Comparison

Model610 vs M8FX

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

Head to head
About

Model610

Control your Sequential Circuits Six-Trak synthesizer with an intuitive interface. Explore new sound possibilities with dedicated modes and manage your patches with cloud backup. Requires a Six-Trak synthesizer and an iOS-compatible MIDI interface.

Highlights
  • Hands-on synthesis parameter control
  • MONO and STACK modes
  • Built-in patch librarian
  • Automatic cloud patch backup
  • Easy configuration
Features
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Model610 is an indispensable tool for owners of the Sequential Circuits Six-Trak synthesizers. Features: - Hands on control of all synthesis parameters in an intuitive layout - Special MONO and STACK modes for new sound and performance possibilities - Built in patch librarian for easy patch naming and management - Automatic patch backup to the cloud - Easy configuration via dedicated design. Requirements: - A Sequential Circuits Six-Trak Synthesizer - An iOS capable MIDI interface (or network MIDI solution) - Any iPad running iOS 8.0 or later

About

M8FX

Features
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【Description】 M8FX is a revolutionary, portable multi-track effects processor app designed specifically for iPhone to turn your Dirtywave M8 Tracker into a powerful, live-performing mixing rig. Connect using a single USB-C cable. M8FX hooks up directly to your M8 Tracker (running firmware version 6.0 or higher), allowing you to apply independent effects to each individual channel (CH1–CH8) using your favorite iOS AUv3 plugins with seamless real-time BPM synchronization, and route the processed audio directly back to the M8 hardware. Optimized for a permanent "Portrait (Vertical)" screen layout on iPhone and built with a hyper-responsive JUCE 8 + React/TypeScript hybrid architecture, M8FX delivers a latency-free, hardware-style experience. Perfect for both deep sound design in the studio and chaotic dub-mixing on stage. 【Key Features】 Clean Single-Cable Connection: No bulky adapters or messy wiring. A single USB-C to USB-C cable is all you need to handle 8-channel bi-directional audio routing and MIDI synchronization. Per-Channel Insert & Return (v6+ Sync): Seamlessly integrate with M8 Tracker (v6.0+) to process individual tracks through up to four AUv3 effect slots in a chain, routing the polished sound directly back into the M8 master bus. Flawless BPM Sync & Beat Effects: Live MIDI clock synchronization enables flawless integration of tempo-synced beat effects, rhythmic modulators, and time-based delays that lock perfectly with your M8's groove. Portrait Multi-Touch Mixing UI: Tailored for effortless one-handed control on iPhone with a compact 4x2 channel grid. Perform dynamic, hardware-style live dubs using responsive Mute, Solo, and toggling between Momentary/Latch send modes. 4 Macro Sliders & Dramatic Drop Controls: Maps vital AUv3 parameters to four thick macro sliders (M1–M4) for fluid hands-on control. Build massive tension by unleashing all sends simultaneously with the "ALL SEL" button, then trigger a clean drop in a split second with the pink "RST" (Reset) button. 【System Requirements】 Supported Hardware: Dirtywave M8 Tracker (Model:01 & Model:02) Required M8 Firmware: Version 6.0 or higher (for multichannel USB audio sending and return routing) Compatible Devices: USB-C equipped iPhones (iPhone 15 or later recommended) Setup Note: Please ensure "Microphone Permission" is allowed upon launch to enable USB-C audio inputs.

Screenshots

Model6101 screens
M8FX1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: M8FX at $4.99 against Model610's $19.99. Model610's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.3 vs 16.0). On ads and in-app purchases 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

Model610 costs $19.99 and M8FX $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Model610 versus M8FX: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterModel610M8FX
Price$19.99$4.99 — better
Rating4.7 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews83.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 21 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS9.3 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBill MitsakosKeisuke Kagoshima

In-app purchases

None

Model610

No in-app purchases

None

M8FX

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Model610 free?
Model610 costs $19.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is M8FX free?
M8FX costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Model610 or M8FX have ads?
Neither Model610 nor M8FX shows ads.

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