Comparison

mi.1e Config vs NovaDrive

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

Head to head
About

mi.1e Config

Configure a MIDI-CV adapter to output specific CV values for MIDI events. Adjust Bluetooth MIDI timestamp settings for latency or timing priority. Save and recall configurations instantly.

Highlights
  • Set CV output for MIDI events
  • Adjust Bluetooth MIDI timestamp
  • Prioritize latency or timing
  • Save and recall configurations
  • Compatible with MIDI sequencers and controllers
Features
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mi.1e config is an application dedicated to QUICCO SOUND's MIDI-CV adapter "mi.1e". You can set what type of CV value to output for MIDI events received by mi.1e. This makes it possible to use various MIDI sequencers, MIDI controller applications, etc. with mi.1e. Also, it is possible to switch the Enable / Disable of the Bluetooth MIDI time stamp, - Disable it when giving priority to latency such as MIDI controller - Enable it when importance is attached to timing such as MIDI sequencer It can be set according to the purpose. These are saved for each Config and can be instantly called by tapping the Send button.

About

NovaDrive

Features
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NovaDrive is a professional multi-mode distortion plugin featuring three legendary saturation engines and powerful SuperSitter spatial positioning. Get desktop-class processing with tube warmth, high-gain distortion, or analog saturation, plus unique forward/back spatial control that moves sounds closer or further in your mix as easy as panning left/right! A Revolution! Works amazingly in Logic Pro, GarageBand, Cubasis, and all AUv3 hosts. Three Legendary Distortion Modes: Overdrive - Classic tube-style warmth and dynamics. Soft Clip for smooth transparency or Classic Saturation for vintage character with simulated power supply sag. Excellent for blues, rock, country, and clean boost. Distortion - Aggressive, tight, and brutally powerful. Driven Tube for focused control or Modern High-Gain for multi-stage clarity. Awesome for metal, punk, hard rock, and extreme fuzz tones. Saturation - Subtle warmth to full analog character. Tube Saturation for transparent mastering warmth or Tape Saturation for compression and analog glue. Perfect for mastering, parallel processing, and vintage vibe. Intelligent Tone Shaping: Drive - Distortion intensity with mode-optimized ranges for each character Tone - Adaptive pre/post EQ that intelligently complements each mode Style - Seamlessly blend between two unique algorithms per mode for vast tonal variations Gain - Extra control of input level that works with the Drive for volume compensation Mix - Parallel processing from subtle enhancement to full saturation Output - Final gain stage (-12dB to +12dB) for precise level matching SuperSitter Spatial Technology: Our exclusive psychoacoustic SuperSitter system easily moves sounds forward or back in your mix, as intuitive as left/right panning! Forward brings sounds closer with intelligent enhancement. Back creates warm distance with spatial processing. Visual feedback shows exact position in real-time. 20 Professional Presets: Expertly crafted presets covering blues to extreme distortion. Each preset remembers settings for all three modes, giving you 60 total starting points! Plus, unlimited global user presets for saving and recalling your custom settings instantly and across multiple DAWs on your device. Advanced Sidechain Control: Route sidechain to dynamically control drive intensity or spatial positioning. Precise threshold, attack, release, and mix controls with self-signal capability (DAW dependent). Optimized for iOS/iPadOS Production: Touch-optimized interface designed for iPad and iPhone. Works seamlessly with Logic Pro, GarageBand, Cubasis, AUM, and all AUv3 hosts. Create professional tones on the go with desktop power in your hands. CPU-efficient design allows multiple instances without performance issues. Technical Excellence: - AUv3 format works with Logic Pro, GarageBand, Cubasis, AUM, and all AUv3 hosts - Lock-free real-time processing with anti-aliasing and DC blocking - Three separate processing engines with dual algorithms and intelligent gain compensation - True stereo processing with independent channel state - Full parameter automation - CPU efficient design for use on many tracks simultaneously - Professional factory presets plus unlimited global user preset storage The Nova series of plugins represents an evolution of audio plugins - combining professional desktop quality effects and utilities with intuitive spatial positioning and advanced sidechain control for your iPhone and iPad. Download NovaDrive now and hear professional studio-quality results in seconds!

Screenshots

mi.1e Config3 screens
NovaDrive3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: mi.1e Config at Free against NovaDrive's $9.99. mi.1e Config also leads on iOS requirement (9.3 vs 12.0). 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

mi.1e Config is free to download; NovaDrive costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
mi.1e Config versus NovaDrive: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parametermi.1e ConfigNovaDrive
PriceFree — better$9.99
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.3 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperQUICCO SOUND CorporationSimon Alexander

In-app purchases

None

mi.1e Config

No in-app purchases

None

NovaDrive

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is mi.1e Config free?
mi.1e Config is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NovaDrive free?
NovaDrive costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do mi.1e Config or NovaDrive have ads?
Neither mi.1e Config nor NovaDrive shows ads.

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