Meteaure Studios have updated the iOS version of Polaris, currently available for $4.99.
What’s new in version 1.0.1:
- Presets and user samples folders from standalone and AUv3 are now shared
- Plugin parameters can now be controlled from the host in AUv3
- Remote files from iCloud can now be accessed properly from the app
- Sequencer internal tempo is now always synchronized to host tempo in AUv3
- Default AUv3 window size is now properly set in AUv3
Polaris is an intuitive musical sketch pad tailored for phones and tablets so you can capture your ideas on the go. The design philosophy is simple: provide the essentials in an accessible, but powerful format to get ideas down whenever and wherever inspiration strikes. The end result is a music production app that allows you to skip the complicated learning curve of traditional Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) so you can get to the fun part sooner.
Export your patterns as audio files with the built-in recorder. From short loops to longer performances, your recordings are ready to use in any music app, desktop software, or in Polaris itself. When recording, everything is captured in real time meaning that you get every knob twist, step edit, and seamless switch between projects. This results in perfectly cut, ready-to-use loops with no extra editing required.
The sequencing logic in Polaris was inspired from modern drum machines and grooveboxes. Simply press a step on the 4×4 grid to start your creative journey. Create sequences on up to six tracks to combine their different sounds.
One of the perks of electronic music production is the variety of sounds you can experiment with. Get started with Polaris’ meticulously curated sample bank, which should keep you busy for a while. Want to do it your way? Load your own samples directly into the app for limitless sonic exploration.
For even more variety, try the synth engine, featuring a dual-oscillator architecture.
The sample and synth sound engines should cover most of your needs, from creating lush pads and deep rumbling basslines to bright plucky notes and sharp drum hits.
In addition, each track includes a multimode filter so you can sculpt your frequencies however you want, while the built-in distortion module can give you a little extra punch.
After crafting the perfect combination of sounds and sequences for your project, use mixing tweaks to magnify and fine tune your pattern.
Watch Doug’s overview HERE.
Polaris offers standalone and AUv3 support.
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