# MODALapp — Editor for Modal hardware > Music hardware editor for sound design, sequencing, and firmware updates. (iPhone/iPad app by Modal Electronics Limited.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modalapp/id1186751804 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Modal Electronics Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1186751803) - Category: Music, Music - Price: Free - Rating: 4.23/5 from 13 App Store ratings · 20 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 10.0 · 25 MB - Released: 2016-12-21 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modalapp/id1186751804/reviews.md ## What is MODALapp? MODALapp delivers an immersive programming experience for musicians, sound designers and producers. Built around a straightforward interface, MODALapp represents all sound forming and performance parameters. MODALapp also allows to update your hardware with the latest firmware version easily. MODALapp is compatible with the following MODAL hardware: CRAFTsynth CRAFTrhythm CRAFTsynth 2.0 SKULPTsynthesiser ARGON8 series COBALT8 series COBALT5S Full-featured Sound Editor • Easy Access to all Oscillators, Morphing Filters, Envelopes and LFOs to design your signature sound • Edit precisely the Effects section to add character and expressive ambiences • Use the modulation matrix to control sound parameters automatically Sequencer and Arp • Spice up your sounds with Sequence and Arp pattern, easily programmable via the dedicated App section • Add sound variates by modulating synth parameters via the four Sequencer Animation lanes Easy Sound Management • Copy and paste synth sounds and create patch orders according to your setlist • Upload new patches into your MODAL device Control the General Settings • Control all general settings of your MODAL hardware, incl. external sync sources, display settings, volume settings, and (when applicable) keyboard and external pedal settings Keep your MODAL hardware up to date • Update the latest firmware directly into your MODAL device ## Key features - Full-featured sound editor - Sequencer and Arp functionality - Easy sound management and patch ordering - Control of general hardware settings - Firmware update utility ## Recent user reviews (10 of 20) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/modalapp/id1186751804/reviews.md ### 1/5 — It’s a blank screen! *2024-02-21* Whhat happpenned? You loose it? ### 3/5 — Firmware updates broken *2023-06-03* As of this writing, firmware updates are impossible for the Cobalt and Argon series due to a 500 error not being able to access the firmware server. Very disappointing from this company to hype the v2 Cobalt 8 firmware but make it impossible for users to get it. The app works fine for other things. ### 5/5 — Aggressively Good *2022-10-03* Modal have the best app/hardware integration. Period. ### 4/5 — No import or export of presets *2022-09-19, version 2.8.4* It is great to have such an app for this synth for each of the main platforms. Unfortunately, there is no provision to import or export presets on iOS like there is on Windows. ### 1/5 — Needs updating *2022-05-17, version 2.8.0* The current version of the app on an iPhone 12 looks odd, won’t display the editor for Craft Synth 2, won’t upload samples to Craft Rhythm, and doesn’t route midi from midi controllers to any modal device, including the Skulpt and Argon8. I’m having to use a previous version on an old phone. When the app functions properly, it’s fantastic. ### 2/5 — Poor power management. *2022-04-21* App works as intended but if you don’t force close it when you are done with it continues to consume a ridiculous amount of battery power, even if it isn’t connected to a synth. ### 3/5 — Nice Could be better! *2022-01-26, version 2.7.3* I don’t really like using the app. I prefer the hands-on controls of the Argon 8X but I do use it from time to time, it’s useful to get an overview of a patch, especially seeing all the mod assignments at once. I would use it so much more if Modal added iCloud support for preset import / export. Getting a USB cable long enough to reach my Mac is a real pain. If the developers read this, PLEASE add iCloud Drive support. Your app desperately needs it. ### 1/5 — Pointless. *2021-01-14, version 2.6.0* It doesn’t work and asks me to connect the device, even though it’s connected. This app needs fixing or removing altogether. ### 5/5 — Excellent *2020-11-23* One of the best synth editors out there. Kudos to the Modal team for showing the industry how it should be done. ### 3/5 — Crying out for better preset management *2020-10-29, version 2.5.0* This is a great application - I use it on the Argon 8 - very handy to better visualise patches and especially sequencing. Have had some problems with stuck notes when previewing sounds on the built in keyboard though. Biggest problem is preset management. The are lots of great presets - but not arranged in any order. There’s no searchable tag on presets (most modern synths have this) - a ‘favourites’ tag would be fantastic. Also, text search on presets shouldn’t be difficult and would help a lot. ## Frequently asked questions about MODALapp ### What MODAL hardware is compatible with MODALapp? MODALapp is compatible with CRAFTsynth, CRAFTrhythm, CRAFTsynth 2.0, SKULPTsynthesiser, ARGON8 series, COBALT8 series, and COBALT5S. The app allows you to edit sound parameters, manage sequences, and update firmware for these devices. ### Can I create custom sounds with MODALapp? Yes, MODALapp offers a full-featured sound editor. You can easily access and edit all oscillators, morphing filters, envelopes, and LFOs to design your unique signature sound. ### Does MODALapp have sequencing capabilities? Yes, MODALapp includes a sequencer and arpeggiator. You can program patterns, add sound variations using sequencer animation lanes, and spice up your sounds. ### How does MODALapp help with sound management? MODALapp allows you to copy and paste synth sounds, create patch orders for your setlists, and upload new patches directly into your MODAL hardware device. ### Can I update my MODAL hardware's firmware using MODALapp? Yes, MODALapp provides an easy way to update your MODAL hardware with the latest firmware versions directly through the application. ### What are the general settings I can control with MODALapp? You can control all general settings of your MODAL hardware, including external sync sources, display settings, volume, and keyboard/external pedal settings where applicable. ### Is MODALapp available on multiple platforms? MODALapp is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to work with specific MODAL hardware synthesizers. ### How often is MODALapp updated? The latest version, 2.8.7, was released on June 16, 2023. This indicates regular updates to improve functionality and compatibility. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.8.7 — 2023-06-16 Improved error handling when update server unavailable. ### 2.8.5 — 2022-09-30 Support for Cobalt8 V2.0 which has 14 new FX including a new reverb algorithm, 27 new filter types, a Vintage parameter, Oscillator Free Run, 7 new arpeggiator directions and a Cutoff Scaling patch parameter for improved filter cutoff behaviour. ### 2.8.4 — 2022-09-09 Support for ARGON8 firmware update v3.0. ### 2.8.3 — 2022-06-27 A couple of bug fixes, one in the Cobalt8 panel and one in the Skulpt panel. ### 2.8.2 — 2022-05-31 Added support for a new chorus FX type in Cobalt8 firmware 1.3. ## Apps similar to MODALapp | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [A2M real-time Audio to MIDI](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a2m-real-time-audio-to-midi/id1569569145) | 3.8 (28) | Free | Music | | [SYNTHTRIBE](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/synthtribe/id1487038242) | 2.9 (23) | Free | Music | | [Flux Mini](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flux-mini/id1548927370) | 4.6 (40) | Free | Music | | [Respiro wind-synth](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/respiro-wind-synth/id1537945616) | 4.6 (18) | Free | Music | | [Tape Cassette 2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tape-cassette-2/id1507434173) | 4.7 (41) | Free | Music | | [Pianoteq 8](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pianoteq-8/id1642344241) | 4.6 (117) | Free | Music | --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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