VAPolyQuad vs Absylon
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
VAPolyQuad
Create rich, analog-style music with this powerful polyphonic synthesizer. Explore a vast array of sound-shaping tools, including multiple oscillators, filters, and effects. Program intricate melodies and rhythms with the built-in sequencer, and seamlessly share projects across your Apple devices.
- Virtual analog polyphonic synthesizer
- Up to 8 voice polyphony
- Four oscillators per voice
- Multiple resonant filters
- Built-in effects suite
- 16-bar sequencer with piano roll
- Audio Unit Extension (AUv3) support
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VAPolyQuad is a virtual analog polyphonic synthesizer for iPhone, iPad and Mac. It features 8 voice synthesizer, effects, sequencer and audio visualization tools. It operates as a stand alone or as an AudioUnit Extension (AUv3). Stand Alone supports Ableton Link, MIDI and audio file export. Single voice of the synthesizer features four oscillators, two mixers, two resonant high pass filters, two resonant low pass filters, two amplifiers, four ADSR envelopes and four LFOs. The oscillators features continuously variable wave shape and wide variety of modulation. The filters are modeled on the Sallen-Key filter circuit and cascaded OTA filter circuit for classic analog sound. The Effects include delay, chorus, flanger, reverb, eq and compressor. The sequencer features piano roll and parameter automation editor to program 16 bar pattern per clip. Project files can be saved in iCloud Drive, so that the project can be accessed from iPhone, iPad or Mac. - Main Features - Virtual analog polyphonic synthesizer. Maximum 8 voice polyphony. it depends on performance of the device it is running. Four oscillators per voice. Flexible audio signal and control signal routing. Keyboard Control Routing Two type of Lowpass filter, cascaded OTA model and Sallen-key model. Support MIDI 2.0 New User Interface built by SwiftUI for improved performance. Built-in Sequencer. 16 bar patterns per clip. Total 8 clips. Piano Roll and Parameter automation. Support Audio Unit Extension (AUv3) Works on iPhone, iPad and Mac. Support iCloud Drive to share project files between the platforms. Audio Export. Linear PCM format (AIFF, WAV and CAF) and compressed format (AAC) Support Ableton Link, Bluetooth MIDI, MIDI In / Out. 370 Factory Presets - System Requirements - A13 Fusion or above is recommended. AudioUnit Extension (AUv3) requires host application which support AudioUnit Extension. AudioUnit Extension is supported by Apple Logic and Apple Garage Band on iOS and macOS. For any other DAW, it depends on the application and some of them don’t support AudioUnit Extension. Sound may be distorted if CPU of the device doesn't have enough power. If it happens reduce number of voices.
Absylon
This app provides an advanced guitar amplifier simulation specifically designed for extremely low tunings on 8-string guitars. It offers two distinct channels for rhythm and lead playing, along with features like custom IR loading and a built-in metronome.
- Low-tuning 8-string guitar amp simulation
- Two channels: Savage (rhythm) and Beast (lead)
- Custom Impulse Response (IR) loader
- 4-knob tone stack
- Grind Mode boost
- Noise Gate
- Built-in metronome and recorder
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*Unleash the Apocalypse: Absylon by Aurora DSP Get ready to plunge into the depths of musical mayhem with Absylon, the latest plugin from Aurora DSP, designed specifically for guitarists who dare to dive into extremely low tunings. Created using a monstrous 200-watt guitar/bass amplifier, Absylon effortlessly handles the fundamental notes of E tuning on 8-string guitars, delivering a bone-crushing tone that will obliterate the very foundations of your sound. *A New Era of Guitar Tone Absylon isn't just another guitar sim; it's a revolution in tone. Say goodbye to the bass cut-off frequencies and hello to a clear, devastating low-end response. This is a different approach to guitar tone, crafted for the true metalhead who demands nothing but the heaviest, most brutal sound. *Two Channels of Pure Destruction Savage: Your go-to rhythm channel, designed to deliver earth-shattering riffs with relentless precision. Beast: For those blistering leads that cut through the mix like a chainsaw through flesh. *Features to Die For - Custom IR Loaders: Load your own Impulse Responses and craft your signature sound. - 4 Knobs Tone Stack: Sculpt your tone with precision and ease. - Grind Mode: Engage the boost and take your sound to the next level of brutality. - Noise Gate: Keep your tone tight and free of unwanted noise. - Built-In Metronome and Recorder: Perfect your riffs and capture your most ferocious creations on the fly. Prepare to descend into the abyss of tone with Absylon. Whether you're laying down savage rhythms or soaring through beastly leads, this plugin is your ticket to sonic annihilation. Are you ready to unleash the fury? Absylon by Aurora DSP – For Those Who Dare to Go Low. Standalone and AUv3
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Absylon at 67% against VAPolyQuad's 0%. Absylon also leads on price ($6.99 vs $14.99) and rating (4.3 vs 4.0). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
VAPolyQuad costs $14.99 and Absylon $6.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Absylon holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 9 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of VAPolyQuad's written reviews are positive against 67% of Absylon's.
| Parameter | VAPolyQuad | Absylon |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $14.99 | $6.99 — better |
| Rating | 4.0 (5 ratings) | 4.3 (9 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 66.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 5 | 9 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 22 months | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ryo Togawa | Aurora DSP |
Customer experience
VAPolyQuad
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In-app purchases
VAPolyQuad
No in-app purchases
Absylon
No in-app purchases
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