Comparison

Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit vs NERD Synth A2x + AUv3

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

Head to head
About

Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit

This music synthesizer app is designed for playing a talkbox sound, either with a mobile talkbox accessory or a traditional one. It features a 30-key chromatic keyboard, intuitive controls for vibrato, pitch bends, and modulation, and a 'Jam Stack' for improvising in various scales.

Highlights
  • 30-key chromatic keyboard
  • Vibrato, modulation, and pitch bend controls
  • Jam Stack for improvisation
  • 9 popular scales
  • Works with mobile or traditional talkboxes
  • Octave and key transpose
Features
Currently charting
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Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit is designed from the ground up for playing talkbox on the ElectroSpit ESX-1 mobile talkbox or any traditional talkbox, and comes with the perfect talkbox sound. The user interface is optimized for playing pro-quality melodies with a keyboard layout that lets you fly. 30 keys on your phone screen give you more room to express yourself. Easily add vibrato, modulation and pitch bends by dragging your fingers side to side or with the on screen pitchbend and modulation wheels to increase the funk and soul in your talkbox sound. No musical training? No problem! Just slide your finger on the Jam Stack and get funky. The intuitive Jam stack allows you to improvise in one of 9 popular scales in any key. Technical Features: -Classic Sawtooth Talkbox Sound -30 key chromatic keyboard -Octave Transpose -Key Transpose -Pitchbend Wheel -Modulation Wheel -Portamento -Glide Time -9 Popular Scales like Blues and Pentatonic -Fine Tuning -works with ESX-1 Mobile Talkbox or any traditional talkbox ### Device Compatibility Requires iOS 15.0 or later. **iPhone:** - iPhone 6s and later - iPhone SE (1st generation and later) **iPad:** - iPad Air 2 (2014) - iPad 5th generation (2017) - iPad mini 4 (2015) - iPad Pro (all models)

About

NERD Synth A2x + AUv3

This virtual analog synthesizer offers a powerful and intuitive sound design experience, inspired by classic hardware. Explore over 40 classic waveforms, a versatile arpeggiator, step sequencer, and lush effects to craft unique electronic music.

Highlights
  • Virtual Analog Synthesizer
  • 40+ Classic Waveforms
  • Arpeggiator
  • Step Sequencer
  • Lush Effects Suite
  • Four-voice Unison
  • AUv3 Plugin Support
Features
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Inspired by the classic sounds of the Nord Lead A1** This is not a Rompler. This is a SYNTH.  "I’m impressed. The sounds are FAT, the effects are LUSH, and the interface is a JOY to use."  – Audio News Room "This is not a clone, this is BEYOND the hardware, it's a completely new, fantastic beast" – Jade Starr, How to App "An excellent release...app captures the soul of the Nord Lead A1 Synthesizer"  – Synth Anatomy "An iOS-based homage to a virtual analogue classic!" – Music Radar / Keyboard Magazine Not imitation, it's Innovation! https://audiokitpro.com/redsynth With Nerd Synth, you’ll have access to all 40+ of the classic lead A1 waveforms! Plus, we gave it some RAW MODERN POWER. FULLY LOADED w/ 550+ presets by Analog Matthew, Electronisounds, DMT Cymatics, Moby Pixel, Red Sky Lullaby, and more NOTE: This is a synth, and contains no hardware preset samples. All presets are completely original. One low price includes Lifetime License and all Features Easy to use. Easy to get great tone! NERD SYNTH A2X: • 64-voice, Retro VA-Synth • Include all 40+ of the Nord A1 waveforms • Arpeggiator! Classic Hardware-style Arp, with extra features • Vintage-style Step Sequencer that can be routed to specific layers • A proper filter envelope ADSR! • NEW: 2x Oversampled Oscillators • 3 LFOs. Fun Routings. LFOs can modify other LFOs • Microtonality, World Scales and Western Scales! • TouchPads! 2 fun assignable pads, -= Create NORD-style SUPER SAWS =- ++ Four-voice Unison with the tap of a button ++ 3 different algorithms: Regular, HYPER, and BEAST! "Astoundingly great sounding and intuitive synth app!" – The GarageBand Guide Modeled sound: It's like a time-capsule. Imagine if there were iPads in 2003? Complete with that "cold" VA sound that ruled the dance floors and stages ADDITIONAL FEATURES: • FX: Glorious Reverb, Analog Tape Delay, Distortion, Flanger, Chorus, Crush, and more. • On board "Record" button, no external hardware required • Works with a MIDI Keyboard EXCLUSIVE TO THIS APP: • "SUPER FM" wild pitch drop controls! Modeled after digital VA-Synths, complete with vintage digital aliasing for old-school vibe! • Crazy aggressive RING MODULATION distortion – It's like robots talking, or fighting? You decide! COOL: • iPad version has "stacked" views for maximum onscreen control! Tap the current Nav Button at the top to change the bottom view • This is a Premium App: No iAP, No Ads, No subscriptions! Use as a plug-in in DAWs like GarageBand & Logic for iPad, Cubasis, AUM, and more! NOTE: This is not a hardware clone, it's a completely new synth. If you're looking for a ROMpler like the "Stage" series, this app may not be for you. This is a SYNTH, not a rompler. All the presets here are new and original. Giving you fresh new sounds that are completely tweak-able This is not a 1:1 clone and will not load hardware presets. Please note that this app's sound is closer to the A1, which is a different sound from the NL1/NL2X. ** This app has no affiliation or endorsement by Clavia DMI AB. This app is not a clone of any their synths, including the Nord Lead and Nord Lead A1. While we were inspired by their wonderful and iconic work, this app is not trying to copy those synths. We created something completely new. It's a synth for synth nerds :) LEGAL STUFF: All product names and images, trademarks and artists names are the property of their respective owners, which are in no way associated or affiliated with the creators of this app, including AudioKit, AudioKit Pro, LLC, and the other contributors. Any use of these names and images does not imply any cooperation or endorsement by Clavia Digital Musical Instruments. Nord Lead, Nord Lead 2X, Nord, and Nord Lead A1 are Clavia trademarks and properties. We appreciate their amazing work in creating such classic and inspiring instruments.

Screenshots

Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit3 screens
NERD Synth A2x + AUv34 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 at 89% against Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit's 42%. NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 12 months). Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $5.99) and chart position (#186 vs unranked). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model 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

Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit costs $0.99 and NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit ships an update every 12 months, NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit versus NERD Synth A2x + AUv3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTalkbox Synth by ElectroSpitNERD Synth A2x + AUv3
Price$0.99 — better$5.99
Rating—4.9 (1.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews41.7% of reviews89.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—1.4K — better
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
Best chart rank#186 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.014.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB242 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperElectroSpit Inc.AudioKit Pro

Customer experience

Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit

Written reviews12 reviews
Positive41.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative50.0%

NERD Synth A2x + AUv3

All ratings1,342 ratings
Positive99.1%
Neutral0.6%
Negative0.3%
Written reviews163 reviews
Positive89.0%
Neutral7.4%
Negative3.7%

Bugs and requests

Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

NERD Synth A2x + AUv3

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Doesn't fit properly in Logic Pro for iPad
  • Keyboard keys get stuck when using a controller

Requested features

4 requests
  • Dark mode option
  • Undo/redo functionality
  • Improved Logic Pro integration
  • Ability to change color scheme

In-app purchases

None

Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit

No in-app purchases

None

NERD Synth A2x + AUv3

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit free?
Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 free?
NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit or NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 have ads?
Neither Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit nor NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit or NERD Synth A2x + AUv3?
Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit ships an update every 12 months, and NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 fortnightly. Most recently, Talkbox Synth by ElectroSpit was updated on November 6, 2026 and NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 on November 8, 2026.

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