Comparison

GSDSP MagicFilter vs Jacquardi

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

Head to head
About

GSDSP MagicFilter

This audio effect plugin allows for intricate, non-linear filter shaping and dynamic spectral transformations. Create unique soundscapes by designing custom filter curves and modulating them for subtle to extreme audio manipulation.

Highlights
  • Multi-curve spectral filtering
  • Independent filter amounts per frequency
  • Morph between four filter curves
  • Curve Modifier for shifting and inverting
  • Global cut/boost controls
  • Built-in lowpass and highpass filters
  • Wet/dry mix control
Features
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This Spectral Processing Workstation lets you craft evolving, non-linear filter shapes and movements impossible to achieve with analogue EQs. Multi-Curve Spectral Filtering MagicFilter is a multi-curve spectral filter and EQ workstation designed for detailed, creative frequency shaping. Apply independent filter amounts per frequency or frequency range, then mix, modulate, and spread your curves to create anything from subtle, organic movement to extreme spectral transformations. Beyond Conventional EQ Unlike analogue or traditional digital EQs, MagicFilter operates in the frequency domain, enabling filter curves and dynamics that would be impossible with hardware. Design non-linear, highly customized shapes and introduce dynamic movement through modulation. Morph seamlessly between four different filter curves, and use the Curve Modifier to shift, invert, or skew them — even in stereo — for precise and flexible control over spectral motion. Global Controls & Fine Shaping Quickly adjust cut and boost amounts to refine your overall curve, and use the built-in lowpass and highpass filters to set the tonal boundaries of your sound. Fine-tune the balance using wet gain and dry/wet control, enabling anything from subtle enhancement to bold, transformative filtering. These controls ensure fast, intuitive workflow while offering deep flexibility. MagicFilter is an AUv3 audio effect plugin compatible with Logic Pro, AUM, Cubasis, GarageBand and many more. A Desktop version is also available for Windows and macOS (VST3 / AU / AAX). More information here: https://gs-dsp.com/products

About

Jacquardi

This app generates analog-like envelope signals via MIDI CC, allowing users to modulate parameters of other compatible music plugins. It acts as a MIDI module for creative sound shaping without producing its own audio.

Highlights
  • Generates analog-like envelope signals
  • Sends MIDI CC for parameter modulation
  • Works with 3rd-party AUv3 plugins
  • Requires MIDI routing host (AUM, apeMatrix)
  • Modulates filter cutoff and other parameters
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Concept: "Jacquardi" is an AUv3 instrument that does not make any sounds but just sends out analog-like Envelope signal via MIDI Control Change (MIDI CC). That is, the app is a MIDI module of envelope generator. The user can use it for modulating any parameter of 3rd-party’s plugin that can be assigned to MIDI CC , for example, filter cutoff. Usage: Just assign MIDI keyboard to Jacquardi's MIDI IN (it needs to trigger Jacquardi) and assign Jacquardi's MIDI OUT to 3rd party's plugin. System Requirements: Auv3 host that has a flexible capability of MIDI routing (AUM, apeMatrix etc).

Screenshots

GSDSP MagicFilter3 screens
Jacquardi2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Jacquardi at $1.99 against GSDSP MagicFilter's $29.99. Jacquardi also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). GSDSP MagicFilter's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1). On rating, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

GSDSP MagicFilter costs $29.99 and Jacquardi $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for GSDSP MagicFilter against 5.0 for Jacquardi. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

GSDSP MagicFilter ships an update every 6 weeks, Jacquardi weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
GSDSP MagicFilter versus Jacquardi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGSDSP MagicFilterJacquardi
Price$29.99$1.99 — better
Rating5.0 (3 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGustav ScholdaSatoshi Kajii

Customer experience

GSDSP MagicFilter

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Jacquardi

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

GSDSP MagicFilter

No in-app purchases

None

Jacquardi

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GSDSP MagicFilter free?
GSDSP MagicFilter costs $29.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Jacquardi free?
Jacquardi costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GSDSP MagicFilter or Jacquardi?
GSDSP MagicFilter and Jacquardi are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do GSDSP MagicFilter or Jacquardi have ads?
Neither GSDSP MagicFilter nor Jacquardi shows ads.
Which is updated more often, GSDSP MagicFilter or Jacquardi?
GSDSP MagicFilter ships an update every 6 weeks, and Jacquardi weekly. Most recently, GSDSP MagicFilter was updated on September 22, 2026 and Jacquardi on October 18, 2026.

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