Best Granular Synthesizer Apps

4.7(14 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Transform any sound into unique textures and evolving sonic landscapes. This granular synthesizer offers deep control over individual sound grains, complex modulation, and a powerful step sequencer for experimental music creation.

Open Granular by The Strange Agency LLC

Open Source Granular Synth

Strong Contender

Cycle - Time Lag Accumulator

4.5(13 ratings)

Free

An open-source application for creating unique sounds through granular synthesis. Explore detailed information and updates on the developer's blog.

Granular Synthesizer by Stanislav Duplinskiy

Smart sound generator

Worth Considering

🔧 Utilities

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Create unique sounds by manipulating audio granules. This app offers a library of granules, pre-made tracks, and adjustable sound parameters. You can also import your own music and share your creations.

More Granular Synthesizer apps to explore

Meditative Synthesizer

Time lag accumulation for sonic texturesMeditative and ambient music creationRecord and export to WAV/MIDI

This app creates evolving musical textures by repeating notes that gradually fade. It offers a meditative experience and is ideal for ambient music creation. Users can record and export their creations in various formats.

FRMS - Granular Synthesizer

(507)

paid

4-layer granular with FM

$8.99

$10.90 | 18% OFF

This app offers a powerful and flexible layering system for creating unique audio experiences. It blends multiple synthesis types, allowing users to craft everything from ambient soundscapes to glitchy textures. Import your own sounds or use the curated library for endless sonic exploration.

4 Synthesis Engines per voiceFM Modes & Operator StackingReal-Time Granulation

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Cellular automata based sound

Cellular Synthesizer

Cellular automata sound generationParameter modulation (pitch, filters, effects)Multiple signal interpretation modes

Generate complex sound signals using a cellular automata field. Control parameters like pitch, filters, and effects through evolving cell states. Offers multiple modes for signal interpretation and a built-in sequencer for composition.

Ambient · motion instrument

This app generates evolving musical patterns and melodies using polyrhythms. It offers extensive sound manipulation with a sampler, multiple effects, and the ability to store numerous configurations. Users can also import their own sounds and integrate with other music production tools.

Generative polyrhythm sequencingUp to 8 simultaneous soundsSampler with envelopes and filters

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Particle Chimes: Ambient Synth

Generative soundscape visuals

Generative soundscapesDiverse instrument tonesInteractive visualizers

Create generative ambient music and captivating visualizers with this sonic instrument. Explore diverse soundscapes, from gentle strings to glass bells, and customize your experience with various visual themes. Easily record and share your creations, or use it for relaxation and focus.

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SpaceCraft Granular Synth

Musical Instrument

$9.99

Transform any sound into a playable musical instrument using granular synthesis. Create unique textures, soundscapes, and rhythms from your voice, ambient noise, or built-in samples. Record audio, load files, and save your sonic creations.

Granular synthesis engineRecord audio via microphoneLoad audio files from storage

Create unique sounds by breaking down samples into small fragments and playing them back non-linearly. Explore granular synthesis with adjustable grain size, direction, and step size. Enhance your audio with built-in effects, filters, and modulation options.

Granular synthesis engineAdjustable grain parametersBuilt-in effects (reverb, wave shaper, crush)

SUPER PADS - Become a DJ Mixer

(97)

paid

A new way to make music songs

1000+ DJ kits inspired by famous songsWeekly new tracks, beats, and loopsCreate and share your own music

Create music and feel like a beat maker with this easy-to-use DJ app. Explore over 1000 DJ kits inspired by popular songs and genres, with new tracks added weekly. Record your creations and share them with others.

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Wingbeat Based Synthesizer

Bumbly Synthesizer

$3.99

Create unique sounds by drawing waveforms or using motion controls. This app offers a versatile synthesizer with customizable touch interfaces and a sequencer for composing music.

Draw custom sound wavesCustomizable touch interfaces (ribbon, piano, guitar)Sequencer for drawing music playback

AudioKit Synth One Synthesizer

(1)

paid

Feature-packed Pro Synthesizer

Over 300+ PresetsMIDI SupportVintage-Style Sequencer

This is a free, open-source professional synthesizer app for iOS devices. It offers over 300 presets, MIDI support, a sequencer, and vintage-inspired filters. Learn music production basics and create your own sounds.

Wave Synth Digital Instrument

(27K)

free

Play electronic music sounds

Draw waveforms to create soundMulti-finger note generationCustomizable wave shapes

Create electronic music by drawing waveforms and playing multiple notes simultaneously. Customize sounds with built-in or custom wave shapes and adjust pitch with intuitive controls. Explore a digital instrument designed for intuitive musical expression.

GranSample - Granular Sampler

(1)

free

Quarked - Granular Synth

Beat Pad, FX & Step Sequencer

16-pad granular samplerAUv3 plugin supportStep sequencer

This app offers a 16-pad sampler with a powerful granular engine for sculpting unique audio textures and sequencing patterns. It functions as a standalone application and an AUv3 plugin for popular DAWs. Unlock advanced features with a one-time purchase.

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Granula Synth

Sound Generation

Granular sound manipulationPreset libraryCustom sound import

Explore new soundscapes by manipulating granular audio. This app offers a library of presets, custom sound import, and extensive parameter adjustments for unique music creation. Save your settings and share your sonic experiments.

Omnipotential Instrument

$4.99

This powerful iOS synthesizer and AUv3 extension allows for deep sound design and music creation. Shape sounds with 8 synth blocks, combine oscillators and samples, and utilize a flexible effects chain. It functions as a standalone instrument or within compatible DAWs.

8-block synth architectureOscillator and sample combinationAUv3 instrument support

Audiovisual synthesizer

Experimental audio-visual instrumentSculpt evolving spatial audioManipulate floating capsules

An experimental audio-visual instrument that allows users to sculpt evolving spatial audio by manipulating floating capsules. Position, rotation, and pulse changes affect tone, texture, and synchronized particle generation. It's a visual synthesizer, not a game.