# iPulsaret > Real-time granular synthesis audio effects generator for iPad. (iPhone/iPad app by apeSoft.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipulsaret/id565880268 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [apeSoft](https://appshunter.io/developer/464660782) - Category: Music, Education - Price: $9.99 - Rating: 4.80/5 from 31 App Store ratings · 46 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.6 · 30 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2012-10-09 - Data updated: 2026-08-31 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipulsaret/id565880268/reviews.md ## What is iPulsaret? iPulsaret is rated as a Killer App by Apps4iDevices. iPulsaret is a new real-time software capable of all time-domain varieties of granular synthesis. A genuine granular playground able to generate a wide range of usual and not so usual effects: Grainlet, Trainlet, FM, time/pitch shifting, time/pitch jittering, intricate textures, grain fountain/pulverizer, Live Input manipulation and many more. Control and shape grains, anytime, anywhere with iPulsaret for iPad. - Full AUv3 support - 32 Polyphony Voices - Granulation Sources: Wave, Trainlet, Sample, Live and Harmonic - Grain Envelope Deformation - Grain Glisson Sweep - Grainlet Linkage - ADSR Note Envelope - Snapshots Presets Morphing Pad - Sharing common audio files via iTunes, Dropbox AudioCopy etc... - Post FX chain: Echo, Ring Modulation, Lowpass Ladder and High Shelf filters, Reverb FDN and Dynamic Compressor/Expander - Capture Master Audio Output - Keyboard Musical Scales, up to 35 + User Defined Scale - etc... ## Key features - Real-time granular synthesis - Live input manipulation - Grain control and shaping - Post FX chain (Echo, Reverb, Filters) - Snapshot presets morphing pad - AUv3 support ## Recent user reviews (10 of 46) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipulsaret/id565880268/reviews.md ### 4/5 — iDensity’s Siamese twin *2020-12-06* Amazing app by an amazing dev, marred only by its overly similar feature-set to that of iDensity. After playing with both for a few hours, it’s clear they don’t really compliment each other—which is very unfortunate, given they are both amazing apps. I find myself deep in a preset in iDensity and wishing I could get a bit more control over the manipulation of grains, while in iPulserat wishing I could automate my sample-scrubbing. There isn’t a clear, conceptual distinction between the two; and I have a hard time deciding which app to open, since I don’t necessarily know beforehand which of their slightly different features I want, and their preset formats don’t appear to be interchangeable. I would much rather pay extra for one all-encompassing “iDensity Pro” than for an additional app which is only a slight variation of the iDensity concept. Again, though, amazing apps, both of them. Keep up the good work, Mr. Ape! ### 5/5 — wow *2020-08-25* iPulsaret ist aktuell mein favorisierter Klangerzeuger auf dem iPad ... und wird in meiner nächsten Veröffentlichung definitiv eine wichtige Rolle spielen! Besten Dank an die Entwickler! ### 4/5 — A great synth but crashing a lot *2020-05-01* One of my absolute favourite iOS synths but the latest version is crashing a lot, particularly when I try to access the Grain Source. It’s crashing nearly every time I press it. ### 5/5 — Awesome *2020-03-23* This is a great app! Basically a six channel granular effect with sample players for each channel. Only (slight) complaint is that the user manual could be better. The app is stellar, beats a lot of vst stuff (ok i still don’t have Crusher X.) I’m impressed. ### 5/5 — Quelle réussite ! *2020-01-12* Si à priori, j’ai été déçu, c’est que je pensais que ce synth était juste une énième itération de synthés analogique avec une touche particulière. C’est en fait une approche très différente qui nécessite d’appréhender l ‘application de façon complètement différente. Finalement c’est très bien fait, fini, léché .... Un vrai plaisir de découverte. Par contre si vous êtes à la recherche d’un ensemble de presets jouables immédiatement, ce synth n’est pas pour vous. Mérite vraiment que l’on passe un peu de temps dessus avant d’en retirer le maximum ... et encore, les possibilités sont telles que ... Quelques plantages néanmoins à signaler. Sauvegardez souvent ! ### 4/5 — Love it, but... *2019-05-26* Downloaded today and it’s crashed 3 times! ### 5/5 — Granular Fantastics *2019-05-17, version 3.0.2* A fantastic app! Granular synthesis can be very difficult to come by via hardware. Thanks to Apesoft we have it at the touch of our fingers. I highly recommend making some space of your desk for an ipad if you desire taking the granular dive. ### 2/5 — Crashing when opened for the first time *2019-05-02* It crashed multiple times when opening after purchase. We’ll see how it works from now on? ### 5/5 — Awesome *2019-04-28* Use it daily for FX, video game scores and other rhythms. ### 5/5 — Underated granular super synth. *2019-04-20* Now AU! ## Frequently asked questions about iPulsaret ### What does iPulsaret do? iPulsaret is a real-time software application for iPad that enables granular synthesis. It allows users to generate a wide range of audio effects by manipulating granular parameters, including intricate textures and sound manipulation. ### What are the key features of iPulsaret? Key features include real-time granular synthesis, live input manipulation, extensive grain control, a post-effects chain with Echo, Reverb, and filters, AUv3 support, and a snapshot presets morphing pad for saving and morphing between sounds. ### How much does iPulsaret cost? Based on the provided information, iPulsaret is a paid application. There is no mention of in-app purchases or a subscription model, indicating a one-time purchase price. ### What devices is iPulsaret compatible with? iPulsaret is designed for iPad. It supports AUv3, which is a standard for audio plugins on iOS devices, suggesting compatibility with other AUv3-supporting DAWs and audio applications on iPad. ### What are some common use cases for iPulsaret? Common use cases include creating unique and complex audio textures, sound design for electronic music, live manipulation of audio input for experimental performances, and generating unusual sound effects for various audio projects. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.6.2 — 2025-07-22 + macOS AUv3 UI improvement + macOS AUv3 AUParameter fixed + Fixed Samples Import files + Improved stability + Updated to the latest iOS SDK + Updated dependencies + Fixed various bugs ### 3.6.1 — 2025-07-15 + Fixed Samples Import files + Improved stability + Updated to the latest iOS SDK + Updated dependencies + Fixed various bugs ### 3.6 — 2025-07-08 xxx+ Improved stability + Updated to the latest iOS SDK + Updated dependencies + Fixed various bugs ### 3.5 — 2024-07-14 Maintenance Updates Latest iOS SDK Update Fixed an issue causing the app to crash when double tap two knobs together Compatibility with Apple Silicon Macs ### 3.4.2 — 2021-10-06 + Ready for iOS 15 + iPhone UI fixed ## Apps similar to iPulsaret | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [TB Enhancer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tb-enhancer/id1484449791) | 4.6 (18) | $6.99 | Music | | [tardigrain](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tardigrain/id1344470087) | 4.5 (97) | $5.99 | Music | | [K7D - Tape Delay](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/k7d-tape-delay/id1460245991) | 4.6 (79) | $3.99 | Music | | [WaveCloud](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wavecloud/id6471663093) | 4.9 (26) | $7.99 | Music | | [BLEASS Granulizer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bleass-granulizer/id1540299083) | 4.9 (39) | $6.99 | Music | | [GSDSP Quantum Granulator](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gsdsp-quantum-granulator/id6741062705) | 5.0 (7) | $14.99 | Music | ## More apps by apeSoft - [iDensity](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idensity/id464660779) - [Stria](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stria/id625740515) - [iVCS3](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ivcs3/id665703927) - [Sparkle - Cross-Synthesis](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sparkle-cross-synthesis/id818477094) - [SOLO Nr.19](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solo-nr19/id884781236) All apps by apeSoft: https://appshunter.io/developer/464660782 ## Related topics [ipulsaret](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/ipulsaret) --- *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 2026-08-31.*