Comparison

GSDSP MagicFilter vs Wavefolder

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

Wavefolder

This app applies wavefolding, a technique used in modular synthesis and experimental music to add unique character and texture to sound. It differs from simple clipping by preserving amplitude information through a folding process.

Highlights
  • Wavefolding synthesis technique
  • Adds character and aggression to sound
  • Preserves amplitude information
  • Experimental music production tool
  • Modular synthesis application
Features
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Wavefolding is widely used in modular synthesis and experimental music production to add character, aggression, or shimmer to sound sources. Unlike simple hard clipping, which crushes transients, wavefolding preserves amplitude information by folding back on itself.

Screenshots

GSDSP MagicFilter3 screens
Wavefolder4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Wavefolder at $1.99 against GSDSP MagicFilter's $29.99. GSDSP MagicFilter's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). 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 Wavefolder $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 Wavefolder. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
GSDSP MagicFilter versus Wavefolder: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGSDSP MagicFilterWavefolder
Price$29.99$1.99 — better
Rating5.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings4 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB7 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGustav ScholdaCallback Audio, LLC

Customer experience

GSDSP MagicFilter

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

Wavefolder

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

In-app purchases

None

GSDSP MagicFilter

No in-app purchases

None

Wavefolder

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is GSDSP MagicFilter free?
GSDSP MagicFilter costs $29.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Wavefolder free?
Wavefolder costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, GSDSP MagicFilter or Wavefolder?
GSDSP MagicFilter and Wavefolder are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do GSDSP MagicFilter or Wavefolder have ads?
Neither GSDSP MagicFilter nor Wavefolder shows ads.

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