# Celtic Sounds MIDI Module vs SWAM Violin

The clearest difference is price: Celtic Sounds MIDI Module at $9.99 against SWAM Violin's $29.99. Celtic Sounds MIDI Module also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 5 weeks) and chart position (#192 vs unranked). SWAM Violin's advantage is review sentiment (75% vs 50%). On rating, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Celtic Sounds MIDI Module costs $9.99 and SWAM Violin $29.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.1 for Celtic Sounds MIDI Module against 4.1 for SWAM Violin. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 14 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 50% of Celtic Sounds MIDI Module's written reviews are positive against 75% of SWAM Violin's.

Celtic Sounds MIDI Module ships an update every 5 days, SWAM Violin every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Celtic Sounds MIDI Module | SWAM Violin |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$9.99** | $29.99 |
| Rating | [4.1 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/celtic-sounds-midi-module/id1403026032/reviews) | **[4.1 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swam-violin/id1458132239/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 9 | **14** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#192** | — |
| Size | 173 MB | 103 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Michael Eskin](https://appshunter.io/developer/342739369) | [Audio Modeling](https://appshunter.io/developer/1326331126) |

## What reviewers say

### Celtic Sounds MIDI Module

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/celtic-sounds-midi-module/id1403026032)

**Currently charting:** #192 Top Paid · Music (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### SWAM Violin

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/swam-violin/id1458132239)

This virtual instrument uses physical modeling to generate realistic string performances in real-time, responding dynamically to your playing style. It offers advanced spatial control with a room simulator and can be used standalone or as an AUv3 plugin. Designed for expressive control and inclusivity, it's suitable for various musical styles and users.

**Highlights:** Physical modeling sound generation, Real-time expressive control, Room Simulator 'Ambiente', Standalone and AUv3 plugin support, Intuitive, inclusive interface, Customizable sound and micro-tuning

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Celtic Sounds MIDI Module free?

Celtic Sounds MIDI Module costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SWAM Violin free?

SWAM Violin costs $29.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Celtic Sounds MIDI Module or SWAM Violin?

SWAM Violin is rated higher. Celtic Sounds MIDI Module averages 4.1 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while SWAM Violin averages 4.1 from 14 ratings.

### Do Celtic Sounds MIDI Module or SWAM Violin have ads?

Neither Celtic Sounds MIDI Module nor SWAM Violin shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Celtic Sounds MIDI Module or SWAM Violin?

Celtic Sounds MIDI Module ships an update every 5 days, and SWAM Violin every 5 weeks. Most recently, Celtic Sounds MIDI Module was updated on October 29, 2026 and SWAM Violin on October 29, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*