FabFilter Volcano 3 is currently supported on iPad devices. It requires an AUv3-compatible host app to function as a plug-in.

### How much does FabFilter Volcano 3 cost?

FabFilter Volcano 3 is a paid application, priced at $24.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscription options available for this product.

### How often is FabFilter Volcano 3 updated?

FabFilter Volcano 3 was last updated on December 20, 2023, with version 3.05. The app was initially released on November 18, 2021.

### What kind of filters are available in FabFilter Volcano 3?

FabFilter Volcano 3 features up to four non-linear, vintage-sounding filters. These filters offer various shapes including low-pass, high-pass, band-pass, bell, shelf, notch, and all-pass.

### Can I use FabFilter Volcano 3 with other music apps?

Yes, FabFilter Volcano 3 is designed to be used as an AUv3-compatible plug-in. You can integrate it into host apps like Auria, AUM, or Cubasis for advanced audio processing.

### What are the modulation options in FabFilter Volcano 3?

FabFilter Volcano 3 offers extensive modulation capabilities, including 16-step XLFOs, XY controllers, envelope generators, envelope followers, and MIDI sources. A 50-slot modulation matrix allows for easy drag-and-drop routing.

### Does FabFilter Volcano 3 have ads?

No, FabFilter Volcano 3 does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it provides an ad-free experience for users.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 3.05 — 2023-12-20

- Added Show Source Flow option, available via the Add Source '+' button menu.
- Added Auto-Collapse Sources option, available via the Add Source '+' button menu. When enabled, expanding one source interface will automatically collapse the others (the default behavior). When disabled, multiple source interfaces can be expanded at the same time.
- Added Export Preset Folder command to the preset options menu that enables you to export the entire preset folder, so you can load these presets on Mac or Windows.
- Fixed a bug that could cause possible clicks or noise when modulating filter peak values around zero.
- Fixed issue where text entry for the peak value in the parameter value display would change frequency when piano display was enabled.
- Fixed an issue in the mono version of the plug-in where filters that were removed in the interface could still remain in effect.
- Minor fixes and improvements.

### 3.01 — 2021-12-14

- Fixed a possible crash when modulating curves routed in parallel.
- Small bug fixes and improvements.

### 3.00 — 2021-11-18

No release notes.

## Apps similar to FabFilter Volcano 3

| App | Rating | Price | Category |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [MF-103S 12-Stage Phaser](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mf-103s-12-stage-phaser/id6450717283) | 5.0 (7) | $7.99 | Music |
| [MF-105S MuRF](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mf-105s-murf/id6450717545) | 4.8 (12) | $7.99 | Music |
| [Crystals Harmonizer®](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/crystals-harmonizer/id1504257443) | 4.6 (19) | $7.99 | Music |
| [MF-109S Saturator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mf-109s-saturator/id6450717719) | 4.6 (9) | $7.99 | Music |
| [TAIP - Baby Audio](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taip-baby-audio/id6446287957) | 5.0 (6) | $19.99 | Music |
| [MicroPitch](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/micropitch/id1463785645) | 4.3 (16) | $4.99 | Music |

## More apps by FabFilter

- [FabFilter Pro-Q 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fabfilter-pro-q-2/id1401182622)
- [FabFilter Pro-C 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fabfilter-pro-c-2/id1468123337)
- [FabFilter Pro-DS](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fabfilter-pro-ds/id1468273683)
- [FabFilter Pro-G](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fabfilter-pro-g/id1468277373)
- [FabFilter Pro-MB](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fabfilter-pro-mb/id1468280455)
- [FabFilter Pro-L 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fabfilter-pro-l-2/id1468295823)

All apps by FabFilter: https://appshunter.io/developer/421796789

---

*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-07.*