Mix Magazine+ vs NERD Synth A2x + AUv3
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Mix Magazine+
This app offers in-depth coverage of high-end audio, including studio recording, live sound, and sound for picture. It features profiles of industry professionals, gear reviews, and insights from the front lines of pro audio. Access current and back issues, specials, and guides through subscriptions or single purchases.
- In-depth recording session coverage
- Profiles of audio professionals
- Gear reviews and tech insights
- Studio recording, live sound, sound for picture
- Access to back issues and specials
- Monthly and annual subscription options
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Mix is the definitive magazine for high-end audio—covering studio recording, live sound and sound for picture. For over 30 years, it’s been the trusted source for audio professionals pushing the boundaries of music. Inside every issue: - In-depth coverage of major recording sessions, tours, and post-production projects - Profiles of the top engineers, producers, and innovators in the field - Gear reviews and studio tech insights from the front lines of pro audio If you’re creating serious sound, you should be reading Mix. ------------------- Once you’ve downloaded our app, you will need to take a free trial or purchase a single issue or subscription to access our magazine content. We also publish specials and guides - browse our publications, read what interests you most, and get inspired. Back issues, specials, and future issues are available for purchase within the app. Subscriptions are available on various monthly and annual terms, and auto-renew until you decide to cancel it. Check inside the app for current pricing. *** Please Note: Our digital edition is not printable and does not include the covermount items or supplements you would find with the print edition *** • The free trial offer is only available to new subscribers. If you have previously subscribed then payment will be taken immediately. • You can cancel at any time during the free trial period and you will not be charged. Simply turn off auto-renew in your Apple account subscriptions page at least 24 hours before the auto-renew is due. • Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. • Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. • You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for that product. • You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings after purchase . • No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. This does not affect your statutory rights. • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription. • We will be collecting information about your use of the app both when you are online and offline. To find out more please see our privacy policy. The subscription will include the current issue if you don't already own it and subsequently published future issues for the duration of your subscription period. ------------------- By purchasing a subscription or downloading an app you agree that you have read and accept Future Publishing Ltd's Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: www.futureplc.com/privacy-policy/ www.futureplc.com/terms-conditions/
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.
- Virtual Analog Synthesizer
- 40+ Classic Waveforms
- Arpeggiator
- Step Sequencer
- Lush Effects Suite
- Four-voice Unison
- AUv3 Plugin Support
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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.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 at 89% against Mix Magazine+'s 20%. NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 21) and rating (4.9 vs 4.4). Mix Magazine+'s advantage is price (Free vs $5.99). On ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Mix Magazine+ is free to download; NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 costs $5.99 up front. Mix Magazine+ sells 21 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 asks for nothing beyond the download.
NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 has 1.4K ratings behind it against 68, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Mix Magazine+'s written reviews are positive against 89% of NERD Synth A2x + AUv3's.
Mix Magazine+ ships an update every 3 months, NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Mix Magazine+ | NERD Synth A2x + AUv3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $5.99 |
| Rating | 4.4 (68 ratings) | 4.9 (1.4K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | 89.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 68 | 1.4K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases — better | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 14.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 23 MB | 242 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Future plc | AudioKit Pro |
Customer experience
Mix Magazine+
NERD Synth A2x + AUv3
Bugs and requests
Mix Magazine+
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
Mix Magazine+
- 1 Month Subscription1 Month trial$4.991 Month
- 3 Month Subscription1 Month trial$6.993 Months
- 6 Month Subscription1 Month trial$12.996 Months
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- 1 Year Subscription$29.991 Year
- June 2012$6.99
- June 2013$6.99
- February 2014$6.99
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- May 2014$6.99
- Issue 594$6.99
- March 2013$6.99
- March 2015$6.99
- Music Prods Gde to Electronic$6.99
- Issue 576$6.99
- Issue 523$6.99
- Issue 537$6.99
- Producers Music Theory Hdbk$6.99
- Issue 573$6.99
- Issue 571$6.99
- Producer's Guide to Mixing$7.99
- Music Prod Gde to Apple Logic$7.99
- All Mix Magazine Back Issues$47.99
NERD Synth A2x + AUv3
No in-app purchases
Questions
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