# SWAM Flugelhorn — Expressive modeled brass

> Realistic, expressive virtual flugelhorn with physical modeling and room simulation. (iPhone/iPad app by Audio Modeling.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swam-flugelhorn/id1470367052 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Audio Modeling](https://appshunter.io/developer/1326331126)
- Category: Music, Productivity
- Price: $19.99 (on sale, was $29.99)
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 87 MB
- Released: 2021-01-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-24
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swam-flugelhorn/id1470367052/reviews.md

## What is SWAM Flugelhorn?

SWAM Flugelhorn for iOS: Unmatched Realism and Expressive Power in Your Hands!
Whether you play with a wind controller like the EWI, a keyboard, or any other MIDI device, SWAM Flugelhorn for iOS gives you unparalleled expressivity. Part of the acclaimed SWAM Solo Brass, SWAM Solo Woodwinds, SWAM Solo Strings, and SWAM String Sections suite, it is a must-have for musicians seeking the most realistic and responsive virtual instruments available. Now featuring the revolutionary Room Simulator "Ambiente", this cutting-edge Physical Modeling technology delivers the depth and nuance of a real brass performance—in real time.

Unlike sampled libraries, SWAM Flugelhorn doesn’t rely on pre-recorded sounds but generates authentic performances dynamically, responding to every subtlety of your playing, just like a real flugelhorn player.

New Features and Key Benefits
Room Simulator "Ambiente": Take advantage of advanced spatial control with the built-in Room Simulator "Ambiente", allowing you to position the instrument in a realistic acoustic space, interact dynamically with other SWAM instruments in the same virtual room, and create truly immersive performances. Additionally, the EQ and Compressor effects are available for fine-tuning your sound.

Standalone and AUv3 Plugin: Perform in real time or integrate SWAM Flugelhorn seamlessly into your mobile production workflow.

Intuitive, Inclusive Interface: Designed for everyone, including blind and visually impaired users.

Expressive Control: Play with unmatched expressivity using MPE controllers, keyboards, breath controllers, or other MIDI devices.

Top Features at a Glance
Access a library of presets, create your own, or import presets from the desktop version.
Customize every detail of your sound, including timbre, vibrato, and dynamics.
Micro-tune the instrument with the Pitch Manager, supporting devices like MAQAM for advanced tuning systems.
Add built-in effects like EQ and Compressor.
Play with modeled mutes to explore different tonal colors and expressive possibilities.
Use AUv3 to integrate with your mobile DAW (Logic, Cubasis, AUM) or apps like Camelot PRO for live performances.

Who is SWAM Flugelhorn for iOS Designed For?
Wind Controller Players: Looking for a mobile setup to perform live without needing a computer while still achieving an incredible sound.
Keyboard Players: Frustrated by the limited expressive capabilities of normal sample-based plugins? SWAM Flugelhorn unlocks the full range of expression.
Music Producers: Need a mobile setup to produce music from anywhere without carrying around expensive gear? SWAM Flugelhorn is the solution.
Musicians Seeking Expressivity: Looking for a virtual instrument that allows you to express the full range of your musicality easily on your iPhone or iPad.

IMPORTANT
To fully harness the expressive power of SWAM Flugelhorn, a controller capable of continuous expression (such as a breath controller, expression pedal, MPE device, or wind controller) is required. Just like a real flugelhorn player shapes their sound with breath and embouchure, SWAM Flugelhorn needs expressive input for maximum realism.

With SWAM Flugelhorn for iOS, you have the freedom to create lifelike brass performances on your iPhone or iPad. Redefine your music with unparalleled realism and expressive depth—anytime, anywhere.

## Key features

- Physical modeling sound generation
- Room Simulator 'Ambiente'
- Standalone and AUv3 plugin support
- MPE and MIDI controller integration
- Built-in EQ and Compressor effects
- Modeled mutes for tonal variety

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swam-flugelhorn/id1470367052/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Fail

*2025-02-23*

Since the latest Swam updates this and several other instruments fail to load in GarageBand and LogicPro.
Can we expect updates?

### 5/5 — Game changing! Thank you AudioModeling!

*2021-05-30*

These instruments are as good as my very best and most expensive sample libraries for the desktop, (and I have the very best there is). Not only that, thanks to AudioModeling’s excellent physical modeling approach and MPE, these instruments are playable like a real instrument. Amazing. After 30 years of dealing with the limitations of sample libraries, for $20 you can buy a VI that rivals the very best that even the bespoke industry has to offer. And, oh boy, are these instruments loads of fun to play. I can’t can’t stop playing the instruments I’ve purchased so far, (Flugelhorn, Cello, Piccolo Trumpet, and others...).

The only con, and believe me, this is just a minor gripe because, fortunately I have years of experience mixing non-SITU instruments, but for consistencies sake, I’d like to see AudioModeling add processed convolution based SITU presets, with different rooms, stages, and halls to choose from. That would make these instruments unbeatable. Using convolution as a means to EQ, dampen, and stage is as realistic these days as physical modeling. VSL has proven that with their Synchron Series. Imagine a preset that placed all of the horns in SITU in a jazz hall. Instant big band! Of course technologies like MIR, Virtual Sound Stage and good old fashion mixing skills can accomplish this just fine, but having this ability out of the box would knock these instruments out of the park so far I’d have trouble justifying sample libraries in my template for anything other than “specialty” libraries such as Spitfire’s Swarm series or VSL’s Big Bang series, (which I love too).

Some of the controllers in the macOS versions are locked down in the iOS versions, which isn’t necessary, but AudioModeling didn’t lock down anything that’s a deal killer, and the price difference more that makes up for it. I’d like a path to upgrade to the full version on an iPad because I’m using an M1 iPad Pro. And I’d happily pay for it. 

Anyway, the bottom line is these instruments are pro-level like the Moog synths are. Some advice if you’re new to physical modeling VIs. Try and get a MPE based controller if possible. With a Roli or some other 3 to 5 dimensional type controller these SWAM based instruments COME TO LIFE!

But if that’s not possible, make sure you at least get 2 or 3 controllers, such as an expression pedal, a mod wheel, an iOS based controller, a wind controller, or something. For the full musical experience you’re going to want to control dynamics, vibrato amount, vibrato speed, and a handful of other expressive and realistic, and instrument specific sounds and articulations. 

Be warned. You may find yourself addicted to playing and practicing again. But that’s a good thing, right? 

It’s really that good.

## Frequently asked questions about SWAM Flugelhorn

### What is SWAM Flugelhorn?

SWAM Flugelhorn is a virtual instrument app for iOS that recreates the sound and expressivity of a real flugelhorn. It uses advanced physical modeling technology to generate sound dynamically, offering a highly realistic performance experience.

### Does SWAM Flugelhorn have ads?

No, SWAM Flugelhorn is an ad-free application. It is a paid app, meaning you purchase it once to access all its features without any advertisements.

### What devices does SWAM Flugelhorn support?

SWAM Flugelhorn is designed for iOS devices, including iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is compatible with devices running iOS and requires a controller capable of continuous expression for full functionality.

### How much does SWAM Flugelhorn cost?

SWAM Flugelhorn is available for a one-time purchase price of $29.99. This grants you full access to the app's features and realistic sound engine.

### Can I use SWAM Flugelhorn with other music apps?

Yes, SWAM Flugelhorn supports AUv3 plugin integration. This allows you to seamlessly use it within mobile DAWs like Logic, Cubasis, and AUM, or with live performance apps such as Camelot PRO.

### What makes SWAM Flugelhorn so expressive?

Its expressivity comes from its physical modeling technology, which generates sound in real-time based on your playing input. It responds to subtle nuances from controllers like breath controllers, MPE devices, or keyboards, mimicking a real flugelhorn player.

### Is SWAM Flugelhorn suitable for beginners?

Yes, SWAM Flugelhorn features an intuitive and inclusive interface designed for everyone, including visually impaired users. While it excels with expressive controllers, its core functionality is accessible to a wide range of musicians.

### How often is SWAM Flugelhorn updated?

The latest version of SWAM Flugelhorn is 3.12.1, last updated on May 14, 2026. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, the app has seen regular updates to introduce new features and improvements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.12.1 — 2026-05-14

FIX

- Fixed wrong positioning when dragging and releasing a source
- Fixed audio glitches occurring at sample rates above 48 kHz

### 3.12.0 — 2026-04-29

NEW
- Performance optimizations
- Added new rooms
- Added new parameter: Ambience Amount
- Added support for sample rates > 48 kHz
- Added TOYO INYUES T97 MIDI preset
- Added Diosynth MIDI preset

FIX
- Incorrect behavior in MIDI Inputs sidebar
- Missing scrollbar in MIDI table
- GREATEN presets: changed default MIDI mapping from CC2 to CC11

### 3.11.0 — 2025-12-16

NEW
– Added Greaten AP500 PRO MIDI template
– Added Greaten AP300 PRO MIDI template


FIX
– Fixed an issue where embedded videos failed to load
– Fixed an issue that prevented entering CC values from the keyboard when mapping parameters in DAWs
– Improved stability and resolved minor UI bugs
– Sound improvements

### 3.10.2 — 2025-10-21

Fixes and Improvements

- Added default MIDI preset for ROBKOO Clarii PRO C20
- Added default MIDI preset for Erea 2
- Excluded presets from different instrument families (parameter names vary between products)

### 3.10.1 — 2025-09-29

FIX

- Fixed position when changing Pipe Gesture
- Fixed sample rate detection on iOS 26
- Microtuning state not recalled at startup
- Fixed incorrect preset type
- Fixed "Reset Initialize" not resetting unmapped default parameters
- Cannot move unselected instances in the Ambiente room (bottom-left)
- Legacy Reverb instance does not sync when switching Ambiente on
- Fixed placeholder text colours in MIDI Input, Save Preset, and Accessibility menus
- Improved stability

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