Grainstorm
The Secret Laboratory Music & Audio In-app purchases
Sampler / Looper/ Synthesizer based on Granular Synthesis
- Rating
- 4.6
- 1.1K ratings
- Downloads
- 238K+
- on Google Play
- Price
- Free
- In-app purchases
- Updated
- May 26
- 2026 · v1.9.5
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About Grainstorm
Use as/for:
• Tool for Sound Design
• Experimental Musical Instrument
• Fun
Key Features:
• Fast and lightweight
• Four tracks
• Stereo Mode
• Loads sound files of up to seven minutes length in any audio format
• Effects like Convolution Reverb, Channel Vocoder, Phase Vocoder
First use instructions:
1. Press POWER. Upper right power button turns on audio engine which is TURNED OFF on startup to save battery.
2. Press EJECT. Load a sound file.
3. Press PLAY.
A manual can be found here: https://grainstorm.rocks.me/instructions.html
Recommended device specifications:
• ARMv8 CPU
• 2GB+ RAM
• Android 10+
It is not recommended for low end devices.
• Tool for Sound Design
• Experimental Musical Instrument
• Fun
Key Features:
• Fast and lightweight
• Four tracks
• Stereo Mode
• Loads sound files of up to seven minutes length in any audio format
• Effects like Convolution Reverb, Channel Vocoder, Phase Vocoder
First use instructions:
1. Press POWER. Upper right power button turns on audio engine which is TURNED OFF on startup to save battery.
2. Press EJECT. Load a sound file.
3. Press PLAY.
A manual can be found here: https://grainstorm.rocks.me/instructions.html
Recommended device specifications:
• ARMv8 CPU
• 2GB+ RAM
• Android 10+
It is not recommended for low end devices.
What’s new
Version 1.9.5 · Updated May 26, 2026
- Fixed MIDI Learning: Resolved an issue where MIDI learning would stop responding after mapping a single parameter. - Fixed ENV CYCLES parameter
User reviews
very cool!
You have no idea how happy I am to be able to use this app again; it's a fully featured granular synth for 10% of the price—there's no way to go wrong with that.
great app! please please please drop an update that allows midi to control pitch
Just perfect. Soon i will buy it. Thank you for PayPal 😘
Worth the price
I believe i have fallen in love. I have found nothing even close in the app store
Frequently asked questions
What can Grainstorm be used for?
Grainstorm can be used as a tool for sound design, an experimental musical instrument, or just for fun.
What are the key features of Grainstorm?
The key features of Grainstorm include being fast and lightweight, having four tracks, stereo mode, the ability to load sound files of up to seven minutes in any audio format, and various effects like Convolution Reverb, Channel Vocoder, and Phase Vocoder.
How do I use Grainstorm for the first time?
To use Grainstorm for the first time, follow these instructions:
Where can I find the manual for Grainstorm?
You can find the manual for Grainstorm at this link: https://grainstorm.rocks.me/instructions.html
What are the recommended device specifications for using Grainstorm?
The recommended device specifications for using Grainstorm are having an ARMv8 CPU, 2GB or more RAM, and running on Android 10 or higher. It is not recommended for low-end devices.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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