Mela – AUv3: Synth, FX, MIDI

Mela – AUv3: Synth, FX, MIDI

Modular Music-Making

75 ratings
41 reviews
Free
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 10, 2023
  • July 23, 2026

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Create custom synthesizers, audio effects, and MIDI processors with a modular music-making tool. Arrange modules on lanes to process signals and route them internally or with your host DAW. Explore a vast library of modules to craft unique sounds.

Modular synth and effect design
Customizable MIDI processing
AUv3 plugin compatibility
Standalone app functionality
Extensive module library
Internal and host signal routing
Modulator module integration
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What's New in Mela

7.12

July 23, 2026

Renamed Group to Lane Group already represented a lane in practice, so renaming the module to Lane greatly simplifies the core concepts. A top-level lane is now simply a Lane submodule of the root Stack. For consistency, MIDI Group was also renamed to MIDI Lane. Note that the patch migrator will not rename modules with "Group" in their title, although the module type will change to Lane. Other Changes - Added support for 16-voice polyphony. - Voice Activity: Updated the module to support 16 voices. - Collapsed lanes now remain in place, so their visual layout reflects the signal-flow order, with consecutive collapsed lanes displayed side by side. - Arpeggiator: Improved the Manual and Free modes by keeping the active note indicator visible alongside the Position slider. - Patches: Patches with a Lane as the root now open with it as a top-level Lane instead of wrapping it in another Lane. - Factory Patches: Added "Arp Improvisor" to MIDI FX and "Free Arpeggiator" to Subpatches to demonstrate Arpeggiator Free mode. - Fixed a rare crash when the Pitch Ratio module was displayed before the host started rendering audio. - Fixed a rare crash caused by hosts rendering larger audio buffers than the plug-in was configured for.

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User reviews

Great synth and layout

So it’s amazing….but after all the paid updates to come and see 25$ new module fi it just seemed like at this point if we bought all the paid packs they should be free by now. Not to sound rude but how many more paid updates u feel me. Not to sound harshness intended as I think it’s an innovative iOS synth. If I’m off base sorry I guess I got a lil sticker shock as it was more than the app even was. Ok banter is over , hails and maybe consider something for us ‘oh’ supporters. Peace
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Good Sounding Synth

Lots of features, no data collected, optional paid stuff. Love it.

Why I like it, Why I don’t

So I’ve been using it for quite some time. Sonically it’s fantastic. No Notes.
However I can see it getting very VERY expensive once you start buying all the individual modules.
I don’t mind paying for a well thought out synth, but this would get expensive to the point of madness…lol.
There should be one price. If you want to charge for major updates down the line, then buy all means do so.
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Add note sliding

When I drag my finger on the keyboard, I want to hear keys that are touched.

Great on BOTH iPad and laptop

I’m a newbie and Mela has become a core instrument in my setup across both iPad and laptop (I want the same set up on both). I didn’t want to learn the well-known laptop synths (Vital, Pigments etc) because I want something good that works as a standalone and inside hosts on both iPad and laptop. Mela does: it’s quick to navigate, sonically deep, and scales from simple, musical presets to quite complex designs without ever feeling cluttered.

I use it for ambient pads, evolving textures, and more rhythmic, sequenced material, and it responds beautifully to being driven by external MIDI tools and chord engines. CPU usage has been very reasonable on all my devices. If you’re building a cross‑device synth ecosystem and want something that rewards both thoughtful programming and playful experimentation, Mela is absolutely worth buying.
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FAQ

What is Mela?

Mela is a modular music-making tool that allows users to build custom polyphonic synthesizers, audio effects, and MIDI processors. It can be used as a standalone application or as an AUv3 plugin within a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW).

How does Mela work?

Presets in Mela are built by arranging modules on lanes. Signals flow through these lanes and are processed by the modules. You can route audio and MIDI signals internally between lanes or to and from your host DAW. Modulator modules can control any parameter on any module.

What kind of modules are available?

Mela offers a wide variety of modules categorized into MIDI processors (like arpeggiators and sequencers), synth building blocks (oscillators, filters), modulators (LFOs, envelopes), audio effects (delay, distortion, EQ), and visualizers. New modules are added regularly.

Is Mela free to use?

Mela offers a free collection of modules (Collection 0) that allows you to explore its core features. Additional module collections can be purchased through one-time in-app purchases to expand your creative possibilities.

What devices is Mela compatible with?

Mela is available as a standalone app on iOS and macOS. It also functions as an AUv3 plugin, compatible with popular DAWs such as Ableton Live, AUM, Cubasis, Drambo, and Logic Pro.