# SoundScaper — An experimental sound mini lab

> Experimental sound mini lab for creating unusual soundscapes and textures. (iPhone/iPad app by Igor Vasiliev.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundscaper/id945258583 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Igor Vasiliev](https://appshunter.io/developer/424401626)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: $9.99
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 39 App Store ratings · 79 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 35 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-02-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundscaper/id945258583/reviews.md

## What is SoundScaper?

SoundScaper is an experimental sound mini lab for creating unusual soundscapes, atmospheric textures, drones, glitches and noises based on circuit bending principles.

With this application you can easily experiment with creating new and unusual sounds from ordinary samples. For sound designers and those interested in creating ambient or experimental electronic music, with filtering and mixing of up to three oscillators, you can create excellent soundscapes, textures and drones for your music or for movie soundtrack or entertainment apps and games. With complete MIDI control this application is very comfortable and powerful instrument to use for real-time sound creation and live improvisation.

The oscillators, based on simulating schematics of actual 8 bit lofi sound playback chips, have circuit bending like controls that are ideal for making glitches, noises, crackles and granular sounds. Combined with the filtering and spatial mixing options, you can expand these sounds to deep and atmospheric textures. Finally you can add motion and continuous changes to your sounds via low frequency oscillators which can control the filter and mixer parameters. 

The "Morphing scene" option gives you ability of smooth switching between scenes, applying multifunctional filters and changing oscillators parameters during morphing process. Using these features you can add a new dimension to the existing scenes varying them in the real time.

What's inside:

- Three sample-based oscillators with control based on circuit bending principles.
- Three Low / High / Band - pass filters and two range delay for each oscillator.
- Spatial mixer / reverb with side and distance for each sound source.
- Three low frequency oscillators for automation mixer and filters.
- Possibility of generating parameters for each oscillator automatically.
- Scenes for storing all parameters of oscillators, filters and mixer.
- Morphing with smooth switching between scenes and additional effects in real-time.
- Built-in library of natural samples grouped by categories.
- Set of ready-to-use presets for oscillators.

Additional features:

- Advanced control panel for all faders and rotary knobs with large controls.
- Individual equalizer and reverb options for each sound source in the spatial mixer.
- Complete MIDI control for all faders, knobs and most other elements.
- Uploading samples through Dropbox, Web access, clipboard and from other apps.
- Different color schemes available for the user interface.
- Detailed application description (also in signle PDF on application site).
- Supports Audiobus 3 with "State Saving" and MIDI features.
- Inter-App audio compatible.

Video demo:

http://youtu.be/6rxHhtF2eSU
http://youtu.be/O29XyzeVMYs
https://youtu.be/HRXdiH-zbqU

Requirements:
 
Fourth generation of iPad and higher is recommended (especially with Inter-app audio and Audiobus).

You can find more details about SoundScaper on application site:

http://motion-soundscape.blogspot.com

## Key features

- Circuit bending inspired sound generation
- Multiple sample-based oscillators
- Low/High/Band-pass filters
- Spatial mixer with reverb
- Low frequency oscillators for automation
- Scene morphing for real-time changes
- MIDI control

## What do users think of SoundScaper?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 💡 Unique and innovative sound design
- ✨ Creates complex and evolving soundscapes
- 🎛️ Deep and detailed control
- 🧪 Great for experimentation and circuit bending
- 🎵 Inspiring and addictive
- 🚀 Powerful and versatile tool
- 🎨 Beautiful and well-designed interface
- 🧩 Fascinating sonic puzzle
- 🛠️ Comprehensive and deep functionality
- 🌟 Genius level development
- 🎧 Excellent for ambient and experimental music

**Cons**

- 🤔 Esoteric and difficult to understand initially
- 📚 Manuals can be confusing
- ⚙️ Steep learning curve
- 🚫 Lack of AUv3 support (mentioned multiple times)
- 🔌 Issues with Bluetooth audio
- 🔄 Some users report update glitches
- 📱 Not compatible with older iOS versions/devices

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when essential buttons are pressed (older review)
- Update glitchy, causing stuttering and crackling (older review)
- Cannot load sounds from the web (older review)
- Broken on iPad Air with iOS 8, essential buttons crash app (older review)

**Most requested features**

- AUv3 support
- Easier sample import
- Custom theme color panel
- Clearer button labels
- Internal sampling utility
- Video finger movements on reverb section
- Recorded automation playback in automation loops
- Sync tempo divisions for transport sync
- MIDI sync
- Use as an effect under Audiobus for real-time processing
- Ability to use Apple Files app for sample organization
- Universal iOS support (mentioned once)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 79)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soundscaper/id945258583/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Incroyable application.

*2024-05-02, version 1.9.8*

La possibilité de créer des drones aléatoirement, et de les bricoler dans tous les sens. Très impressionnante application, un must have.

### 5/5 — Simply the best

*2024-03-08, version 1.9.8*

This is my favourite sound design app of all time - Instant entrancing sonic landscapes that you can tweak to your heart's desire. I'd give it more stars if I could.

### 5/5 — Incroyable !

*2023-12-21, version 1.9.8*

Olala c’est complètement dingue cette appli, les commentaires sont anciens mais j’espère qu’elle continue d’être utilisée et qu’elle continuera de marcher sur les prochaines versions d’ipados je vais plus pouvoir m’en passer ! Elle mériterai d’être plus connue, ça peut intéresser les circuit benders mais aussi tous les experimentaleux, musique industrielle et autre. Perso je l’utilise pour des loops rythmiques, ça a des relents de throbbing gristle !
Du génie tout simplement !

### 3/5 — Where is AU3?

*2023-04-17, version 1.9.8*

Complex, strange, sometimes wonderful. But let down by the lack of AU3 support.

### 1/5 — No sale?

*2023-03-26, version 1.9.8*

Web advertised sale, no sales on App Store, scam advertising?

### 5/5 — Extremely cool and powerful once you UNDERSTAND it

*2023-02-18, version 1.9.8*

It’s esoteric in design and you will need to understand how it works. At first it’s like “does this just make wind sounds?” No, load up the various demos and learn how to use it.

I am using this to generate wild background sounds for my electronic music project. It’s like it was tailor made to do that, and in a way it’s genius. If you’re not going to learn it, don’t get it.

### 4/5 — Amazing

*2023-02-08, version 1.9.8*

Wow. So much to explore here! Thank you. This is a really comprehensive tool for experimentation. Also great MIDI implementation and really detailed control in general. An Auv3 Version would certainly be great though for stability. I hope this will be updated at some point.

### 5/5 — A wonderful puzzle

*2021-09-02, version 1.9.7*

All of Igor’s apps are wonderful puzzles. Part of the enjoyment is figuring out what they actually do. Once you understand 5% you realise that this guy is a genius. The manuals make no sense to me, the interfaces are baffling and sometimes I wonder why I bother. Then it happens. Once it happens I stop thinking about chord progressions and scales and music as we know it. 
If you want to expand your musical mind then buy his apps, lose yourself and find something you didn’t know was possible.

### 5/5 — Jewel

*2021-04-24, version 1.9.7*

It is amazing what you can do with this app. Hats down for the developers and I am sending my big THANK YOU to you all. Please make more apps.

### 5/5 — Mind Blowing!!

*2021-03-11, version 1.9.7*

The amount of things one can do with this app will twist your brain! Super powerful, super complex at times! However deep one wants to dig and explore is only limited by ones own creativity. I still haven’t master this app, but it is so much fun and twisted! I own  FieldScaper as well! This developer has put out some top notch stuff!!

## Frequently asked questions about SoundScaper

### What does SoundScaper do?

SoundScaper is an experimental sound mini lab designed for creating unusual soundscapes, atmospheric textures, drones, glitches, and noises. It utilizes circuit bending principles to generate unique sounds from ordinary samples, making it ideal for sound designers and experimental electronic music creators.

### What are the key features of SoundScaper?

Key features include three sample-based oscillators with circuit bending-like controls, multiple filters (Low/High/Band-pass) and delays per oscillator, a spatial mixer with reverb, three low frequency oscillators for automation, and a 'Morphing scene' option for smooth transitions between sound presets.

### How much does SoundScaper cost?

Based on the provided information, SoundScaper is a paid application. There is no mention of free versions, subscriptions, or in-app purchases, indicating a one-time purchase model.

### What are the system requirements for SoundScaper?

The application is recommended for fourth-generation iPads and higher, especially for users utilizing Inter-app audio and Audiobus. It is compatible with Audiobus 3 and Inter-App audio, suggesting it is designed for mobile iOS devices.

### Who would benefit from using SoundScaper?

SoundScaper is particularly beneficial for sound designers looking to create unique textures for soundtracks or games, and for musicians interested in ambient or experimental electronic music. Its real-time improvisation capabilities also make it a powerful instrument for live performances.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.8 — 2021-11-11

This update improves compatibility with new devices with different aspect ratios and compatibility with new versions of iOS. Also added support for bluetooth midi controllers, the sound engine has been slightly optimized and the description of the app has been updated.

### 1.9.7 — 2019-08-24

- Access SoundScaper files through Files app.
- When app going to background UI not reset.
- Fixed problem with exporting files from another app to SoundScaper.
- Fixed crash when use Dropbox service.

### 1.9.6 — 2019-08-16

- Fixed bug with IAA in iOS 12.4.
- Panels close when clicked outside.
- Panel Help opens on full screen.
- Audiobus SDK 3.0.7 updated.

### 1.9.5 — 2018-02-22

Version: 1.9.5:

● Bugfix: App crash in iOS 11.2.5

What's new in version 1.9:

● Added new samples.
● Added new oscillators presets.
● Added support of Audiobus 3.
● Added support of Audiobus MIDI.
● Some improvements of user interface.
● Displaying value hint when use knobs and faders.
● Faders and knobs panels closes by tap outside.
● Oscillators presets list divided by groups.
● iOS 11 optimization.
● Fixed Dropbox access.
● Fixed problem with reverb on / off option.
● Fixed problem with start on minimal output level of oscillators.
● Fixed problem with copy / paste oscillator parameters.
● Several others minor bugs have been fixed.

### 1.9 — 2018-01-24

● Added new samples.
● Added new oscillators presets.
● Added support of Audiobus 3.
● Added support of Audiobus MIDI.
● Some improvements of user interface.
● Displaying value hint when use knobs and faders.
● Faders and knobs panels closes by tap outside.
● Oscillators presets list divided by groups.
● iOS 11 optimization.
● Fixed Dropbox access.
● Fixed problem with reverb on / off option.
● Fixed problem with start on minimal output level of oscillators.
● Fixed problem with copy / paste oscillator parameters.
● Several others minor bugs have been fixed.

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