Comparison

Celtic Sounds MIDI Module vs SWAM Flute

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

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About

Celtic Sounds MIDI Module

This app is a CoreMIDI sound module that provides authentic sounds of seven traditional Irish and Scottish instruments. It can be used with MIDI file players, other MIDI controller apps, or directly with a MIDI keyboard. Adjust transposition, volume, reverb, and MIDI pitch bend for a personalized experience.

Highlights
  • Seven traditional Irish/Scottish instruments
  • Fully transposable MIDI sound module
  • CoreMIDI and Audiobus 2/3 compatible
  • Adjustable transposition and reverb
  • Responds to MIDI velocity and pitch bend
  • Detailed MIDI note range information
Features
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Celtic Sounds is a fully transposable MIDI sound module with seven traditional Irish and Scottish musical instruments: High-D Tin Whistle Wooden Flute Uilleann Pipes Chanter, Drones, and Baritone/Tenor Regulator Pairs Anglo Concertina Button Accordion Great Highland Bagpipes Chanter and Drones Scottish Smallpipes Chanter and Drones Every note on the instruments have been individually to provide a very authentic sound. The app is a CoreMIDI Sound Module for use with CoreMIDI file players and other CoreMIDI controller apps. You may also play the sounds using a MIDI keyboard or other MIDI controller attached to the device using a MIDI interface connected to the Lightning port. The app also works as an Audiobus 2 source module and is compatible with Audiobus 3. Inter-App Audio support is provided by Audiobus. Using the controls, set your instrument, transposition, volume, reverb style, reverb level, MIDI channel, and MIDI pitch bend values. Use the "Transpose Semitones" slider to shift the entire instrument up or down up to one octave in semitone increments. This setting shifts the pitch of the sound but does not change the MIDI note numbers the app responds to. Touch the number to the right of the "Transpose Semitones" slider to reset the transposition to zero semitones. Choose your reverb style and level from four options: Room, Hall1, Hall2, or Church If you have a MIDI "stuck note" touch the "Shhh" button at the top right to stop all sounds. The app responds to both MIDI note-on velocity and pitch bend messages on the selected MIDI channel. Set the maximum pitch bend response using the "Pitch Bend Semitones". Default is two semitones. The MIDI note ranges of the instruments are: High-D Tin Whistle - D3 (62) - D5 (86) Wooden Flute - D3 (62) - D5 (86) Anglo Concertina - C2 (48) - A5 (93) Button Accordion - G2 (53) - E5 (88) Highland Pipes - A3 (68) - Bb4 (82) Smallpipes - A3 (68) - Bb4 (82) When playing the Uilleann Pipes instrument, the following special MIDI notes, starting on C1 (36) are used for the drone and regulator sounds: Single regulator notes: C1 (36) - Bass regulator G C#1 (37) - Bass regulator A D1 (38) - Bass regulator B D#1 (39) - Bass regulator C E1 (40) - Baritone regulator D F1 (41) - Baritone regulator F# F#1 (42) - Baritone regulator G G1 (43) - Baritone regulator A G#1 (44) - Tenor regulator F# A1 (45) - Tenor regulator G A#1 (46) - Tenor regulator A B1 (47) - Tenor regulator B C2 (48) - Tenor regulator C Drones: D2 (50) - Lynch Drones D#2(51) - Crowley Drones Regulator pairs: E2 (52) - D/F# Baritone/Tenor Regulator Pair F2 (53) - D/G Baritone/Tenor Regulator Pair F#2 (54) - F#/A Baritone/Tenor Regulator Pair G2 (55) - G/B Baritone/Tenor Regulator Pair G#2 (56) - G/C Baritone/Tenor Regulator Pair A2 (57) - A/C Baritone/Tenor Regulator Pair Uilleann Pipes drones key triggers (D2 and D#2) are "latching" . The drones start on the first press of the trigger key, stop on the second. The Uilleann Pipes chanter notes start at D3 (62) and go to D5 (86) When playing the Great Highland Bagpipes and Smallpipes instruments, the drones, are triggered on receipt of D#2 (51) and are latching. The drones start on the first press of the trigger key, stop on the second. When playing the bagpipes instruments, any pitch bend messages received only effect the chanter notes, not the drones or regulators. The bagpipes instruments are setup for the default WARBL GHB controller note mapping for notes and drone switch. MIDI Transpose Control for use with MIDI Chanters and other MIDI controllers: Use the "MIDI Transpose Semitones" slider to shift the incoming MIDI note messages up or down up to one octave in semitone increments. This is useful for MIDI chanters or other controllers that have a fixed message range. Touch the number to the right of the "MIDI Transpose Semitones" slider to reset the MIDI transposition to zero semitones.

About

SWAM Flute

This app offers a highly realistic and expressive virtual flute experience for musicians. It utilizes physical modeling technology to dynamically generate sound, responding to subtle playing nuances. Features include a room simulator, EQ, compressor, and extensive MIDI control options.

Highlights
  • Physical modeling sound generation
  • Room simulator 'Ambiente'
  • Standalone and AUv3 plugin support
  • MPE and MIDI controller compatibility
  • Customizable sound parameters
  • Built-in EQ and compressor effects
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SWAM Flute 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 Flute for iOS gives you unparalleled expressivity. Part of the acclaimed SWAM Solo Woodwinds, SWAM Solo Brass, 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 woodwind performance—in real time. Unlike sampled libraries, SWAM Flute doesn’t rely on pre-recorded sounds but generates authentic performances dynamically, responding to every subtlety of your playing, just like a real flute 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 Flute 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 different instrument models to explore a variety of 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 Flute 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 Flute unlocks the full range of expression. Music Producers: Need a mobile setup to produce music from anywhere without carrying around expensive gear? SWAM Flute 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 Flute, a controller capable of continuous expression (such as a breath controller, expression pedal, MPE device, or wind controller) is required. Just like a real flutist shapes their sound with breath and embouchure, SWAM Flute needs expressive input for maximum realism. With SWAM Flute for iOS, you have the freedom to create lifelike woodwind performances on your iPhone or iPad. Redefine your music with unparalleled realism and expressive depth—anytime, anywhere.

Screenshots

Celtic Sounds MIDI Module4 screens
SWAM Flute4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Celtic Sounds MIDI Module at $9.99 against SWAM Flute's $19.99. Celtic Sounds MIDI Module also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 5 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). SWAM Flute's advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 50%). On rating, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Celtic Sounds MIDI Module costs $9.99 and SWAM Flute $19.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.1 for Celtic Sounds MIDI Module against 4.0 for SWAM Flute. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 4 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Celtic Sounds MIDI Module's written reviews are positive against 67% of SWAM Flute's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Celtic Sounds MIDI Module ships an update every 5 days, SWAM Flute every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Celtic Sounds MIDI Module versus SWAM Flute: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCeltic Sounds MIDI ModuleSWAM Flute
Price$9.99 — better$19.99
Rating4.1 (9 ratings) — better4.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews66.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings9 — better4
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size173 MB103 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMichael EskinAudio Modeling

Customer experience

Celtic Sounds MIDI Module

All ratings8 ratings
Positive62.5%
Neutral25.0%
Negative12.5%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral18.8%
Negative31.3%

SWAM Flute

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

Celtic Sounds MIDI Module

No in-app purchases

None

SWAM Flute

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Celtic Sounds MIDI Module free?
Celtic Sounds MIDI Module costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is SWAM Flute free?
SWAM Flute costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Celtic Sounds MIDI Module or SWAM Flute?
Celtic Sounds MIDI Module is rated higher. Celtic Sounds MIDI Module averages 4.1 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while SWAM Flute averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.
Do Celtic Sounds MIDI Module or SWAM Flute have ads?
Neither Celtic Sounds MIDI Module nor SWAM Flute shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Celtic Sounds MIDI Module or SWAM Flute?
Celtic Sounds MIDI Module ships an update every 5 days, and SWAM Flute every 5 weeks. Most recently, Celtic Sounds MIDI Module was updated on November 2, 2026 and SWAM Flute on November 11, 2026.

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