# Factory - Modular Synthesizer — Liquid Modular Synthesizer > Modular synthesizer app for complex sound design with extensive modulation. (iPhone/iPad app by Sugar Bytes GmbH.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/factory-modular-synthesizer/id1458743434 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Sugar Bytes GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/614418826) - Category: Music, Entertainment - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.90/5 from 487 App Store ratings · 97 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 17.6 · 347 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2019-05-09 - Data updated: 2026-08-12 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/factory-modular-synthesizer/id1458743434/reviews.md ## What is Factory? Made for complex and organic sounds, Factory sports a big modulation matrix with all kinds of features to create a wildlife of sounds. A vast array of DSP is ready to play: Analog style oscillators and filters, but also different flavors of wavetable synthesis, Wavetable driven Waveguide resonators and a 3-FX-Chain in a dynamic signal flow. With the Morph crossfader, sounds can be changed drastically, but always musically. The Preset Browser with tags and rating makes finding sounds easy and fun. Don´t miss out on super sonic modular mayhem and check Factory today! Key Features: • Poly Synth with Mod-Matrix and Sequencers • 2x10 Oscillator Engines • Sub-Oscillator with Ringmodulation • Noise Generator with 5 colors • 8-voice VA-Sync, Wavetable, Waveguide & Fractal Synthesis • 8x10 Mod Matrix with 36 targets • Morph Fader, 2 States & Copy/Paste • Envelopes and LFOs • Sample & Hold Modul • 4x Sequencers for all kinds of Gates and CV's, incl. 36 motion curves, uni/bipolar. • Arpeggiator, Intonation engine, Scale Quantizer • 11 Filter models & 3x Multi-Effect with drag 'n' drop signal flow • Audio Unit v3 & Standalone • Virtual, Network, External & Bluetooth MIDI • Ableton Link • MIDI Learn & Host Automation • Preset iCloud Sync • Preset Share ## Key features - Modular synthesis with extensive modulation matrix - Multiple oscillator engines and synthesis types - Dynamic signal flow with 3-FX chain - Morph crossfader for sound transformation - Preset browser with tagging and rating - Sequencers, Arpeggiator, and Quantizer ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Factory Full Version | $24.99 | one-time | ## What do users think of Factory? Overall sentiment: positive **Pros** - 🚀 Powerful synth engine - 👍 Intuitive and easy to use interface - 🎨 Vast sound design capabilities - 💡 Innovative modulation matrix - 🎶 Inspiring and unique presets - 🔥 Excellent sound quality **Cons** - 🐛 Occasional crashes and freezes - 🔌 Compatibility issues with other apps - 🖥️ Pixelated interface on high-res displays - 🔇 Note-sticking problems **Commonly reported bugs** - Presets not loading correctly in DAW projects - CC assignment issues causing controls to freeze **Most requested features** - Ability to modulate morph slider - Option to modulate effects parameters individually - Arpeggiator with retrigger on key press - Better integration with GarageBand and other DAWs ## Recent user reviews (10 of 97) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/factory-modular-synthesizer/id1458743434/reviews.md ### 5/5 — I also slept on this for too long… *2025-12-24, version 1.1.9* I’ve been looking for a synth with a breadth of possible tones,lots of modulations, but also well designed for the iPad screen not just a porting over of a synth. The modulation matrix is a dream and the variety is endless. Grab it while it’s on sale if you can, and if you can’t just grab it anyway…. ### 1/5 — Doesn't respond to standard iOS gestures, like swiping up to swap apps. *2025-08-28, version 1.1.9* As the title says, I had to swip down to get to notifications, just to open another app. That the app doesn't follow standard iOS UI norms is ridiculous. ### 5/5 — Loading presets into Factory *2025-01-25, version 1.1.8* How do I download presets bought on Gumroad into the synth ? ### 5/5 — Great great synth app *2024-12-22, version 1.1.7* Crashes often lately Hope somebody can check it out It loses audio…<-and I have to restart it in stand alone ### 5/5 — Когда ждать скидок ?) *2024-12-05, version 1.1.7* Спасибо за шикарные ваши продукты ! Купил , спасибо 🙏🏻автору Doug и его каналу The Sound Test Room , дооценил услышал ! Очень понравились киношные звуки и очень хочется продолжения и развития этого прекрасного синтезатора в его сокровенном внутреннем изначальном предназначении ! Thanks for your big Woks ! Очень хочется новые звуки наборы ну и ждём обновления Auv3 ### 4/5 — Correct the program crash at the start *2024-11-03, version 1.1.7* iOS 18.1 does not start the program. Correct ### 1/5 — One star *2024-10-07, version 1.1.7* Why didn’t we get the autumn sale? Please, you’re Sugar Bytes! Not Aiken Maltipedia! ### 5/5 — Coolest mini-synthesizer! *2024-07-11, version 1.1.6* I used to own a Micro Moog and found it to be one of the best synthesizers out there but the factory is the coolest synthesizer ever I love all the sound effects and presets! ### 5/5 — Such almighty power💥 speakers beware! *2024-03-09, version 1.1.4* I never knew how powerful this synth was until I took the plunge and paid the £24.99, at first I thought that was a bit excessive until I realised what it is capable of. The morphing slider recorder is fantastic for operating many parameters at the same time. Money well spent I say 👍 ### 5/5 — Mr Fiddly McDoodle here. *2023-07-18, version 1.1.1* It feels dark, desperate, lush and lush. Why did you say it twice? I love Lush. ## Frequently asked questions about Factory ### What kind of sounds can I create with this app? This app is designed for creating complex and organic sounds. It offers a wide range of synthesis types including analog-style oscillators and filters, wavetable synthesis, and waveguide resonators. The extensive modulation matrix and dynamic signal flow allow for deep sound shaping and unique sonic textures. ### What are the key features of this synthesizer app? Key features include a polyphonic synthesizer with a comprehensive mod-matrix and sequencers, multiple oscillator engines, various synthesis methods (VA-Sync, Wavetable, Waveguide, Fractal), a morph fader for sound transitions, and a 3-effect chain with drag-and-drop signal flow. It also includes sequencers, an arpeggiator, and a scale quantizer. ### Is this app free to use? The app is available for free, but it offers in-app purchases. This means you can download and explore its basic functionalities without cost, with the option to unlock additional features or content through purchases. ### What platforms is this app compatible with? This app supports Audio Unit v3 and can be used as a standalone application. It also offers extensive MIDI connectivity options, including Virtual, Network, External, and Bluetooth MIDI, as well as Ableton Link. ### How does the preset browser work? The Preset Browser makes finding and managing sounds easy and fun. You can organize presets using tags and rate them, allowing for quick recall and selection of your favorite sounds. The Morph crossfader also enables smooth transitions between two sound states. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.1.12 — 2026-08-05 This update adds full support for the iPadOS windowing system. The app can now be freely resized and repositioned, making it easier to use alongside other apps in your workflow. We've also fixed several minor bugs and made small improvements to overall stability and performance. ### 1.1.11 — 2026-07-08 • Adapted to the new iOS windowing system ### 1.1.9 — 2025-05-19 • iPad mini support improved • Minor bug-fixes ### 1.1.8 — 2025-01-25 - minor improvements ### 1.1.7 — 2024-08-23 • Whiteverb effect improved Ongoing improvements and bug-fixes. ## Apps similar to Factory | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Polywave - Wavetable Synth](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/polywave-wavetable-synth/id1579538271) | 4.7 (33) | Free | Music | | [Mynth - Polyphonic Synthesizer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mynth-polyphonic-synthesizer/id1527862717) | 4.8 (44) | Free | Music | | [DRC - Polyphonic Synthesizer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drc-polyphonic-synthesizer/id973055710) | 4.7 (650) | $8.99 | Music | | [AudioKit FM Player 2: DX Synth](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiokit-fm-player-2-dx-synth/id1307785646) | 4.8 (3,265) | Free | Music | | [AudioKit Digital D1 Synth](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiokit-digital-d1-synth/id1436905540) | 4.8 (2,007) | Free | Music | | [SynthMaster 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synthmaster-2/id1566704584) | 4.8 (451) | $4.99 | Music | ## More apps by Sugar Bytes GmbH - [Turnado](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/turnado/id614418823) - [Thesys](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thesys/id655513441) - [WOW Filterbox](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wow-filterbox/id666864434) - [Effectrix](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/effectrix/id681772221) - [Egoist](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/egoist/id859084874) - [Cyclop for iPad](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cyclop-for-ipad/id976074849) All apps by Sugar Bytes GmbH: https://appshunter.io/developer/614418826 --- *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 2026-08-12.*