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ShockWave - Synth Module

ShockWave - Synth Module

Phase Destructor Synth

185 ratings
51 reviews
🎵 Music
$19.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 4, 2019
  • May 21, 2026

Developer

Kai Aras
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This app is a monophonic synthesizer for iOS and AUv3 plugins, utilizing Phase Distortion synthesis. It offers dual PD oscillators, sequencers, LFOs, and envelopes for complex sound design. Almost any control can be modulated by multiple sources, with real-time visual feedback.

✓Phase Distortion Synthesis
✓Dual PD Oscillators
✓Dual 8-step Sequencers
✓Dual ASR Envelopes
✓Tempo-syncable LFOs
✓Extensive Modulation Matrix
✓MIDI and MPE Support
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of ShockWave. Based on 185 reviews and a 4.6/5 average, it highlights the 14 positives and 14 negatives reviewers mention most about this Music app.

Positive things

  • ✨Unique and amazing sounds
  • 🔊Heavy and brutal tones
  • 💡Innovative phase distortion synthesis
  • 🎨Beautiful and deep sound sculpting
  • 🎹Great for bass sounds
  • 🌟Inspiring presets
  • 🎛️Tweakable parameters
  • ✨Gorgeous sounds
  • 🎶Weighty sound generation
  • 🎛️Semi-modular like interface
  • 🚀Fast loading in some apps
  • 👍Developer responsiveness (mentioned by some)
  • 💎Little treasure of an app
  • 🎵Dark and atmospheric synthesizer

Negative things

  • 🐛Frequent crashes and glitches
  • ❌Not working in AUM/AUv3
  • 🔇No sound output in certain apps
  • ❓Difficult to use without a manual
  • 📉Laggy UI and slow patch loading
  • ⚠️"Bad Signal" errors
  • 🎛️Glitchy UI
  • 📉Poor performance on some devices
  • 💸Waste of money for some users
  • 🚫Unreliable for performance
  • 🔋Potential battery drainer
  • 🔊Noisy and glitchy volume
  • 🎛️Dials need more work
  • 😵Overwhelming without guidance
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What's New in ShockWave

1.1.6

May 21, 2026

- Fixed an issue where the standalone app would not start properly - Improved iPhone AUv3 UI

User reviews

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Heavy tones

My go to for harsh sounds. Play this through a 1000 watt pa and experience total brutality.
ArrianDelabahanArrianDelabahan

BADSIGNALAUv3INAUMNotWork

Developer Kai Aras, when you finish loading the Shockwave app in AUM, as auv3, it immediately shows me “BAD SIGNAL”, and it no longer generates sound, you can’t hear anything, even if I select or change any of its presets. I press where it says “BAD SIGNAL” and I get the following as a warning: “Bad Signal, some node in this channel is producing invalid signal values ​​(NaN or inf) Try to see which plugin is causing the issue and let their developer know about it.”. I have read all the reviews of this app, and they all refer to problems with the volume and other things, which you in 4 years have not deigned to repair or solve with some update. That is what we call irresponsibility.
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Bad signal

Getting intermittent bad signal prompt in AUM then fails to work and needs reloading
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Glitchty

Sounds awful, very distorted with glitchy UI. Needs an update, this one.
FamilychoiceFamilychoice

Lovely and infuriating

Gorgeous sounds but glitchy with no proper manual
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Reported Bugs

20 issues

"Bad Signal" errors in AUM, stops sound generation.

Bug

Intermittent "bad signal" prompt in AUM, requires reloading.

Bug

Sounds awful, very distorted with glitchy UI.

Bug

App crashes frequently.

Bug

No sound coming out of AUv3 in GarageBand.

Bug

More than half of the sounds do not play.

Bug

Performance remains but synth loads blank when returning to work after closing.

Bug

App stops producing sound after a few minutes of use.

Bug

Preset browser causes the app to stop producing sound.

Bug

No audio output on iPhone 6 & 7 plus, sometimes noise when changing presets, keyboard doesn't work.

Bug

Randomize button not viewable on iPhone 6.

Bug

App crashes when returning to a project.

Bug

App crashes on the loading screen on iPhone 11, but works on iPhone 7.

Bug

Hangs and freezes, won't load/work in AUM or GarageBand.

Bug

Horribly laggy, almost unusable.

Bug

Volume is noisy and glitchy.

Bug

Response on dials needs more work.

Bug

Modulation tab issues, unable to turn other knobs properly.

Bug

DAW incompatibility issues.

Bug

App crashing, won't even load.

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Requested Features

6 requests

Provide a proper manual detailing all parameters and sections with examples.

Feature

Implement a key trigger option for the sequencer to allow MIDI controller playback.

Feature

Add a poly mode.

Feature

Improve documentation and tutorials.

Feature

Standardize knob appearance and response.

Feature

Increase the number of available patches beyond 128.

Feature

FAQ

What is ShockWave?

ShockWave is a monophonic synthesizer application designed for iOS and AUv3 plugin environments. It specializes in Phase Distortion synthesis, offering a modular-style workflow for creating a wide range of sounds.

What are the key features of ShockWave?

Key features include dual Phase Distortion oscillators, dual 8-step sequencers, dual ASR envelopes, tempo-syncable LFOs, an extensive modulation matrix with real-time visual feedback, and comprehensive MIDI/MPE support.

How much does ShockWave cost?

ShockWave is a paid application. The price is a one-time purchase, and there are no in-app purchases or subscription fees associated with its use.

What devices is ShockWave compatible with?

ShockWave is compatible with iOS devices that support AUv3 plugins. This includes many modern iPhones and iPads, allowing it to be used within compatible DAWs and audio apps.

What are some common use cases for ShockWave?

Common use cases include creating unique basslines, leads, and atmospheric textures. Its modular nature and extensive modulation capabilities make it suitable for experimental sound design and complex electronic music production.