VisualSound - AV Modular Synth
Sound & Light Patched Together
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This app is a modular instrument that synthesizes sound and visuals using a unified patching system. Explore over 140 modules for audio, control, and graphics, and even generate custom effects with AI. It's designed for performance and integrates with your existing studio setup.
What's New in VisualSound
1.0.2
August 8, 2026
This update is all about playing VisualSound wherever you are. PLAY IT FROM YOUR DAW MIDI from the host now reaches the instrument: load VisualSound as an AUv3 in AUM, Logic or any host, patch a MIDI IN into an oscillator, and it plays. The plugin now sounds while the host transport is stopped — press a key and you hear it, like any other instrument. FITS EVERY IPAD The interface adapts to the screen instead of assuming a 13-inch iPad: on 11-inch models the toolbar reshapes itself so nothing is ever cut off. Module editors (VYPER, KINETIC, SEQ, REEL, TIMELINE, the code editors) now size themselves to your display — no more clipped panels. iPad runs in landscape, iPhone in portrait, always. SMOOTHER INSIDE HOSTS The visual engine now runs a lighter graphics budget when VisualSound is a plugin — this fixes the frozen visuals reported on non-Pro iPads in AUM.
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What is VisualSound?
VisualSound is a modular instrument that synthesizes both sound and visuals through a unified patching system. It offers over 140 modules across various domains like sound, control, and graphics, allowing users to create complex and interconnected audio-visual experiences.
Does VisualSound have ads?
No, VisualSound is ad-free and does not contain advertisements. The app is designed with user privacy in mind, ensuring that your creative process remains uninterrupted and your data is not collected.
What devices does VisualSound support?
VisualSound is available on iPad, Mac, and iPhone, offering a consistent experience across platforms. The Mac version provides additional depth with QWERTY keyboard input and plugin hosting capabilities, while the iPad offers intuitive touch control.
How much does VisualSound cost?
VisualSound is a paid application, with a one-time purchase price of $19.99. This purchase unlocks the full functionality of the app across all supported devices, with no additional in-app purchases or subscriptions required.
Can I create my own modules in VisualSound?
Yes, VisualSound allows you to write your own audio and visual processors using its per-sample DSP language, GRAIN. Additionally, an on-device AI can help generate code for effects based on plain English descriptions, making custom module creation accessible.
How often is VisualSound updated?
VisualSound was last updated on August 8, 2026, with version 1.0.2. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing development and support for the application.
Is VisualSound suitable for beginners?
VisualSound is designed with an "understanding by unscrewing" philosophy, starting with a pre-built "living patch" for users to explore. This approach, combined with AI assistance for module creation, can make it approachable for newcomers to modular synthesis and visual programming.
Can VisualSound be used in a professional studio setup?
Yes, VisualSound is built to perform and integrates well with professional studio workflows. It runs as an AUv3 instrument within DAWs, can host other AUv3 plugins, and supports MIDI in/out, background audio, and stem output.