# Famisound (Universal)

> 8-bit video game console sound simulator with extensive channel customization. (iPhone/iPad app by Gamedokan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/famisound-universal/id442061421 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Gamedokan](https://appshunter.io/developer/334613215)
- Category: Music, Games
- Price: $0.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 0 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-06-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/famisound-universal/id442061421/reviews.md

## What is Famisound (Universal)?

Famisound is a sound simulator of the 8-bit video game console. 

[Toolbar buttons] 
[Play button] - Play the sound 
[Pause button] - Stop the sound 
[Reset button] - Reset the settings to the default 

[Settings] 
[Pulse wave channel 0 and 1] 
[Enable] - (ON/OFF) 
[Loop] - (ON/OFF) 
[Duty] - (12.5%/25%/50%/75%) 
[Decay] - (ON/OFF) 
[Power] - Decay speed (if [Decay] is on) or volume of the sound (if [Decay] is off) 
[Sweep] - (ON/OFF) 
[Direction] - (Down/Up) 
[Delay] - Delay of the sweep speed 
[Detail] - Detail of the sweep 
[Length] - Length of the sound 
[Hz] - Frequency of the wave 

[Triangle wave channel] 
[Enable] - (ON/OFF) 
[Loop] - (ON/OFF) 
[Counter] - Counter of the stop the sound 
[Length] - Length of the sound 
[Hz] - Frequency of the wave 

[Noise channel] 
[Enable] - (ON/OFF) 
[Loop] - (ON/OFF) 
[Decay] - (ON/OFF) 
[Power] - Decay speed (if [Decay] is on) or volume of the sound (if [Decay] is off) 
[Type] - (Long/Short) 
[Length] - Length of the sound 
[Hz] - Frequency of the wave 

[Note] 
* DPCM channel is not supported. 
* It is neither musical instrument nor the composition tool. 
* It doesn't have the recording function. 
* When the sound was played, the delay is slightly generated. But this is due to the specification of hardware.

## Key features

- Pulse wave channel control
- Triangle wave channel control
- Noise channel control
- Adjustable frequency and length
- Customizable duty cycle and decay
- Looping sound options

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/famisound-universal/id442061421/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Doesn't work

*2013-05-20*

Black screen, waste of money

## Frequently asked questions about Famisound (Universal)

### What is Famisound?

Famisound is a sound simulator designed to replicate the audio output of 8-bit video game consoles. It allows users to manipulate individual sound channels to create authentic retro sound effects and tones.

### What sound channels does Famisound support?

Famisound supports Pulse wave channels (0 and 1), Triangle wave channels, and Noise channels. The DPCM channel is not supported.

### Can I create music with Famisound?

Famisound is not a musical instrument or composition tool. It is designed for sound simulation and generating specific audio characteristics, not for composing full musical pieces.

### Does Famisound have a recording function?

No, Famisound does not include a recording function. Its primary purpose is to simulate and allow real-time manipulation of 8-bit console sounds.

### What devices is Famisound compatible with?

Famisound is compatible with iPhones, iPads, and iPods. It is designed for iOS devices.

### How much does Famisound cost?

Famisound is a paid application, priced at $0.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all its features.

### How often is Famisound updated?

Famisound was last updated on January 17, 2024, with version 2.4. The developer, Gamedokan, has a history of releasing updates for the application.

### What is the age rating for Famisound?

Famisound has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals interested in retro game sounds.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.4 — 2024-01-17

Rebuilt with the latest SDK at the request of the App Store Team.

### 2.3 — 2020-12-12

- Rebuilt for the new iOS.

### 2.2 — 2017-11-07

Build for iOS 8.0.

### 2.1 — 2014-10-10

iOS 5.0 is supported.

### 2.0 — 2014-09-30

Optimized for iOS 8.

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