Comparison

Jamstik Control 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

Jamstik Control

This app connects to compatible MIDI guitars, allowing users to change device settings, tune their instrument, and explore various sounds. It also offers scale and chord overlays to enhance learning and fretboard knowledge.

Highlights
  • Connects to Jamstik MIDI guitars
  • Change and pin device settings
  • Software tuner
  • In-app sound playback
  • Scale and chord overlays
  • Getting started and settings guides
Features
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Jamstik Control is the mobile companion app for Jamstik MIDI guitars. - Connect your Jamstik MIDI Guitar (Jamstik Core MIDI Guitar, Jamstik Standard MIDI Guitar, Jamstik Deluxe MIDI Guitar, Jamstik Classic MIDI Guitar, Jamstik Studio MIDI Guitar, .strandberg* x Jamstik MIDI Guitar) to your iOS device through USB or Bluetooth MIDI* (Bluetooth MIDI not available for Jamstik Core) - Change device settings and pin your frequently used settings - Tune your Jamstik MIDI guitar with the software tuner - Play a variety of sounds in-app - Select from a large variety of scale and chord overlays to sharpen your skills and fretboard knowledge - Use the Guide tab to see essential getting started info for your Jamstik MIDI Guitar as well as detailed guides on settings and more - Use Jamstik Control to change your Jamstik's device settings while using the MIDI output through USB or TRS-MIDI on another device

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

Jamstik Control3 screens
NERD Synth A2x + AUv34 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 at 89% against Jamstik Control's 40%. NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 12). Jamstik Control's advantage is price (Free vs $5.99). On update cadence, 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

Jamstik Control is free to download; NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 costs $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 has 1.3K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 40% of Jamstik Control's written reviews are positive against 89% of NERD Synth A2x + AUv3's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Jamstik Control ships an update monthly, NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Jamstik Control versus NERD Synth A2x + AUv3: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJamstik ControlNERD Synth A2x + AUv3
PriceFree — better$5.99
Rating4.0 (12 ratings)4.9 (1.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.0% of reviews89.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings121.3K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.4
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB242 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZivix LLCAudioKit Pro

Customer experience

Jamstik Control

All ratings12 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative16.7%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative40.0%

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

Jamstik Control

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

Jamstik Control

No in-app purchases

None

NERD Synth A2x + AUv3

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Jamstik Control free?
Jamstik Control is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 free?
NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Jamstik Control or NERD Synth A2x + AUv3?
NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 is rated higher. Jamstik Control averages 4.0 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 averages 4.9 from 1.3K ratings.
Do Jamstik Control or NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 have ads?
Neither Jamstik Control nor NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Jamstik Control or NERD Synth A2x + AUv3?
Jamstik Control ships an update monthly, and NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 fortnightly. Most recently, Jamstik Control was updated on October 6, 2026 and NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 on October 18, 2026.

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