# Streichfett

> Digital recreation of a classic analog string synthesizer for iPad. (iPhone/iPad app by Waldorf Music.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streichfett/id6746478754 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Waldorf Music](https://appshunter.io/developer/516565566)
- Category: Music
- Price: $14.99
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 19 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 8 MB
- Released: 2025-07-01
- Data updated: 2026-08-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streichfett/id6746478754/reviews.md

## What is Streichfett?

The sound engine of the legendary Waldorf Streichfett hardware is now available for iPad including AUv3 format.

The Streichfett takes you back to the days of the legendary String Machines. In the old days, there was no choice – to create a massive wall of sound, you simply needed a String Machine.

It was the time when composing contemporary music had no resemblance to doing your annual tax return on a PC. It was the golden years of rock and pop, when even keyboard players simply plugged their instrument into the amp and started playing, instead of labouring over endless preset lists in search of the perfect sound.

Now there is Streichfett – and the good old days are coming back. Experience what a real String Synthesizer sounds like. Experience how a homogeneous, extremely dense, floating web of sounds can be created from a raw, basic electronic sound in just a few simple steps.

Streichfett combines the best of the previously extinct species of String Synthesizers of the 70s and early 80s. Its dual sound engine features a fully polyphonic String Section and an eight voice Solo Section, which is essential for recreating classic movie sounds from the 70s and 80s. The Ensemble Effect provides depth and movement to the String Section, while the Effects Section adds adjustable Phaser and Reverb effects. Additionally, the Animate Effect can be used to modulate the Strings Registration, allowing spectacular sound morphs.

The Solo Section offers presets named Bass, E-Piano or Clavi, and just like with a typical String Machine, the sound has little to do with that name. Instead, these are shimmering and slightly percussive sounds that blend well with the String Section. Although the User Interface is simple and easy to comprehend, it controls a rather complex sound engine which is capable of delivering rich and creamy pads unlike any other instrument.

## Key features

- Dual sound engine (String & Solo sections)
- Polyphonic String Section
- Eight-voice Solo Section
- Ensemble Effect
- Phaser and Reverb effects
- Animate Effect for sound morphing
- AUv3 support

## Chart rankings

- #198 in Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/streichfett/id6746478754/reviews.md

### 5/5 — AWESOME

*2026-01-03*

I was deliberating about this for ages but after watching a demo by Sonic Lab I decided to give it a go for the very reasonable price. I am very glad that I did as it is awesome. Running it through Other Desert Cities and Ridgewalk I can get huge drifting pads and soundscapes that give my Wavestate a run for its money. The cold icy spaces that the Wavestate does so well work like magic when you stack it with Streichfetts pads.
The letters simple controls give just the right amount of variation and movement when you add huge delays and especially Ridgewalks wall of sound trickery. 
If you like epic pads then this is money well spent. Going to great with my NDLR too.

### 5/5 — This IS Streichfett!

*2025-09-07*

I feel like I found my lost Streichfett. If there is a difference between the synth and the plug in, my ear can’t tell. I hope Waldorf makes a Rocket plug in next.

### 5/5 — Lush nostalgia

*2025-07-18*

If you’re inspired by the albums of J.-M. Jarre, as I am, you will love this synth. It’s a shortcut to sounds I know from records and have struggled to reproduce. There’s more to it than that: despite the simple interface, this little box can cover a surprising range of sounds. But strings and pads are its strength. I’ve spent a lot of time making string patches on other synths, both hardware and software, and Streichfett does it better than anything I’ve tried. The criticism of its preset system is valid, but the sound and the interface more than make up for it. Thank you, Waldorf, for bringing this synth to iPad and iPhone.

### 5/5 — Works well

*2025-07-17*

Good string machine. Unique sound. Cute interface. Works fine in GarageBand and Loopy. You can save infinite presets. Not difficult at all to figure out.

### 4/5 — Almost perfect

*2025-07-17*

Brilliant sounding… but be aware that the preset system is a bit of a nightmare. Luckily, creating your own sounds is ridiculously easy to the point where there’s no real need to even fool around with any presets.

Really cool sounding , and I’m gonna have a lot of fun with this

### 5/5 — Simple but Great App

*2025-07-16*

This Strings app has a simple layout just like its hardware brother, but has great features allowing you to simulate retro sounds such as Jean Michel Jarre synth sounds from Oxygen and Equinox. As there are only hand full of rotary functions, I would recommend an external mid controller (sliders or rotary knobs) allowing you to use app features much easier than on-screen. Great App for ambient sounds too…Have fun messing around.

### 1/5 — Unusable in GarageBand

*2025-07-09*

I’ll update this review if the issue is fixed but as of right now this is unusable in GarageBand. Have tested several devices . Basically as soon as you hit play, any changes you have made to “registration” reset back to defaults. Works ok in standalone, but if I can’t use it properly as an AU it’s useless to me

### 2/5 — Can save only 16 presets

*2025-07-02*

I was surprised that you can only save 16 presets in this app. Very frustrating! I wish I had known this before purchasing. Also, controls like attack are very limited. I like creating patches with long attack, and you just can’t do that. Again frustrating. Expect the types of sounds this can make to be very similar. This is true for any string machine, but this is missing basic app functionality, thus the low rating.

### 5/5 — Phat

*2025-07-01*

Yesss. This was an instant buy for me and it doesn’t disappoint. I’m going to have hours of fun making space tunes LOL. Try it with some Black Hole reverb, it Lush. How about giving us a Rocket to go with it Waldorf?

## Frequently asked questions about Streichfett

### What is Streichfett?

Streichfett is a digital recreation of a legendary Waldorf String Synthesizer, now available for iPad. It aims to bring back the distinctive sounds of 70s and 80s string machines.

### What kind of sounds can Streichfett create?

Streichfett excels at creating dense, floating pads and classic string synthesizer textures. It features a polyphonic string section and an eight-voice solo section capable of rich, creamy tones.

### Does Streichfett support AUv3?

Yes, Streichfett supports the AUv3 format, allowing it to be used as an audio unit plugin within compatible iOS music production apps.

### What effects are included in Streichfett?

Streichfett includes an Ensemble Effect for depth and movement in the string section, as well as adjustable Phaser and Reverb effects. It also features an Animate Effect for dynamic sound morphing.

### What devices is Streichfett compatible with?

Streichfett is designed for iPad and iPhone, offering its vintage synth capabilities across these Apple mobile devices.

### How often is Streichfett updated?

The latest version of Streichfett is 1.0.7, and it was last updated on January 30, 2026. This indicates a relatively recent update from the developer.

### What is the price of Streichfett?

Streichfett is a paid application, available for $14.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all of its features.

### Does Streichfett have ads?

No, Streichfett does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an uninterrupted user experience.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.0.7 — 2026-01-30

Maintenance Update:
- fixed UI scaling for AUv3 on iOS 26
- added MIDI CC#7 support to control Volume

### 1.0.5 — 2025-07-14

Fixed AUv3 scaling
Fixed MIDI CC 64 controlling wrong parameter  
Fixed Saving .sfp to iCloud not working 
Fixed loading preset resets global parameter 
Fixed active preset not being selected after switching between banks

### 1.0.4 — 2025-07-01

No release notes.

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