Comparison

TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface vs Super J8 Synth + AUv3

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface

Configure and update your TASCAM iXR Audio/MIDI Interface firmware directly from your mobile device. This app allows for easy setup of monitoring, output signals, and power-saving modes without needing a PC. Ensure your interface firmware is v1.02 or later to use this application.

Highlights
  • Direct firmware updates
  • MONO/STEREO direct monitoring switch
  • Output signal selection
  • Disable unused inputs
  • Control auto-power save mode
Read full description

This app enables you to setup and update the TASCAM iXR Audio/MIDI Interface's firmware directly and without a PC. ※To use this app, the iXR firmware version requires v1.02 or later. For more details, refer to the following page. https://tascam.jp/jp/product/ixr/download Features - MONO/STEREO switch for direct monitoring. - Select output signal. - Disable unused inputs and control auto-power save mode. - Easy firmware update. * Do not unplug or turn off the iXR during firmware update

About

Super J8 Synth + AUv3

This app offers a powerful analog synthesizer emulation, inspired by a legendary vintage instrument. It provides a vast array of sounds, from lush pads to deep basses, with advanced DSP and numerous modulation options. Explore over 700 presets and use it standalone or as an AUv3 plugin.

Highlights
  • Analog emulation sound engine
  • 700+ presets
  • True poly unison
  • Oscillator sync
  • Classic step sequencer
  • Dual arpeggiators
  • AUv3 plugin support
Features
Currently charting
Read full description

SUPER J8 (Inspired by Jupiter-8*) Next Level Analog Emulation SUPER J8 delivers lush pads, deep basses, classic keys, and vibrant leads that feel truly alive. Inspired by a LEGENDARY analog synthesizer. No Vibe Coding. No Generative AI! NO SAMPLES. PURE SYNTH POWER! NEW FEATURES: Oscillator Sync, Cross-Modulation, 2x Oversampling, True Per-Voice Poly Unison, PWM, Analog Voice Modeling, Analog Panning, and Single-Note Polyphony for epic pads and drones that never stop. WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: “I studied a lot of Jupiter-8s. I know how a Jupiter-8 sounds. This is it!” – App/VST Maker “Man I’m already sold after just 1 sound… That’s definitely the Jupiter sound.” – Audio Production (YouTube) “WOW! I'm at 5 minutes in and more than Blown Away” – Jay Zen DEVICE REQUIREMENTS: iPad: 2016 iPad Pro (A9X) or newer (Does not work on iPad Air 2) iPhone: 2018 iPhone XS (A12) or newer (Works on iPhone SE 2020) INSTANT INSPIRATION Explore 700+ hand made presets, a classic step sequencer, dual arpeggiators, analog-style filters, tape delay, reverb, chorus, 3 LFOs, and real-time FX control. Your creativity will never hit a wall "FANTASTIC!" – The GarageBand Guide “I like SUPER J8’s presets BETTER than both the Arturia Jup-8 and Cherry Audio Mercury-8” – Editor, All Things VST “SUPER J8 is a fun, easy-to-use app that everyone should own” – Field Tone Audio WATCH VIDEOS TO HEAR IT IN ACTION: audiokitpro.com/superj8 FEATURES • NEW Sound Engine with advanced DSP • 700+ presets included (more to come) • Presets Sync with iPhone, iPad, and Mac version • True Poly Unison with Unison Start Sync • J8-style Cross-Mod plus frequency tracker • 64 voices! Like a Jupiter-64?! Play 8 notes with 8-voice unison • Microtonality, World and Western Scales! • Accessibility and Voice Over throughout the app to make an enjoyable experience for blind and visually impaired musicians. • 2x oversampling for more analog-style lows and highs • Awesome Oscillator Sync • PWM engine modeled after vintage hardware behavior • Per-Voice Analog Panning • Single Note Polyphony for notes & unison stacks! • FX: Glorious Reverb based on Sean Costello’s code (Valhalla* Plug-ins), Analog Tape Delay, Crush, and more. • 3 LFOs with 60+ destinations; modulate almost anything (even other LFOs) • MIDI keyboard support plus MIDI Learn • Classic ARP & Vintage-style Step Sequencer • ENV-1 Polarity & 2 ADSR envelopes, just like classic hardware • Juno* style type I & II Chorus • Dual assignable Touch pads for real-time performance control • Jupiter-inspired filter with deep growl WORKS AS A PLUG-IN Use SUPER J8 as an AUv3 instrument in Logic for iPad, GarageBand, AUM, Cubasis, and more. WORKS BY ITSELF • Built-in Record button: capture your synth and FX, then export a WAV file • Control it with a MIDI Keyboard, MIDI Learn to map your controls to the app No other apps required. LEARN MORE audiokitpro.com/superj8 * LEGAL NOTICES SUPER J8 is not affiliated with or endorsed by Roland Corporation. “Jupiter-8”, "Juno", and any other referenced trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification and reference only. SUPER J8 is not an official emulation of any specific instrument. It is an original creation inspired by classic synthesizers, created to celebrate music creation and education. SUPER J8 is not affiliated or endorsed by Valhalla Plugins. We thank Sean Costello for his amazing and generous contributions to open-source code, making this app's beautiful Reverb possible.

Screenshots

TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface2 screens
Super J8 Synth + AUv34 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Super J8 Synth + AUv3 at 96% against TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface's 25%. Super J8 Synth + AUv3 also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.6) and ratings volume (87 vs 5). TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface's advantage is price (Free vs $8.99) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface is free to download; Super J8 Synth + AUv3 costs $8.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Super J8 Synth + AUv3 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Super J8 Synth + AUv3 has 87 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface's written reviews are positive against 96% of Super J8 Synth + AUv3's.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface versus Super J8 Synth + AUv3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTASCAM Settings Panel for Audio InterfaceSuper J8 Synth + AUv3
PriceFree — better$8.99
Rating2.6 (5 ratings)4.9 (87 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews96.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings587 — better
Update frequency—Every 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
Best chart rank—#187 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS9.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTEAC CORP.AudioKit Pro

Customer experience

TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface

All ratings5 ratings
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Super J8 Synth + AUv3

All ratings87 ratings
Positive97.7%
Neutral1.1%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews56 reviews
Positive96.4%
Neutral1.8%
Negative1.8%

In-app purchases

None

TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface

No in-app purchases

None

Super J8 Synth + AUv3

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface free?
TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Super J8 Synth + AUv3 free?
Super J8 Synth + AUv3 costs $8.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface or Super J8 Synth + AUv3?
Super J8 Synth + AUv3 is rated higher. TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface averages 2.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Super J8 Synth + AUv3 averages 4.9 from 87 ratings.
Do TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface or Super J8 Synth + AUv3 have ads?
Neither TASCAM Settings Panel for Audio Interface nor Super J8 Synth + AUv3 shows ads.

Other comparisons