SynthStation vs Harpejii Instrument
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
SynthStation
Transform your mobile device into a portable music studio. Create melodies, bass lines, and drum beats with virtual synthesizers, drum kits, and a built-in sequencer. Offers real-time recording and extensive effects for unlimited sonic creativity.
- Three virtual-analog synthesizers
- Over 50 drum kits
- Built-in sequencer
- Arpeggiator with preset patterns
- Core MIDI-compatible
- Real-time recording
- Effects and filters
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Low $1.99 price extended! Compatibility: Requires iOS 4.3 to iOS 6.1.3 Features • Three virtual-analog synthesizers, each with three oscillators • More than 50 drum kits, plus a built-in sequencer • Create melodic and accompaniment parts using arpeggiator with preset patterns • Core MIDI-compatible: works with any Core MIDI device as a synth module on your iOS device • Real-time recording • Unlimited creativity with effects and filters • Compatible with iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch • Requires iOS 4.3 or later Transform your iPhone into a music production studio. SynthStation transforms your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad into a portable music production studio for mobile music creation. SynthStation gives you three powerful synthesizers for creating and modifying sonic textures used for melodies, chords, and bass lines. Built around Akai Professional’s history in synthesis and drawing on the newest MINIAK synth, SynthStation sounds great and offers wide-ranging sonic flexibility with its virtual analog synthesis. From the moment you start SynthStation, you'll know your way around. It is jam-packed with tools to help you create music with the convenience of your touch screen and each section works the way you work. With SynthStation, you can create and save sequences and complete songs. The app contains three different three-oscillator synths and a range of drum kits you can sequence and mix right in the SynthStation. For creating melodic and accompaniment parts, the SynthStation contains an arpeggiator with preset patterns, built-in effects and filters, and an XY touch control interface for expressive control of key parameters. PERFORM Play with keys, XY and arpeggiator controls. This is perfect place to make magic happen because it gives you access to all the common controls you’ll need in a performance or creation setting. SYNTH Complete synthesis controls from oscillators to LFOs, envelopes, and more. You can control a wide range of filters to dial in exactly the sound you need. Choose from Sine, Triangle, Square or Sawtooth on your VCO and start creating your own signature sounds from scratch. Filter Cutoff and Resonance are just two taps away. DRUMS In addition to SynthStation's three synthesizers, we've included drum kits and a visual representation of the most iconic beat making tool in the world - MPC pads. Just pick your kit and start tapping beats anywhere, anytime. Includes: Drum Kit – select the drum kit and play it with onscreen pads. Drum Edit – tune, mix, and customize your drums. SEQUENCER Keyboard grid – see your keyboard sequencing and edit notes easily. Drum grid – build and modify drum tracks with a visible sequencer grid. SONG/SEQUENCE Select and save your Song/Sequence projects. You can recall your Songs and work on them later, and even export them for further editing in your desktop audio applications. CONTROL XY – two axes of control for hands-on, real-time control. Just like a joystick, the XY controller can snap back to the zero point. Tempo – control tempo and even tap in the tempo you want. MIXER The Mixer in SynthStation includes touch-controlled faders for each of the three synthesizers and the drum section as well as FX send for each. Mixer – mix all the levels of the parts and effects. Just like a hardware mixer, there are faders, mutes, and effect routing. Effects – select and control FX type and parameters. SynthStation Studio enables you to create and produce music anywhere on your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad.
Harpejii Instrument
This app allows you to play, record, and share music using a virtual Harpejji instrument. Explore interactive modes, learn traditional scales, and connect with a community of musicians.
- Interactive Harpejji string playback
- One-tap music recording
- High-quality audio output
- Community sharing and discovery
- Expert mode for advanced features
- Traditional Indian classical scales (Sangeet Sargam)
- Audio playlist integration
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Welcome to Harpejji Instrument Unleash your creativity with the ultimate Harpejji app. Play, record, and share your music effortlessly. Key Features: Interactive Play Mode: Experience realistic Harpejji strings. Play your favorite tunes with ease. Record Your Creations: One-tap recording to capture your musical moments. High-quality audio output. Community Posts: Share your performances with the Harpejji community. Explore and like music created by others. Expert Mode: Master the instrument with advanced features. Perfect for experienced musicians. Sangeet Sargam: Learn traditional scales and compositions. Dive into the world of Indian classical music. Audio Playlist Integration: Play, pause, and loop your recordings seamlessly. Organize and manage your musical pieces. Tagline Ideas: "Feel the Harpejji Rhythm" "Play. Record. Share." "Your Harpejji Journey Starts Here."
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Harpejii Instrument at Free against SynthStation's $1.99. SynthStation's advantage is rating (2.3 vs 1.0) and review sentiment (31% vs 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
Harpejii Instrument is free to download; SynthStation costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
SynthStation holds the better App Store score, 2.3 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SynthStation has 178 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 31% of SynthStation's written reviews are positive against 0% of Harpejii Instrument's.
| Parameter | SynthStation | Harpejii Instrument |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 2.3 (178 ratings) — better | 1.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 30.8% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 178 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 4.3 — better | 12.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 91 MB | 111 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | Akai Professional | Himalay Diyora |
Customer experience
SynthStation
Harpejii Instrument
Bugs and requests
SynthStation
Reported bugs
5 issues- Crashes on startup
- No sound output
- Midi connectivity problems
- Incompatible with latest iOS versions
- Saved projects not loading properly
Requested features
5 requests- Audiobus/Inter-App Audio support
- More synth/drum samples
- Ability to save custom sounds
- Improved sequencing capabilities
- Easier audio export options
Harpejii Instrument
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
SynthStation
No in-app purchases
Harpejii Instrument
No in-app purchases
Questions
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