KQ MiniSynth 26 vs Diosynth Live
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
KQ MiniSynth 26
Create custom synthesizer patches with a flexible visual modular environment. Explore over 70 presets, connect up to 100 modules, and integrate with other music apps via MIDI and Ableton Link.
- Zoomable patch editor
- 70+ built-in preset patches
- External & virtual MIDI support
- MIDI over Bluetooth LE
- Ableton Link integration
- Audio Unit Extension (AUv3) support
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KQ MiniSynth is a powerful polyphonic modular synthesizer app for iPhone, iPad, and macOS (Apple Silicon). Design your own custom synth patches by connecting modules in a flexible, visual environment. You can mix up to 100 modules in a patch (limited by device performance). Features - Zoomable patch editor: easily connect modules via tap & drag with zoom support - 70+ built-in preset patches to explore and customize - External & virtual MIDI support - MIDI over Bluetooth LE (as central) - Ableton Link integration for tempo sync across apps and devices - Audio Unit Extension (AUv3) support, usable as plugin in host apps Why KQ MiniSynth? - Enjoy deep modular synthesis in your pocket - Great for both experimental sound design and live performance - Educational tool: learn module topology & signal flow - Efficient implementation aimed at low latency and stable performance Tips & Notes - If output is too quiet, check Expression (Ctrl #11) or use “Reset” on I/O panel. - When using as an Audio Unit, if velocity seems ignored, disable “Ignore Velocities” in settings. - Performance depends on device — reduce polyphony or number of modules if audio drops occur. Modules: Oscillator - Oscillator Type A (Frequency Modulation) - Oscillator Type B (Pulse Width Modulation) - Super Saw Oscillator - Low Frequency Oscillator - LFO Type B (Tempo Synchronization) - Noise Generator (White/Pink) Mixer/Amplifier - 4 Channel Mixer - CV Mixer - Crossfader - Voltage-Controlled Amplifier - Low Pass Gate - Sample-and-Hold Amplifier - Booster Envelope/Logic - Envelope Generator Type A - Envelope Generator Type B - Toggle - Inverting Circuit - Logical And (Series Switch) - Logical Or (Parallel Switch) - Polyphonic Or Gate - Maximum/Minimum Selector Modulator - Curve Function - Multiplier - V/Oct Vibrator - Keyboard Level Scaling - Ring Modulator - Wave Shaper Filter/Effector - Voltage-Controlled Filter (LPF/HPF/BPF/BEF) - All-Pass Filter - Delay Effector - Modulated Delay - Reverb Filter (KQ) - Reverb Filter (FreeVerb) - Compressor - Chorus Effector - Flanger - Bit Crusher Clock - Loop Gate (Tempo Synchronization) - 8 Step Sequencer - 8 Step CV Sequencer - 8 Step Gate Sequencer Stereo/Mono Converter - Mono To Dualmono - Stereo To Mono - Panner Miscellaneous - Custom Controller - Const Value - Oscilloscope Ableton Link is a new technology that synchronizes beat, phase and tempo of Ableton Live and Link-enabled iOS apps over a wireless network. Machine generated text is included in this application and description.
Diosynth Live
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Diosynth Live™ is the mobile companion app for ASM Diosynth®, designed for quick access during performance, rehearsal, and everyday use. Connect your Diosynth to a compatible iPhone using USB or Bluetooth MIDI, then quickly recall favorite patches and adjust important Setup and MIDI settings without needing a computer. Diosynth Live is organized into three main sections: Favorites, Setup, and MIDI. FAVORITES Keep your favorite sounds close at hand. • Quickly recall favorite patches in Perform mode • Manage and reorder favorites in Edit mode • Keep your Favorites synchronized with your Diosynth SETUP View and adjust Diosynth system and performance settings directly from your iPhone. Setup provides access to settings including pitch, key delay, breath and bite response, assignable buttons, pressure pads, gyroscope, joystick, vibrato, fingering, clock, audio levels, Master FX, and other instrument settings. MIDI View and adjust Diosynth MIDI settings, including Local Control, MIDI channel selection, Program Change settings, joystick and button assignments, and other MIDI-related options. CONNECTIVITY Diosynth Live supports: • USB connection • Bluetooth MIDI • Demo Mode for exploring the app without a connected Diosynth DIOSYNTH LIVE™ AND DIOSYNTH MANAGER™ Diosynth Live is designed for quick patch recall and convenient access to instrument settings while playing. Full patch browsing and editing, bank management, and firmware updates are handled using the Diosynth Manager™ desktop application. Diosynth Live requires an ASM Diosynth for full functionality.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Diosynth Live at Free against KQ MiniSynth 26's $9.99. Diosynth Live also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). KQ MiniSynth 26's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1). On ads, in-app purchases 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
Diosynth Live is free to download; KQ MiniSynth 26 costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Diosynth Live holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.
| Parameter | KQ MiniSynth 26 | Diosynth Live |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 4.7 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Paid | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 61 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ryouta Kira | AshunSoundMachines |
In-app purchases
KQ MiniSynth 26
No in-app purchases
Diosynth Live
No in-app purchases









