ModSynth Modular Synthesizer
BJ Owings Music & Audio In-app purchases
A polyphonic modular synthesizer for Android
- Rating
- 4.4
- 687 ratings
- Downloads
- 160K+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- In-app purchases
- Updated
- Aug 26
- 2024 · v8.00
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About ModSynth Modular Synthesizer
ModSynth is a powerful modular synthesizer allowing construction of complex polyphonic instruments. Connect any number of oscillators, filters, delays and other synthesizer modules in a graphical editor. Adjust the settings of each module while playing the instrument to get a desired sound. Save as many instruments or variants of an instrument as you'd like. Ten built-in instruments are provided to help you get started.
The free version contains the following modules:
- Keyboard
- Pad (for theremin and "scratching" effects)
- Oscillator
- Filter
- Envelope
- Mixer
- Amp
- LFO
- Sequencer
- Delay (echo)
- Output (with scope to see the sound)
In-app purchase the full version ($5 US) to expand polyphony (from 3 voices to 10), unlock advanced capabilities, and access these additional modules:
- Arpeggiator for sequential playing of the notes in a chord
- Melody for more complex sequences of notes
- MultiOsc for strings and other chorus sounds,
- Unison for more complex chorusing,
- Operator for building FM synthesis,
- PCM for sampled sounds (WAV and SF2 SoundFont files),
- Reverb for simulating room acoustics.
- Crusher for adding digital distortion.
- Compressor to combine all voices and even the sound levels
- Pan to direct sound to either left or right stereo channels.
- SpectralFilter to control the spectrum of a sound with a bank of 25 bandpass filters
- Function module allowing entry of an arithmetic expression for the module's function
The full version also provides the ability to record sounds to a WAV file.
ModSynth has support for external MIDI controllers such as keyboards or DAWs, including mapping of controls to CCs. It has low latency on devices supporting Android low latency. All oscillators are anti-aliased, providing low distortion at higher frequencies.
A guide to using ModSynth can be found at http://bjowings.weebly.com/modsynth.html .
A VST plugin is available to run ModSynth created instruments on VST hosts on Windows. See http://bjowings.weebly.com/modsynthvst.html for the free download and instructions.
The free version contains the following modules:
- Keyboard
- Pad (for theremin and "scratching" effects)
- Oscillator
- Filter
- Envelope
- Mixer
- Amp
- LFO
- Sequencer
- Delay (echo)
- Output (with scope to see the sound)
In-app purchase the full version ($5 US) to expand polyphony (from 3 voices to 10), unlock advanced capabilities, and access these additional modules:
- Arpeggiator for sequential playing of the notes in a chord
- Melody for more complex sequences of notes
- MultiOsc for strings and other chorus sounds,
- Unison for more complex chorusing,
- Operator for building FM synthesis,
- PCM for sampled sounds (WAV and SF2 SoundFont files),
- Reverb for simulating room acoustics.
- Crusher for adding digital distortion.
- Compressor to combine all voices and even the sound levels
- Pan to direct sound to either left or right stereo channels.
- SpectralFilter to control the spectrum of a sound with a bank of 25 bandpass filters
- Function module allowing entry of an arithmetic expression for the module's function
The full version also provides the ability to record sounds to a WAV file.
ModSynth has support for external MIDI controllers such as keyboards or DAWs, including mapping of controls to CCs. It has low latency on devices supporting Android low latency. All oscillators are anti-aliased, providing low distortion at higher frequencies.
A guide to using ModSynth can be found at http://bjowings.weebly.com/modsynth.html .
A VST plugin is available to run ModSynth created instruments on VST hosts on Windows. See http://bjowings.weebly.com/modsynthvst.html for the free download and instructions.
What’s new
Version 8.00 · Updated August 26, 2024
- Modernized recording save logic. (Note that this causes a new ModSynth folder to be created for new recordings.) - Updated Google Play billing as required by Google.
User reviews
INTERESTING LAYOUT ON THE LINKED FX BUTTONS, W/ THE CONVENIENTLY EASY TO ACCESS FINE-TUNING ADJUSTMENT SLIDERS!!! THANKZ ®ModSynth Devz! ✊😉👍🌈💜🌎💚🌏🧡🌍💜🌈🍀☮️💯%🏁
Hello Bj can u make a new mini 3d builder app
Everything has worked very well so far. This is a great modular synth app for coming to grips with how patches work.
Jeavenly Jesud Forgevness of Then.
I installed this on a different phone and it didn't keep the full version!!!! 1 star!!!! Edit: thanks
I've been using easysynth for quite some time. Believe me, if you are new to modular synthesis or cannot afford the modules(like me)...here is a nice substitute. Carry on dev...looking forward to see more such apps in near future.
Frequently asked questions
What is ModSynth?
ModSynth is a powerful modular synthesizer that allows you to construct complex polyphonic instruments by connecting various synthesizer modules in a graphical editor.
What modules are included in the free version of ModSynth?
The free version of ModSynth includes modules such as Keyboard, Pad, Oscillator, Filter, Envelope, Mixer, Amp, LFO, Sequencer, Delay, and Output.
What additional modules and features are available in the full version of ModSynth?
The full version of ModSynth includes modules like Arpeggiator, Melody, MultiOsc, Unison, Operator, PCM, Reverb, Crusher, Compressor, Pan, SpectralFilter, and Function. It also provides the ability to record sounds to a WAV file.
How much does the full version of ModSynth cost?
The full version of ModSynth can be purchased for $5 US.
Does ModSynth support external MIDI controllers?
Yes, ModSynth supports external MIDI controllers such as keyboards or DAWs and allows mapping of controls to CCs.
Where can I find a guide on using ModSynth?
A guide on using ModSynth can be found at http://bjowings.weebly.com/modsynth.html.
Is there a VST plugin available for ModSynth?
Yes, there is a VST plugin available for ModSynth which allows running ModSynth created instruments on VST hosts on Windows. The plugin can be downloaded for free at http://bjowings.weebly.com/modsynthvst.html.
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