Andrei Nevar has updated GrainHeads, available as a FREE download with an in-app purchase that unlocks the Pro version. The Pro version unlocks loading external samples and recording microphone,
What’s new in version 2.0:
- Added 4 sample slots, playhead can decide where to take grains from with 4 available slots. This parameter can be modulated by LFO in Heads tab.
- Added bezier curves for envelope generator for grains. Draw any shape.
GrainHeads is a granular synthesizer designed for sound designers, musicians, and experimental producers who want deep control over their textures.
Load your own material into four sample slots and create multiple independent playheads, each able ta choose which sample to play from. This opens up rich. multi-source textures–blend, switch, or modulate between sources for constantly evolving sound design.
Each playhead has its own set of parameters including a fully modulatable filter, and now features a drawable grain envelope. Shape each grain using splinter or Bézier curves, giving you precise control over transient character and spectral detail.
Shape motion and complexity using a powerful modulation matrix where virtually every parameter can be modulated – including sample slot selection, enabling dynamic switching or scanning via LFOs and other modulation sources. LFOs can even modulate other LFOs for deeply nested movement.
Performance is built into the core of GrainHeads. Use the 3-finger 2D touch pad to control up to 6 assignable parameters simultaneously, making expressive real-time manipulation easy.
A flexible effects section with re-routable signal flow lets you further sculpt your sound and create evolving granular landscapes.
Features include:
- AUv3 support
- 4 sample slots per preset
- Per-playhead sample selection (modulatable, LFO-able)
- Multiple independent granular playheads
- Extensive parameters per playhead
- Per-playhead drawable grain envelope (splinter / Bézier)
- Powerful seauencer with parameter locking
- Polyrhythmic sequences, clock divisions Modulation matrix with deep routing
- LFOs can modulate other LFOs
- Ableton Link
- Per-playhead modulatable Moog-style ladder filter (self oscillating, with overdrive)
- Re-routable effects section
- Multi-touch 2D performance pad (4 fingers, 8 parameters)
- Assignable performance controls
- Dice – randomise all parameters with one button for happy accidents on steroids
- Scale support for musical playability
- Import/export presets
- Customize app look and feel to your taste
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