# GenuineSounds Vol. I — Professional Piano Sounds

> Professional sampled piano sounds with advanced sound engine and effects. (iPhone/iPad app by Genuine Soundware.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genuinesounds-vol-i/id1636493927 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Genuine Soundware](https://appshunter.io/developer/1560880481)
- Category: Music, Productivity
- Price: $25.99
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 12 MB
- Released: 2022-08-11
- Data updated: 2026-06-03
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genuinesounds-vol-i/id1636493927/reviews.md

## What is GenuineSounds Vol. I?

GSi Genuine Sounds is a collection of fine sampled instruments based on a very efficient and unique proprietary sound engine made by GSi and called WLF - Wavetable Linear Format. The WLF Engine grants the highest performance with the lowest memory usage and CPU load possible, resulting in high polyphony even on less capable devices. All sounds included in the Genuine Sounds collections are professionally sampled using proprietary software and hardware machines.

With Genuine Sounds Volume First we at GSi are glad to introduce our new technology to the world, offering some of the finest acoustic and electric piano samples we've produced so far, with the sincere hope to continue along this route and release more collections in the future, focused on several other instrument categories.

Main features:
- Powered by WLF Engine - Highly efficient DFD Streaming (Direct-from-disk)
- User selectable Streaming Buffer size
- Disk Pre-Caching option to increase disk streaming performance
- Polyphony up to 1024 stereo voices
- Internal 32 bit processing with native 32 bit sampled material
- Stereo 4-band semi-parametric equalizer
- Four effect slots
- FX1 features: Mono/Stereo Tremolo, Auto-Panner, Ring-Modulator, Wha-Wha (Pedal, LFO, Dynamic), Limiter
- FX2 features: Stereo Chorus, Stereo Phaser 4 or 6 stages, Flanger, Digital Delay, Analog Delay
- FX3 features amplifier simulations: TWIN, JCM, AC, RJC, BASS
- FX4 features digital reverb with 9 variations
- Each sample-set can have up to 8 dedicated parameters
- All parameters can be Midi-controlled with user-defined Midi Map and Midi Learn feature
- Sound Bank Manager with direct download and ability to delete unused sample-sets
- Program Manager with unlimited number of Programs and freely assignable Midi P.C. numbers
- Import/Export of single Programs and entire Banks
- Import/Export of user-defined Midi Maps
- User defined Velocity Curves
- Session Recorder: silently records everything is played in a session and can export to Midi File (new in v.1.1.0)
- Built-in Midi Monitor: logs every incoming Midi message (new in v.1.1.0)

Most piano samples don't use loops, each note reproduces the natural decay of the actual piano from which it was sampled.
Some of the samples that come with this App were also made available for hardware Crumar and GSi products, even though under a different format.

Please visit www.GenuineSoundware.com to learn more about our sampling process.
Watch official Demo play list on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gs8O_T7cITs&list=PLZtdmhO-cxTL7zM7OvJlua5ShV-2gE3UP&pp=gAQB

PLEASE NOTE: This App comes with a AUv3 extension compatible with all plugin host Apps including AUM, Cubasis, Camelot, Logic, GarageBand and others.

## Key features

- WLF Engine with DFD Streaming
- High polyphony (up to 1024 voices)
- Stereo 4-band equalizer
- Four effect slots with various FX
- MIDI control and learn feature
- Session Recorder with MIDI export
- Sound Bank and Program Manager

## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/genuinesounds-vol-i/id1636493927/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Amazing and diverse piano and keys sounds at a good price!

*2025-09-18*

The developer recently made a fix to improve the speed of downloading all their good sounds.  Very helpful!  

Overall I think this app may be the best value among its competitors… considering the sample qualities and the sheer number of instruments you get for one price.  Highly recommended!

### 5/5 — Very good piano sounds

*2025-09-13, version 1.2.2*

The best available on the market

### 4/5 — Good but… instrument download speeds are sucking the life out of creative process.

*2025-08-24*

This app had good reviews online so I decided to give it a try. Unfortunately, it is taking around 24 hours to download a single XXL instrument patch! All other functions of the Apple App Store are still downloading at lightning fast speeds. Developer, please find a way to increase download speeds of instrument patches.   I want to get started with enjoying this product, but I find myself feeling like it’s 1998 with internet dial-up speeds. Otherwise this would be 5 stars.

**Developer response:** Check the new update 1.2.2, downloads should go faster now. Show us your 5 stars ;)

### 3/5 — Can’t be exported

*2025-02-14, version 1.2.1*

Audio files are silent after exporting from DAW. Avoid buying

### 5/5 — The best piano VSTs available

*2024-12-15*

I love these pianos. Exporting from GarageBand to imovie needs some struggles. I am sure the developer will fix it. Love it. Thanks

### 2/5 — No sound in i movie

*2024-12-10*

I like this app. pianos sound great. But file from GarageBand imported to imovie is empty and silent. My ipad is the 5th generation. Can a new 2024 iPad sort it out? Please let me know

### 5/5 — A M A Z I N G ! ! !

*2023-11-04, version 1.1.0*

Took me a while to decide to pay the amount asked for this app, but after purchasing I can say that am very happy with this iOS version of the instrument 

The sound engine provides incredibly realistic pianos - and they are sampled superbly across the whole range of keys on a full size piano keyboard.  Each piano has its own set of samples, and the sound quality is immaculate (all are extremely good)

The app allows you to download as many of the pianos you’d like on your iPad - so remains flexible according to your memory capacity.  There is a good selection of pianos and EPs (see creators website for full list) - and are essentially a subset of, and exactly the same as, a number of pianos taken from their VST version

In addition, the App allows for a number of variations for each piano - expanding the horizons for its use significantly

If you are looking for an excellent piano - or indeed selection of pianos - definitely give this app a go.  It is expensive for an app - but as a primary set of piano ’sounds’… it is truly excellent!

### 4/5 — Close to the best

*2023-04-08*

I agree with one of the former posts, mostly.  This app loads wicked fast, samples load wicked fast, and is stable.  VB3M is incredible, as are several of the developers other projects.

If you don’t have add-on’s for Korg module, this one will probably keep you from them for awhile.

Main piano is really quite good.  CP70 is great.  Clavinets are more than useable, and up there with the iOS standard on Module’s IAP.  The Rhodes are fine, but not ground breaking.  Neo-Soul will give more character.

Main complaint was with the original Yamaha C5 sample set.  It’s just… too bright.  Painfully bright with harsh overtones and room resonances that you can’t get out.  The controls are limited for all pianos but the main full Steinway.  I don’t hear it in the demos, so I think it’s something to do with the sampleset that was paired down for iOS.  

BUT YOU SUPPORTED THE APP!

The newest Yamaha sample set is SIGNIFICANTLY more useable.  Sounds like a CFX!

What I’d like to see for iPad:
-The larger upright sampleset from the desktop version.  It already exists and sounds great.  The samples for the iPad… meh… like ROMPLER from 2010.  Give us better.  You already have it!
-Half-damper? Even if simulated.
-Release velocity
-Release samples
-Fix the wurly.  Real wurlies are deep sounding.  Not thin.  The AMP is what we’d use to thin it out.
-Deeper Clavinet multisamples.  Careful with how you sample, though, to keep everything in phase.  A multi sampled clav is hard to come by, even on desktop.
-Explanation for why the numbers on the edit knobs go so high?  500?  Why?

### 4/5 — Love it, with a few requests.

*2022-10-19*

This is a great app and I’m so glad this team is starting to make more iOS instruments. VB3M is hands down the best organ app and beats out even the Nord sounds in my opinion.

The only thing that this app disappointed me on was the wurli sounds. It’s too barky and can’t be used for dynamic playing. Neo Soul Keys 2 has this app beat in that department. PLEASE make an expansion or new app with a dynamic wurli 200A like Keyscape or Vreeds. iOS still needs a great wurli app.

The Clav and CP70 are joining my live rig. They are fantastic.

The upright and grands are also fantastic although I rarely use those sounds. Rhodes was top notch too, but not better than Vtines in my opinion, although probably the second best. The low end beats vtines as vtines is too barky. So a split point between apps would work great.

The effects are awesome. This is the first app with touch wah that I have found and it’s so good! I loved all the other effects too especially the amps and phaser. Another request: make a separate app so we can use these effects with our other iOS instruments, that would be killer.

I can also say the auv3 seems very reliable during my testing with AUM. I would highly recommend this app. Thanks team and can’t wait for more!

### 2/5 — Sounds Great but…

*2022-09-19*

This program is rife with errors. The program/patch change is erroneous and it errors on opening which results in needing to completely uninstall, reinstall all of the samples and try again. This sounds great but needs work. Let me know when it is updated. At this point, it is not ready for live use.

**Developer response:** A new update has just been released. Please update and retry, and if you're happy with it, please also update your review.

## Frequently asked questions about GenuineSounds Vol. I

### What is GenuineSounds Vol. I?

GenuineSounds Vol. I is a music application that provides a collection of professionally sampled acoustic and electric piano sounds. It utilizes a proprietary WLF sound engine for high performance and low resource usage.

### What devices does GenuineSounds Vol. I support?

GenuineSounds Vol. I is currently supported on iPads. It also functions as an AUv3 extension compatible with various plugin host apps like AUM, Cubasis, and Logic.

### How much does GenuineSounds Vol. I cost?

GenuineSounds Vol. I is a paid application priced at $25.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with this app.

### Does GenuineSounds Vol. I have ads?

No, GenuineSounds Vol. I does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience for users.

### What kind of effects are available in GenuineSounds Vol. I?

GenuineSounds Vol. I features four effect slots with a wide range of effects including Tremolo, Auto-Panner, Ring-Modulator, Wha-Wha, Limiter, Chorus, Phaser, Flanger, Digital Delay, Analog Delay, amplifier simulations (TWIN, JCM, AC, RJC, BASS), and digital reverb with 9 variations.

### Can I control GenuineSounds Vol. I with MIDI?

Yes, all parameters in GenuineSounds Vol. I can be MIDI-controlled. It includes a user-defined Midi Map and a Midi Learn feature for easy integration with MIDI controllers.

### How often is GenuineSounds Vol. I updated?

The latest version of GenuineSounds Vol. I is 1.2.2, released on 2025-09-12. Updates typically include new features and improvements, ensuring the app remains reliable and up-to-date.

### What is the age rating for GenuineSounds Vol. I?

GenuineSounds Vol. I has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.2 — 2025-09-12

- Download of sample sets now uses faster servers (automatically selected based on device's Locale settings)
- Download now supports pause and resume
- Added "Download All" button
- Added "Append Bank" function
- Fixed issue with silence output when freezing or rendering audio in some DAWs
- Improved support for screen readers

### 1.2.1 — 2025-02-05

February 2025 - Version 1.2.1
- Fixed bug that could cause unwanted distortion in some cases

### 1.2.0 — 2025-01-23

January 2025 - Version 1.2.0
- iPad version can now download the whole sound library including XXL format sounds (go to Settings -> Sound Bank Manager)

- Added multi-page search in Help page and Manual Export function in HTML format
- Velocity Curve editor now shows animated value bars
- Programs can now be swapped using drag and drop gestures
- Added buttons "Auto PC" and "All Off" in Files page to set all P.C. numbers at once
- Some minor bug fixes and several optimizations
- Updated user's manual

### 1.1.0 — 2023-08-11

New in v.1.1.0:
- Session Recorder: silently records in the background everything you play - save to standard Midi File if you like your performance
- Built-in Midi Monitor: see what Midi messages are being generated by your hardware controller
- Added readout bubbles for parameters with specific values
- Expanded the drag range of all sliders and potentiometers for more precision
- Long press on all sliders and potentiometers to enter a value from keyboard
- Fixed download progress bar not showing in some cases
- Fixed file import/export not working outside the app's home directory
- Standalone App remembers last state
- Updated user's manual

### 1.0.5 — 2023-03-28

Version 1.0.5 - March 2023
- Fixed UI proportion in stand-alone App on iPad Pro
- Fixed a few errors in the user's manual 
- Added 'Back' button and 'search in this page' function for the manual pages
- Minor bug fixes and optimizations

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