Comparison

VocaLive CS for iPad vs PresetSwitcher

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

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About

VocaLive CS for iPad

This app provides singers with professional vocal effects, recording tools, and practice aids. It offers real-time processing, a multi-track recorder, and microphone emulations to enhance vocal performance and creativity.

Highlights
  • 12 real-time professional vocal effects
  • 4-processor effects chain
  • 2-track recorder (expandable)
  • Voice Cancel for backing tracks
  • Mic Room with 20 mic emulations
  • Vocal warm-up tools
  • Live Mode optimized GUI
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VocaLive provides singers and vocalists with a suite of 12 real-time professional vocal effects, along with a range of tools to help you practice, sing and record. The effects can be combined into a chain of 4 processors and saved as presets. A collection of 55 presets is included to get you up and running immediately. VocaLive CS for iPad comes with the Reverb effect, and upon registration the Double effect is unlocked. You can add 10 additional effects à la carte from a selection that includes Pitch Fix (for tuning or stylized FX), Choir, Morph, De-Esser, Delay, Parametric EQ, Compressor, Chorus, Phazer and Envelope Filter. Together these effects provide unparalleled creative processing power. With VocaLive you can process your voice, sing along to any song in your iTunes Music library — its Voice Cancel feature lets you remove existing vocals — and warm up with helpful vocal warm-up tools. Use the new 2-track recorder to sing over backing tracks, or expand the studio section (available via in-app purchase) to record whole songs. With the optional Mic Room feature, VocaLive also gives you the sound and color of 20 classic and modern studio microphone emulations, for even more control over your vocal tone. Ready to perform? VocaLive’s new Live Mode offers an optimized GUI specifically for live. See your entire chain at a glance, with all the settings and controls you need in an easy-to-read format designed for the stage. Plus VocaLive offers an optional 4-track looper to easily create songs, harmonies and more on the fly. For best quality, use VocaLive with IK’s iRig Mic range of microphones, from handheld to studio condenser mic. Or connect your favorite 3rd party mic using our iRig Pre interfaces. But you can also have fun with it and record quick ideas using the built-in microphone on your iPad or earbuds. Control your virtual rig just as easily as you would a traditional vocal multiFX with new iRig Stomp I/O integration, so you can change presets, control effects and more right from your feet. Or go wireless with iRig Blueboard, a wireless Bluetooth controller for basic control on the go. VocaLive also supports Core Audio and Core MIDI so you can use any compatible third-party interface or MIDI controller, and Audiobus and Inter-App Audio compatible, letting you use it alongside your favorite recording or songwriting apps. VocaLive CS for iPad features: • Real time vocal processor + recording app • 4-processor vocal effects chain • 12 professional studio-quality effects available - 2 included • Mic Room microphone with 20 classic and modern studio mic emulations* • Includes metronome and vocal warm-up tools • 4-track looper section* • 2-track recorder (expandable to a full 8-track recording studio*) • Import and play songs directly from your Music library or computer • Voice Cancel lets you create sing-along backing tracks by removing the vocal track from existing recordings • Simultaneous multi-track recording • Studio section (included with Recorder) with waveform visualization and editing, touch-and-drag looping, normalization, punch-in/punch-out recording, simultaneous multi-track recording support and more • AutoFreeze (allows each track to have its own full effects chain) • Live Mode shows you your entire rig at a glance, with all the parameters you need on stage easily accessible • 55 presets included with 4 Favorites for fast recall • MIDI controllable and with built-in integration for iRig Stomp I/O, iRig Blueboard and other controllers • Audiobus & Inter-App Audio support • Full version available * available via in-app purchase IMPORTANT: AmpliTube users can add the effects processors from VocaLive to their AmpliTube app using the “Restore my purchases” option in the in-app menu. For more information: www.ikmultimedia.com/vocaliveipad Accessories information: www.ikmultimedia.com

About

PresetSwitcher

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PresetSwitcher gives you simple, direct control over your Bluetooth modeling guitar amp. It supports modeling amps that accept MIDI commands for preset switching. Since the app is free, simply give it a try with your amp... Switch your amp presets directly from your iPhone or iPad. With optional footswitch support, you can control your amp hands-free while playing using a compatible Bluetooth MIDI footswitch. FEATURES • Switch presets directly Quickly toggle between your configured amp presets using large, clear buttons. • Bluetooth MIDI footswitch Control your amp while playing without needing to reach for your iPhone or the amplifier itself. • MIDI Learn Map your footswitch buttons to your presets and customize controls to suit your playing style. • Flexible button assignment Configure the preset buttons to match your specific setup. • Portrait and landscape modes Use PresetSwitcher comfortably on both iPhone and iPad. Footswitch support is available as a one-time in-app purchase. PresetSwitcher was designed for use with compatible Bluetooth modeling amps and Bluetooth MIDI footswitches. I have personally tested it with the following amps: SPARK GO, SPARK MINI, and VALETON GP-5.

Screenshots

PresetSwitcher4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PresetSwitcher at none against VocaLive CS for iPad's 10. VocaLive CS for iPad's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads 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

Both are free to download. VocaLive CS for iPad sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. PresetSwitcher asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
VocaLive CS for iPad versus PresetSwitcher: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVocaLive CS for iPadPresetSwitcher
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews17.3% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 9 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size135 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperIK Multimedia US, LLCStefan Arnhold

Bugs and requests

VocaLive CS for iPad

Reported bugs

15 issues
  • App crashes on iOS updates
  • Cannot import songs from iTunes library
  • Registration system malfunction
  • Audiobus initialization errors
  • Built-in microphone not functioning properly
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  • Audio artifacts and noise in processed signals
  • Track naming freezes
  • Multi-track recording failures
  • Export audio quality degradation
  • Recording not working on some devices
  • Latency issues with pitch detection
  • App won't open after updates
  • Glitchy inter-app audio compatibility
  • Pop-up ads requiring dismissal
  • File conversion issues

Requested features

14 requests
  • Update to Files app integration
  • USB microphone support
  • MIDI control for effects and presets
  • Audiobus and inter-app audio compatibility
  • Cross-device purchase transfer
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  • Video tutorials and better documentation
  • Facebook sharing capability
  • Package deals for add-ons
  • Cross-device discount pricing
  • Simplified user interface
  • Low-latency pitch detection
  • iOS 7+ compatibility updates
  • Looper functionality
  • Bypass effects via MIDI/Bluetooth

PresetSwitcher

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

VocaLive CS for iPad

One-time10
  • Chorus$4.99
  • Compressor$4.99
  • Delay$4.99
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  • Parametric Equalizer$4.99
  • Choir$5.99
  • Morph$5.99
  • PitchFix$5.99
  • Recorder$19.99
  • Recorder + Studio$24.99
  • All FX Pack$24.99
None

PresetSwitcher

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VocaLive CS for iPad free?
VocaLive CS for iPad is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PresetSwitcher free?
PresetSwitcher is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do VocaLive CS for iPad or PresetSwitcher have ads?
Neither VocaLive CS for iPad nor PresetSwitcher shows ads.

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