# VAPolyMk3 — Multi Synthesis Synthesizer > Polyphonic synthesizer with subtractive and FM synthesis for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. (iPhone/iPad app by Ryo Togawa.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vapolymk3/id6739957104 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Ryo Togawa](https://appshunter.io/developer/1474193056) - Category: Music - Price: $5.99 (on sale, was $14.99) - Rating: 4.50/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 16.6 · 17 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2025-01-28 - Data updated: 2026-09-06 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vapolymk3/id6739957104/reviews.md ## What is VAPolyMk3? VAPolyMk3 is a multi synthesis polyphonic synthesizer for iPhone, iPad and Mac. Inspired by the last generation of classic analog synthesizers in the late 1980’s such as Oberheim Matrix series synthesizers, It offers Subtractive Synthesis and modular FM Synthesis. It operates as a stand alone or as an AudioUnit Extension (AUv3). Stand Alone supports Ableton Link, MIDI and audio file export. Oscillator Section features 3 Oscillators and 3 Modulation Oscillators. Each Oscillator has envelope and amplifier. Oscillators can be routed for Subtractive Synthesis and FM Synthesis. Signal from Oscillators are routed to mixer, resonant low pass filter, resonant hight pass filter and amplifier. The synthesizer also features two ADSR envelopes per voice, two LFO and analog style sequencer. Built-in Effects include delay, chorus, flanger, reverb, eq and compressor. VAPolyMk3 also includes sequencer which features piano roll editor and parameter automation. Project files can be saved in iCloud Drive, so that the project can be accessed from iPhone, iPad or Mac. Main Features 3 oscillators and 3 modulation oscillators can be routed for Subtractive Synthesis and FM Synthesis. Analog Style CV Sequencer. Maximum 8 voice polyphony. it depends on performance of the device it is running. Built-in effects and sequencer. Support MIDI 2.0. Support Foot Pedal (CC#11, CC#64) and Per Note Control. Support Audio Unit Extension (AUv3) Works on iPhone, iPad and Mac. Support iCloud Drive to share project files between the platforms. Audio Export. Linear PCM format (AIFF, WAV and CAF) and compressed format (AAC) Support Ableton Link, Bluetooth MIDI, MIDI In / Out. Option to turn off anti-aliasing for devices with less CPU power. Include 271 Factory Presets. System Requirements iOS 17.0 or later This app requires a lot of CPU power. Devices with Apple Silicon or equivalent A series chip are recommended. A13 Fusion or above is highly recommended. If sound is distorted when using a device with less CPU power, turn Anti-Aliasing-Option off or reduce number of voices. AudioUnit Extension (AUv3) requires host application which support AudioUnit Extension. AudioUnit Extension is supported by Apple Logic and Apple Garage Band on iOS and macOS. For any other DAW, it depends on the application and some of them don’t support AudioUnit Extension. ## Key features - Multi-synthesis (Subtractive & FM) - 3 Oscillators + 3 Modulation Oscillators - Resonant Low/High Pass Filters - Analog Style CV Sequencer - Built-in Effects (Delay, Chorus, Reverb, etc.) - Audio Unit Extension (AUv3) Support - iCloud Project Sync ## Recent user reviews (4 of 4) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vapolymk3/id6739957104/reviews.md ### 3/5 — Notes get stuck to on position *2026-04-23* PLEASE include an easily accessible midi off/all button as random midi gets left on indefinitely no matter which other buttons are chosen. ### 1/5 — Fail! *2025-07-12* No indication is given before the purchase that the app won’t work with iOS 16.7.11. Bummer. ### 4/5 — Buggy as haell *2025-02-26* Sounds are beautiful but interface freezes more often than not ### 5/5 — Another amazing synth *2025-02-18* Love the apps keep em coming ! Amazing sounds to be had! Thanks 🙏 ## Frequently asked questions about VAPolyMk3 ### What is VAPolyMk3? VAPolyMk3 is a polyphonic synthesizer app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It offers both Subtractive Synthesis and modular FM Synthesis, inspired by classic analog synthesizers. ### What synthesis methods does VAPolyMk3 use? VAPolyMk3 supports Subtractive Synthesis and modular FM Synthesis. It features 3 oscillators and 3 modulation oscillators that can be routed for either method. ### Does VAPolyMk3 work on Mac? Yes, VAPolyMk3 is available for Mac, as well as iPhone and iPad. Project files can be saved in iCloud Drive to access them across all supported platforms. ### What are the system requirements for VAPolyMk3? VAPolyMk3 requires iOS 17.0 or later and is recommended for devices with Apple Silicon or equivalent A series chips (A13 Fusion or above) due to its high CPU power requirements. ### Can VAPolyMk3 be used as an Audio Unit Extension? Yes, VAPolyMk3 operates as a stand-alone application and also supports AudioUnit Extension (AUv3). This allows it to be used within compatible host applications like Apple Logic and GarageBand. ### What kind of effects are included in VAPolyMk3? VAPolyMk3 includes a range of built-in effects such as delay, chorus, flanger, reverb, EQ, and compressor to enhance your sound design. ### How many factory presets come with VAPolyMk3? VAPolyMk3 includes 271 factory presets, providing a wide variety of starting points for your musical creations. ### Does VAPolyMk3 have ads? No, VAPolyMk3 does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that offers an ad-free experience. ## Version history (last 3 releases) ### 1.0.2 — 2026-03-27 Version 1.0.2 contains improvements and bug fixes. - Added an ability to restore MIDI CC Map. - Fixed a problem of midi note input monitoring. - Fixed a problem that text color and background color of text input field displayed as white in some circumstances. ### 1.0.1 — 2025-01-31 What’s new in version 1.0.1 - Fixed a problem that anti aliasing option is not turned off correctly even if UI shows it is turned off. ### 1.0 — 2025-01-28 No release notes. ## Apps similar to VAPolyMk3 | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [ShapeStage Morphing AUv3 FX](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shapestage-morphing-auv3-fx/id6740706121) | 4.0 (4) | $6.99 | Music | | [PulseRipper](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pulseripper/id6740248237) | 4.1 (8) | $9.99 | Music | | [GhostChorus](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ghostchorus/id6742031462) | 5.0 (3) | $9.99 | Music | | [Type B - Vintage Exciter](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/type-b-vintage-exciter/id6673914110) | 5.0 (3) | $14.99 | Music | | [Vinyl Strip](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vinyl-strip/id6741780414) | 5.0 (2) | $14.99 | Music | | [AK476 - FET Compressor](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ak476-fet-compressor/id6738001917) | 4.4 (7) | $7.99 | Music | ## More apps by Ryo Togawa - [VADrumSM](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vadrumsm/id1474193057) - [ChannelEqualizer](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/channelequalizer/id1513527511) - [ChStrip](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chstrip/id1518510831) - [TfxEcho](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tfxecho/id1523777426) - [TfxMod](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tfxmod/id1524639578) - [TfxReverb](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tfxreverb/id1529840178) All apps by Ryo Togawa: https://appshunter.io/developer/1474193056 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-09-06.*