# Pads - Lush Pad Synthesizer

> Wavetable synthesizer for creating unique, non-static pad sounds with analogue unpredictability. (iPhone/iPad app by Klevgränd produkter AB.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pads-lush-pad-synthesizer/id1155545387 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Klevgränd produkter AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1118902192)
- Category: Music
- Price: $8.99
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 23 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-12-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-17
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pads-lush-pad-synthesizer/id1155545387/reviews.md

## What is Pads?

Pads is basically a wavetable synthesizer with a noise/grain generator and a high cut filter. With a carefully developed ”wobbler” that detunes the waveforms and makes small inconsistencies to several internal parameters and a nice sounding chorus, this synthesizer is able to create some really interesting and non-statical pad sounds.


Noteworthy features:

• AUv3, works with AUv3 compatible hosts like GarageBand, Cubasis, Auria, AUM etc.

• 30 handcrafted presets created by professional musicians

• Filter, Attack and volume can be modulated by velocity

• Controllable grit/grain level, sampled from a real hammond organ with a broken tone wheel

• Controllable wobble factor that adds analogue unpredictability

iPhone 6 or later is recommended.
iPad Air 1 or later is recommended.

A full documentation is available at https://klevgrand.se/products/pads

Feedback or suggestions? Drop us a mail: support(at)klevgrand.se or @klevgrand on Twitter

## Key features

- Wavetable synthesis
- Noise/grain generator
- Wobbler for analogue unpredictability
- Velocity modulation
- 30 handcrafted presets
- AUv3 compatible

## Recent user reviews (10 of 13)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pads-lush-pad-synthesizer/id1155545387/reviews.md

### 1/5 — JUNK

*2022-01-14*

Don’t waste your money.

### 3/5 — pad synth

*2020-10-01*

just bought this budel since the new update the auv3 doesnt function in garageband

### 5/5 — Lush is the word

*2019-10-09*

I've got this working in Audiobus 3, with both a Korg nanoKey Studio as a bluetooth MIDI controller and Korg Gadget's "Taipei" gadget as a MIDI sequencer.

The presets are a nice start, but the real fun is tinkering with the controls to craft your own sound. The user interface looks like a mock-up done in Paper by FiftyThree, but that makes it simple and easy to learn.

### 1/5 — Wow. That was misleading

*2019-08-18*

I bought pads because there were two other apps supposedly going to be included for 7.99. 
Please don’t steer people one way and cut their frikkin head off when you get them in an alley. “Also included in” my donkey.

### 3/5 — Hmmm...

*2017-06-01*

Not the best sounding synth. In fact, as far as I can hear, this synth only makes one sound; the presets are just slight variations of that sound. The lack of control may be a factor.

Come on Klevgränd, you can do better than this.

### 3/5 — No bad but missing things

*2017-05-17*

Sound cool, not very versatile but it has its moments. Some things there are missing for me at least, are more midi parameters that let you select what midi channel it accepts from incoming controllers and background audio. Not being able to play it in the background is a big letdown.

### 3/5 — So-so app with potential

*2017-01-14*

The good: I love the design, the presets are musically useful, and it's simple to use. AU integration with Garage Band and other AU-aware apps. The noise sourced from a broken Hammond is pretty cool. 

The bad: very limited functionality; 2 oscillators with 6 unmodifiable waveforms; no compatibility with Audiobus or Tabletop; no ability to save modified presets, AR vs ADSR, no effects beyond chorus. No MIDI assignment modification. For a pad synth, the sound seems a little thin. 

The ugly: not much is ugly here; it's a visually pleasing UI, though the waveform selector is a little too small for fingers. But I do like the overall look and feel. 

The verdict: would be a no-brainer and fairly priced at $1.99 or less. At $7.99, it's not a good value, but might fill in some niches in your app library.

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2016-12-24*

Love this AU, it brought magic to the first track I tried it on.  YMMV

### 5/5 — Old time String Synth

*2016-12-19*

I'm using this as an old time string synth with a bit of multiband compression and multiple instances in AUM. Lovely

### 4/5 — Lovely AU synth

*2016-12-18*

Arriving by stealth, Pads is as clean and stylish as all apps from this developer. It's also easy  to use, and sports a couple of clever twists enabling sounds that are often different - in a good way - to standard. The one thing it lacks is any connectivity. I would love to see Midi in and IAA added.

Nic

## Frequently asked questions about Pads

### What devices is Pads compatible with?

Pads is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod. An iPhone 6 or later, or an iPad Air 1 or later is recommended for optimal performance.

### How much does Pads cost?

Pads is a paid application and costs $8.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions required.

### Does Pads have ads?

No, Pads does not contain advertisements. It is a premium application that is ad-free.

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

Pads is designed to create unique and non-static pad sounds. It utilizes wavetable synthesis, a noise generator, and a "wobbler" to achieve analogue unpredictability and interesting textures.

### Can Pads be used with other music apps?

Yes, Pads supports AUv3, allowing it to be used with AUv3 compatible hosts such as GarageBand, Cubasis, Auria, and AUM.

### How often is Pads updated?

The latest version of Pads is 1.2.0, which was released on November 22, 2021. Updates are released periodically by the developer.

### What is the age rating for Pads?

Pads has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### Where can I find more information or support for Pads?

Full documentation for Pads is available at klevgrand.se/products/pads. For feedback or suggestions, you can email support(at)klevgrand.se or contact them on Twitter at @klevgrand.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2021-11-22

- Updated keyboard
- Midi support
- Export/import presets

### 1.1.0 — 2021-05-26

- Fresh new userinterface and graphics
- Minor bug fixes

### 1.0.3 — 2017-03-24

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

New preset system allowing users to save presets in standalone mode. If you’ve saved presets in AUv3 mode, these will be synced after the first launch in AUv3 mode.

### 1.0.2 — 2017-01-24

• Improved preset interface
• Fixes a bug when used in GarageBand on iOS 10
• Keyboard design updated

### 1.0.1 — 2016-12-20

Bugfixes:
• Playing correct pitch on all sample rates in Cubasis.
• Minor MIDI handling fix.

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