Galaxy Brain vs DuckingReverb
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Galaxy Brain
This app offers advanced audio manipulation with a frequency shifter and stereo delay. Create a wide range of effects, from lush choruses to choppy textures and sci-fi sounds, with flexible modulation options and optional hardware clipping for added grit.
- Frequency shifting with adjustable range
- Stereo delay with tempo sync and ping-pong
- Multiple modulation sources (LFO, envelope, sequencer)
- Optional hardware clipping for drive and saturation
- Morph settings for smooth parameter transitions
- Auto bypass and HQ mode for optimized performance
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Galaxy Brain is a frequency shifter and delay combo ready to take any sound into outer space. With easy stereo controls, three modulation sources, and optional hardware clipping, things can go intergalactic very quickly. From thick chorus effects to choppy AM textures to space-laser SFX, it's all packed inside. Frequency Shifter - Range settings from 5 Hz to 5 kHz, each with its own character - Direction mixer enables tremolo and ring modulation effects - Modulate shift amount with LFO, envelope follower, and sequencer - Freely mixable modulation sources Stereo Delay - Free or tempo-synced delay time - Continuous ping-pong and LR delay time skew - Tone-shaping filters in the feedback path - Wet signal ducking - Adjustable glide time between delay values, up to 10 seconds Modulation - Stereo LFO with nine waveforms, warp, and swing - Envelope follower with optional sidechain input - Eight-step sequencer - Repeatable Random engine for consistent bounces Optional Hardware Clipping - Add drive and saturation at the output stage - Internal gain compensation for louder output at high settings Core Features - Morph Settings for smooth transitions between two complete configurations - Auto Bypass saves CPU when input is silent - AB settings comparison - HQ mode with 4x oversampling and ADAA - One-click loudness matching - All parameters automatable with precise playback - Light and dark interface modes - Internal undo/redo - Standalone app includes support, manual links and in-app purchase options for license purchase Two-week trial included, one-time purchase for full unlock. Unlock your plug-in via in-app purchase from the standalone app or activate in the plug-in using an existing desktop license. Your in-app purchase activates the plug-in on all of your iOS devices. Owners can claim a crossgrade code in the standalone app to receive a discount on a desktop license. Check out our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sketchaudio Read the manuals: https://sketchaudio.com/manuals/
DuckingReverb
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DuckingReverb — Smart Reverb That Gets Out of the Way Great reverb should add depth without cluttering your mix. DuckingReverb combines a high-quality reverb engine with intelligent ducking technology — reverb that automatically pulls back when your signal is present, and blooms beautifully in the spaces between. Whether you are mixing tracks, performing live, or designing sounds, DuckingReverb keeps your audio clear and full at the same time. HOW IT WORKS Traditional reverb can muddy a mix. The reverb tail competes with the dry signal, blurring transients and reducing punch. DuckingReverb solves this with a built-in sidechain-style ducking circuit. When your audio plays, the reverb level ducks down automatically. When the signal fades, reverb rises back up — filling the space naturally. The result: every note stays sharp and defined, while the reverb still creates a rich, immersive atmosphere around it. DUCKING SECTION Choose from multiple Ducking Types to match your material: - Air: a light, transparent duck ideal for vocals and acoustic instruments - More types available to suit different genres and playing styles Set the Threshold to control exactly when ducking kicks in. A lower threshold means ducking starts earlier; a higher threshold lets more reverb through before pulling back. REVERB SECTION Shape the reverb character with precision: - High EQ Gain: boost or cut high frequencies in the reverb tail for brightness or warmth - Low EQ Gain: control the low-end body of the reverb - Reverb Time: dial in anything from a tight room to a vast hall - Dry Balance: set the level of your direct, unprocessed signal - Reverb Balance: set the level of the reverb return independently Together, these controls let you sculpt reverb that fits perfectly in any context — from intimate acoustic spaces to expansive electronic soundscapes. WHO IS IT FOR DuckingReverb is designed for musicians, producers, sound designers, and audio engineers who want reverb that works with their music, not against it. - Vocalists who need clarity without losing ambience - Guitarists and keyboardists who want lush reverb without wash - Producers crafting deep house, ambient, or cinematic tracks - Live performers who need consistent, clean sound at any tempo TECHNICAL - Native Apple Silicon Support: Universal binary optimized for M1, M2, M3, and Intel Macs. - Modern AUv3 Architecture: Low-latency processing with high stability and low CPU footprint. - DAW Ready: Fully compatible with Logic Pro, GarageBand, and other Audio Unit (AU) hosts on macOS. - Supports all standard sample rates for professional production.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Galaxy Brain at Free against DuckingReverb's $0.99. DuckingReverb's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 14.0). 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
Galaxy Brain is free to download; DuckingReverb costs $0.99 up front. Galaxy Brain sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. DuckingReverb asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Galaxy Brain | DuckingReverb |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $0.99 |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | 12.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Sketch Audio, LLC | Kenichi Nakamura |
In-app purchases
Galaxy Brain
- Two-week TrialFree
- Full Unlock$9.99
DuckingReverb
No in-app purchases









