# miniBit - 8bit Synthesizer — Chiptune and 8bit Synth

> 8-bit/chiptune synthesizer plugin emulating retro console and computer sounds. (iPhone/iPad app by AudioThing Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minibit-8bit-synthesizer/id6464411437 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [AudioThing Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1659941236)
- Category: Music
- Price: $14.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 17 MB
- Released: 2023-09-25
- Data updated: 2026-09-06
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minibit-8bit-synthesizer/id6464411437/reviews.md

## What is miniBit?

miniBit is an 8-bit/chiptune style synthesizer plugin that emulates the sound of 80s game consoles and retro computers.
It features a main oscillator with 18 waveforms paired with a sub oscillator (a square wave pitched one octave below).

The waveforms are not bandlimited and will produce aliasing. Furthermore, using the built-in bitcrusher, you can create even more noisy and retro sounds.

miniBit also features a synced 8 Steps Stepper/Sequencer with multiple destinations.
From noisy, snare-like steps to ambient subs, miniBit has many uses beyond what one expects from a chiptune synth.

## Key features

- 8-bit/chiptune style synthesizer
- Main oscillator with 18 waveforms
- Sub oscillator (octave below)
- Built-in bitcrusher for retro sounds
- Synced 8-step sequencer
- Aliasing waveforms for authentic sound

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minibit-8bit-synthesizer/id6464411437/reviews.md

### 5/5 — iOSガレージバンドで使えるAudioUnit対応

*2025-12-24*

iOSガレージバンドでAUとして使うために購入。ガレージバンドには無料でも8bit風の音がありますが完全再現では無いのです。minibitを使えばガレージバンドで再現性の高い音を簡単に使うことができるようになります。ピッチやボリュームをアタックからシーケンス可能なのでスネアなどのサステインを再現する事も可能。iOSガレージバンドに無い機能なのでiPadでファミコン再現する場合に役に立ちました。
iOSガレージバンドで使える貴重なAU対応ファミコンサウンドとしてありがたいです。

### 5/5 — Yes

*2023-10-13*

I was unsure when I first saw it but I bought it anyway and I’m so glad I did!!! Awesome synthesizer!!!

### 5/5 — Great!

*2023-10-06, version 1.6.5*

Love the simplicity of this app - really fun and easy to use

### 4/5 — Great, Not Perfect

*2023-09-27, version 1.6.5*

Plus points: 
- Waveforms and custom waveforms.
- Ease of use
- Excellent 16 Step Sequencer that allows choice of waveform per step. (MiniBit is the only AUV3 synth to do that!)

Minus one star because:
- No variable Pulse Width Modulation.
- Not able to Pinch Zoom into the user interface.
- No choice of filter types (such as C64 SID).

## Frequently asked questions about miniBit

### What kind of sounds can I create with miniBit?

miniBit is designed to emulate the sounds of 80s game consoles and retro computers, perfect for chiptune and 8-bit music. It features a main oscillator with 18 waveforms and a sub-oscillator for rich, retro tones.

### Does miniBit have a sequencer?

Yes, miniBit includes a synced 8-step stepper/sequencer with multiple destinations. This allows for rhythmic and melodic patterns, adding dynamic elements to your retro soundscapes.

### What makes miniBit's sound authentic?

The waveforms in miniBit are not bandlimited, which intentionally produces aliasing for a more authentic retro sound. The built-in bitcrusher further enhances this by creating noisy and lo-fi textures.

### What devices is miniBit compatible with?

miniBit is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to work across these Apple mobile devices.

### How much does miniBit cost?

miniBit is a paid application, priced at $14.99. This one-time purchase grants you access to all its features.

### When was miniBit last updated?

The latest version of miniBit is 1.8, and it was last updated on February 5, 2026. The app was initially released on September 25, 2023.

### What is the age rating for miniBit?

miniBit has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app focuses on music creation tools.

### Does miniBit have ads?

No, miniBit is ad-free. As a paid application, it does not contain any advertisements, allowing for an uninterrupted creative experience.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.8 — 2026-02-05

- Added: New full Retina/HiDPI GUI
- Fixed: Rendering bug in some hosts

### 1.7 — 2024-12-17

- Added: Standalone Audio/MIDI Settings
- Added: Graphics Controls (Brightness and Contrast)
- Improved: CPU and memory usage
- Fixed: Minor graphic issues

### 1.6.6 — 2024-01-15

- Added: Zoom and Scroll
- Fixed: Custom Wave menu not working in AUv3
- Improved: Keyboard focus and graphics
- Improved: Support for Apple Pencil

### 1.6.5 — 2023-09-25

No release notes.

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