Synthcussion2022 vs TriplexClassic
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Synthcussion2022
This digital instrument emulates a classic analog drum module with two voices of polyphony. It offers six synthesis modes, a step sequencer with boomerang functionality, and MIDI control for automation and external syncing. Presets can be saved and loaded for quick recall of settings.
- 2 voices of polyphony
- 6 synthesis modes
- Step sequencer with boomerang mode
- External MIDI clock sync
- MIDI Control Change automation
- Preset saving and loading
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Inspired by a legendary 2 voices drum module of the late seventies, our digital instrument was designed to maintain the playability and the fun factor of the analog device. It features 6 synthesis modes, selectable with the big rotary knob and 2 voices of polyphony. It features a step sequencer for every row, syncable to external MIDI clock just pressing a toggle. The sequencer also features a boomerang mode that plays a forward-backward loop. All the (self-explanatory) parameters are suitable for full automation sending Control Change MIDI messages. There is a button to display the list of (fixed) CC messages. The Synthcussion can be played with A MIDI keyboard or sequencer and the channel for each row is easily changeable. Presets (including sequencer settings can be stored and loaded)
TriplexClassic
This application offers a classic FM synthesizer experience with a modern interface. It allows for a wide range of sounds, from clean to distorted, with six specialized macro controls for easy sound shaping. An LFO and drive control further enhance its sound design capabilities.
- 3 operator FM synth engine
- Up to 8 voices
- 6 specialized macro controls
- LFO with shape control
- Drive control
- Modern, accessible interface
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Classic FM sounds with a modern twist! TriplexClassic takes inspiration from famous digital synthesizers of the 80s and puts them in an easy-to-use, accessible interface. The synth engine was developed from the ground up to facilitate sounds ranging from pristine modern FM sounds to crunchy bit-crushed mayhem - with everything in between. It is equipped with 6 highly specialized macro controls that makes it easy to set up without any tedious programming. Features: - 3 operator FM synth engine with up to 8 voices - Macro controls over FM amount, harmonicity, phase and bit resolution (labeled "redux"), attack, combined decay/release and sustain - LFO with shape control (sine, triangle, ramp up, ramp down, square, random) and user-definable destination - Drive control KNOWN ISSUES: As of right now the standalone app does not support incoming Midi. Please use TriplexClassic hosted as an AUv3 plugin.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: TriplexClassic at 100% against Synthcussion2022's 50%. TriplexClassic also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.0). Synthcussion2022's advantage is iOS requirement (9.3 vs 14). On price, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
TriplexClassic holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 15 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Synthcussion2022's written reviews are positive against 100% of TriplexClassic's.
| Parameter | Synthcussion2022 | TriplexClassic |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (9 ratings) | 5.0 (15 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 9 | 15 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 9.3 — better | 14 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 9 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Domenico Cipriani | Christopher Herb |
Customer experience
Synthcussion2022
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In-app purchases
Synthcussion2022
No in-app purchases
TriplexClassic
No in-app purchases







