Comparison

FAC Polyflo vs FakeTake2

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

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About

FAC Polyflo

This AUv3 plugin allows you to modulate and sequence MIDI instruments and modular hardware. It outputs both MIDI and analog CV simultaneously, supporting hybrid digital and analog setups. Convert various signals into control voltages for deep and flexible modulation.

Highlights
  • AUv3 plugin for modulation and sequencing
  • Outputs MIDI and analog CV simultaneously
  • Converts signals to control voltages
  • Two LFO generators with syncing
  • Integrated envelope follower
  • Six FLO(W) processors for signal shaping
  • Universal Purchase for iOS, macOS, Vision Pro
Features
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• AUv3 plugin to modulate and sequence MIDI instruments and modular hardware • Outputs MIDI and analog CV simultaneously for integrated hybrid setups • Fully functional in software-only environments with full MIDI support • Converts LFOs, MIDI notes, pitch, and control changes into control voltages • Includes two LFO generators with random spline, cross-modulation and syncing • Integrated envelope follower to track audio input or sidechain signal • Six FLO(W) processors for combining and shaping signals with math and logic • Each FLO supports 18 inputs with individual polarity, divider and multiplier • Multi-out support, built-in waveform viewer, Audio FX, and MIDI FX • Advanced Responsive Design, portrait and landscape views • Universal Purchase: AUv3 for iOS (iPad/iPhone), macOS and Vision Pro FAC Polyflo is an AUv3 plugin for modulating and sequencing MIDI instruments and modular gear via control voltage. It outputs MIDI and analog CV simultaneously, making it well-suited for hybrid setups that combine digital and analog equipment. The plugin includes two LFO generators offering 10 waveforms, including classic shapes and random spline, with support for cross-modulation and syncing. It also features an envelope follower that tracks audio FX input or an external sidechain. The generated signals, together with the host clock and MIDI input, are fed into six independent FLO(W) processors. These processors combine, shape, and route inputs using math operations, conditional logic, and comparators. Each FLO includes individual polarity, division, and multiplication controls, providing deep and flexible modulation that balances chaotic creativity with precise timing. Each FLO processor output is connected to its own output bus, enabling easy integration with hardware via DC-coupled audio interfaces like the Expert Sleepers ES-9. For simpler setups, FLO outputs can be routed to the stereo output. FAC Polyflo can also convert MIDI notes, pitch, and control changes into control voltages, making it a powerful MIDI-to-CV solution. If you prefer to work exclusively with software, the plugin runs smoothly in software-only environments with full MIDI support, making it equally suited for purely digital workflows. FAC Polyflo works as both an Audio Unit FX and MIDI FX, featuring a clean, touch-optimized interface with precise control and waveform visualization. It’s available as an AUv3 for iOS (iPad/iPhone), macOS, and Vision Pro, and requires a compatible AUv3 host app to run. This is an AUv3 Effect and requires a compatible host to work The documentation is available at fredantoncorvest.com/FAC_Polyflo.html

About

FakeTake2

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FakeTake2 Double Tracker Plugin (AUv3) FakeTake2 is an audio effect plugin that can run standalone, or in any AU compatible host application such as Logic Pro or GarageBand. Overview FakeTake2 is a tribute to the old "automatic double tracker" studio trick. The idea is that ADT creates the illusion of the same part, overdubbed again (a "fake take") which can work great with many instruments, especially guitar and vocals. There are various approaches for achieving this effect, but most use a short delay, a bit of stereo processing and possibly some modulation applied to the delay. FakeTake uses all three! What's the difference between FakeTake2 and the original FakeTake? FakeTake2 has some tweaks and additional features: The delay and modulation range has been increased. New "Trio" mode which adds an extra "fake take". A new mix control to balance the dry signal with the fake takes. FakeTake2 also gets the latest small UI improvements. If you require a very basic doubler, the original FakeTake might fit the bill and it's FREE. Alternatively, if you already have FakeTake, the additional features in FakeTake2 might be useful - especially on vocal tracks. Note that FakeTake2 works best when given a mono signal such as vocals or guitars, as it has been designed as a mono to stereo effect. It will handle stereo input just fine though. Controls Active - Toggles the effect On or Off. Mode - Selects between Duo and Trio mode. In Duo mode, you have one generated "fake take" and in Trio mode, you have two. Duo mode corresponds to the original FakeTake. Delay - Sets the base delay time of the fake take(s). Low settings can be thought of as "tighter", and higher values, "looser", going up to almost a slap-back echo effect. Drift - Adds a subtle amount of delay time modulation to create a more natural, less predictable effect. Spread - Varies the stereo width of the ADT effect. At maximum, in Duo mode, the original and delayed signals are panned hard-left and hard-right respectively. At zero, both are dead-centre. Spread can also be used to create space in a mix. For example, apply spread to a guitar track to leave room for vocals in the middle. In Trio mode, the dry signal is untouched, and the two fake takes are panned left and right. Trio mode works especially well with vocals when you need them to be front and centre, but also want to thicken them up and add create a nice stereo image. Mix - Sets the fake take / dry signal balance, allowing you to blend in a smaller amount of the effect. At zero, you will only hear your dry signal. For more info and support please visit: www.waverley-instruments.com/robjackson

Screenshots

FAC Polyflo3 screens
FakeTake23 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: FakeTake2 at $1.99 against FAC Polyflo's $9.99. FakeTake2 also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.4). On 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

FAC Polyflo costs $9.99 and FakeTake2 $1.99 up front. FAC Polyflo sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. FakeTake2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
FAC Polyflo versus FakeTake2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFAC PolyfloFakeTake2
Price$9.99$1.99 — better
Rating4.9 (11 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings11 — better—
Update frequency—Every 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.412.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFrederic CorvestRob Jackson

In-app purchases

3 purchases

FAC Polyflo

One-time3
  • Small Tip$1.99
  • Medium Tip$4.99
  • Large Tip$14.99
None

FakeTake2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is FAC Polyflo free?
FAC Polyflo costs $9.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is FakeTake2 free?
FakeTake2 costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do FAC Polyflo or FakeTake2 have ads?
Neither FAC Polyflo nor FakeTake2 shows ads.

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