Tuesday, December 2, 2025

ExoSphere - Endless Ambient Drift

ExoSphere is a creative tool for shaping continuous ambient and meditative compositions, based on five independent sound layers that merge into a seamless atmosphere.

>>> Get this app on App Store
Universal app for iOS and macOS (AUv3)

It provides an effortless way to create a foundation for ambient tracks or even a complete background piece with minimal adjustments. Designed with slow rhythmic structures in mind, it is especially suited for meditative music and calm soundscapes.

At the heart of ExoSphere are five complementary sound elements, each contributing a distinct dimension to the evolving sonic environment:

  • Core - Deep, evolving drones that anchor the listener with resonant low frequencies, creating a grounding presence in the body.
  • Flow - A layer reminiscent of an instrument, voice, or choir that forms the harmonic foundation of the composition. Gentle shifts its color and pitch, creating a subtle drifting detune that feels fluid and alive.
  • Grain - Layers of stretched environmental fragments - whispers of wind, water, and space - that envelop the listener in a textured, atmospheric sense of place.
  • Shard – Fleeting melodic fragments that surface and dissolve unpredictably, like echoes of imagined songs, sparking shifting associations and evoking transient images.
  • Glow - High, sparkling tones that flicker like light on water, bringing brightness, clarity, and a gentle radiance to the soundscape.

Together, these layers interweave into a living, breathing composition that never feels static. The result is a continuously shifting atmosphere - equally suitable as a meditative backdrop, a creative foundation for ambient production, or a complete standalone piece.

Each layer in ExoSphere is sample-based, giving the user complete freedom to define the sonic palette. You can load your own samples into any of the five layers, tailoring the sound to your personal style and creating highly individual, versatile compositions. For a quick start, ExoSphere also includes a built‑in library of curated samples, offering ready‑to‑use material that can instantly generate immersive atmospheres.

ExoSphere offers an easy start with a minimal interface: choose a factory preset and quickly refresh it by replacing samples, adjusting presence and tone. You can create new variations with the advanced randomizer, while detailed panels provide full control for those who want deeper customization.

>>> A Story of ExoSphere






ExoSphere is a universal application for iOS and macOS. It can work on iPhone and iPad as well as Mac / MacBook with M1 chip (and later). ExoSphere works on iPhone and iPad standalone, as an Audio Unit or Inter-App Audio module, and supports Audiobus and Ableton Link. On MacOS, ExoSphere can works both as a standalone application and as an Audio unit (AUv3) with DAWs and other hosts that support AUv3 plugins. ExoSphere has a built-in detailed description of all parameters also available as PDF file on the application site.



>>> Complete description of ExoSphere 1.0 (pdf)

Demos and reviews:




Thursday, November 27, 2025

ExoSphere - Coming soon

ExoSphere Presets Demo - Endless evolving ambient drift. From deep drones to fleeting sparks, it shapes infinite ambient horizons that never stand still. For iOS and Mac. Coming soon at a special introductory price!

>> Know more about a Story of ExoSphere




Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Gavinski’s Tutorials

The purpose of this video is to help you become familiar very quickly with the basic purpose of each Igor Vasiliev plugin. Each is briefly demoed and explained in a nutshell. These plugins, mostly aimed at experimental musicians, are all available for iOS and I think all of them also run on M1 Macs, standalone and as AUv3. In this video, I don’t look at Igor’s older apps which are not AUv3, like Fieldscaper or Soundscaper. That’s not to say they’re not interesting, many regard them as classics, but I rarely use IAA apps these days, and decided for this video to focus just on the AUv3 ones. There was already a lot to cover!


Thursday, November 20, 2025

Black Friday




These applications form a unified collection of experimental audio tools designed for exploring sound beyond traditional boundaries. Each one offers a different approach - whether through recording, glitch sequencing, feedback loops, granular synthesis, or noise generation - yet all share a focus on transformation, unpredictability, and creative discovery.

Together they provide musicians, sound designers, and multimedia artists with versatile ways to craft drones, textures, rhythmic abstractions, and immersive atmospheres. They are especially suited for ambient, experimental, cinematic, and live performance contexts, where evolving soundscapes and unconventional timbres can become central elements.

In essence, this suite is not about reproducing familiar music but about opening doors to new sonic worlds - tools for those who seek inspiration in noise, rhythm, and the unexpected.



Follow these links to learn more about the app, download the PDF description (also built-in the app) and watch the video demos and tutorials.


>>> Check out the apps features demo on YouTube




Tuesday, November 18, 2025

A Story of ExoSphere

When I began working on ExoSphere, my intention was simple: I wanted a tool that could generate the foundation (or even complete tracks) of long‑form ambient and meditative compositions. I imagined something that could create soundscapes which breathe and evolve, without demanding constant intervention, yet still offering depth for those who wish to shape every detail.

At first, I thought about speed and simplicity. I wanted users to be able to sketch ideas quickly, perhaps with a single press of the randomizer, and hear a draft atmosphere emerge. But I also knew that some would want more: advanced controls to refine each layer, to make the sound truly unique. Balancing these two needs - effortless beginnings and deep customization - became the guiding principle of the design.


One of the core ideas was to divide the generators by their purpose. Each layer: Core, Flow, Grain, Shard, Glow - was given its own role in the sonic architecture. This separation made the system easier to understand and gave better results when parameters were randomized. Another idea was to keep parameters specific to each generator. By limiting controls to what mattered most for each layer, I reduced unnecessary complexity while preserving creative freedom.

Working with ExoSphere is not about following a strict technique. It is about listening, experimenting, and adjusting by ear. The basic process is straightforward - choose a sample, set its tone, presence, density and spatial depth. From there, you refine by adding modulation, letting parameters shift and evolve over time. This is how a simple sketch transforms into a living composition, one that never repeats itself exactly, always unfolding in new ways.

The result is an application with a deep, immersive sound. In headphones, ExoSphere reveals a rich low-frequency foundation and enveloping textures that draw the listener inward. On good speakers, it fills the room with atmosphere, equally suited for meditation, creative work, or quiet reflection. The modulators and sequencer are tied to a shared rhythm, so even a minimal external beat can blend seamlessly into the evolving soundscape.

ExoSphere is a universal app for iOS and Mac and will soon be available in the App Store.


Friday, August 29, 2025

Sound Design

Sound design is as much about imagination as it is about tools.

In one approach, we step into the world of a seasoned professional - surrounded by high‑end microphones, specialized equipment, and the acoustics of a dedicated studio. Here, real‑world sounds are captured with precision, in the tradition of foley - a technique developed for film and television where everyday noises, like footsteps, rustling clothes, or the clink of objects, are recreated and recorded in sync with the visuals to add realism and depth. These recordings are then shaped and refined with advanced software to create the sonic worlds of major films, often in collaboration with well-known composers.


In another, the setting is far simpler - an iPad (or even iPhone), a microphone, and a curious ear. Everyday noises become raw material for atmospheric soundscapes, textured effects, and experimental tracks, all processed within mobile apps. This method may not offer the same depth and flexibility as a professional studio, but it opens the door to quick, affordable, and surprisingly rich results - perfect for indie games, personal videos, or creative music projects.

Both paths share the same essence: listening closely to the world around us, recording its details, and transforming them into something new. Whether working with a full studio or a portable device, the art of sound design remains an open invitation to explore, experiment, and tell stories through sound.





Monday, August 4, 2025

Ambient Tron Soundscaping

In these demos, Jonathan Block takes a hands-on approach to sound design, running a Mellotron M4000 and bass guitar straight through an iPad.

Using both live jams and studio sessions, he shows how today's iOS apps offer a surprisingly full-featured toolbox - from flexible signal routing to fine-tuning effects with precision.

The setup hinges on one key addition: a good external audio interface. With that, the iPad steps up as a lean and portable audio workstation.

It’s a workflow that's both intuitive and affordable, yet capable of delivering studio-quality sound - something that speaks to pros and passionate hobbyists alike.




Here's an ambient Mellotron improv in AUM using the following apps: Stellarvox, VintageRack and Classic FX. The main Mellotron sound is the classic Mk2 3 Violins but I also use sounds from the M400 such as cello, choirs, flute, oboe and saxophones.

This improv is based around Stellarvox, a hybrid reverb app that’s gives you extensive control over reverb tails, including space, tone and time. ClassicFX provides some modulation and delay while Vintage Rack is at the end of the chain for compression and to widen the stereo field with a Dimension D effect.





Here's an ambient bass improv in AUM using Stellarvox and VintageRack apps.

I used a Gibson SG Standard bass with LaBella flatwound strings. This improv is based around Stellarvox, a hybrid reverb app from Igor that’s gives you extensive control over reverb tails, including space, tone and time. I used his VintageRack for compression, modulation and delay at the beginning of the chain. Another instance of VintageRack at the end of the chain for some soft limiting to tame some peaks while using Stellarvox.




Friday, July 18, 2025

Ambient Mellotron

A great demonstration of how real musical instruments can be used together with effects on the iPad / iPhone. Many great iOS apps turn these devices into real sound processors that can be used both in live performances and in studio work. Many apps provide professional grade quality of sound processing, and you just need to adding your mobile setup with a good external audio interface.

Jonathan Block - "Here's an ambient Mellotron improv in AUM using the following apps: Stellarvox, VintageRack and Classic FX. The main sound is the classic Mk2 3 Violins but I also use sounds from the M400 such as cello, choirs, flute, oboe and saxophones. This improv is based around Stellarvox, a hybrid reverb app that’s gives you extensive control over reverb tails, including space, tone and time. ClassicFX provides some modulation and delay while Vintage Rack is at the end of the chain for compression and to widen the stereo field with a Dimension D effect."






Stellarvox (iOS/Mac) is a hybrid reverb with an artificial space designer, combining it with algorithmic reflections tail processing, is ideal to creating immersive ambience of deep spaces, lush atmospheric textures or stunning whispering backgrounds in your ambient, electronic, experimental and sound design projects.

>>> More about Stellarvox  >>> App Store

VintageRack (iOS/Mac) is a minimalistic and convenient multi-effect application that contains modules realistically modeling notable retro gear from the early digital era with their inherent aesthetics and atmosphere. Most of the effects in this application have been inspired and based on the principles of actual hardware from the 70s and 80s, which is great for giving the sound of any instrument the nostalgic and emotional mood of old recordings.

>>> More about VintageRack  >>> App Store

Classic FX (iOS/Mac) is a complete sound effects processor and a mono-to-stereo enhancer with equalizer, effects and reverb, based on specially designed high-quality processing algorithms and suitable for any kind of audio sources. This application will add brightness and expand the sound space of any musical instruments, synthesizers, drums or voice. Unique and diverse effects with unified control parameters provide convenience and ease of customization, while at the same time plenty of room for individual expression and experimentation.

>>> More about Classic FX  >>> App Store


Monday, June 30, 2025

VintageRack in your mobile setup

from The Sound Test Room






VintageRack (iOS/Mac) is a minimalistic and convenient multi-effect application that contains modules realistically modeling notable retro gear from the early digital era with their inherent aesthetics and atmosphere. Most of the effects in this application have been inspired and based on the principles of actual hardware from the 70s and 80s, which is great for giving the sound of any instrument the nostalgic and emotional mood of old recordings.

>>> More about VintageRack







Tuesday, June 24, 2025

VintageRack (iOS/Mac) updated to version 2.0

VintageRack is a minimalistic and convenient multi-effect application that contains modules realistically modeling notable retro gear from the early digital era with their inherent aesthetics and atmosphere. Most of the effects in this application have been inspired and based on the principles of actual hardware from the 70s and 80s, which is great for giving the sound of any instrument the nostalgic and emotional mood of old recordings.

>>> More about VintageRack

What's new:

  • A fresh new app icon to match our evolving identity (*).
  • Seamless preset switching while performing or working - no interruptions, just smooth transitions.
  • Introducing a new on-screen pad panel for instant preset access.
  • Pads can now be assigned to any standard MIDI controller or footswitch for hands free control.
  • Quick MIDI mapping of parameters directly from the main screen - faster than ever.
  • All selector buttons now open popup menus for easier and more intuitive navigation.
  • The audio engine has been significantly optimized for better performance and sound quality.
  • Subtle but meaningful UI improvements to enhance your workflow.
  • An updated app description that better reflects what we're all about.
  • And of course, we've squashed a few minor bugs along the way.

* The new icons for my apps were created and implemented by the wonderful designer Guido Flichman. The minimalist design reflects the essence of the app well. Very grateful to him for this concept. Look out his other works here - https://www.guidoflichman.com




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Thursday, May 22, 2025

SpaceFields (iOS/Mac) updated to version 1.7

SpaceFields - Loop-based mangler effect to create slowly changing rhythmic sound structures in deep reverb space from any external sources or samples. Great for experimenting and designing ambient and noise backgrounds with rhythmic elements.

>>> More about SpaceFields

What's new:

  • New app icon (*).
  • Some improvements of user interface.
  • Optimization of the audio engine.
  • MIDI controls for LFO parameters.
  • Several minor bugs were fixed.
  • Updated app description.

* The new icons for my apps were created and implemented by the wonderful designer Guido Flichman. The minimalist design reflects the essence of the app well. Very grateful to him for this concept. Look out his other works here - https://www.guidoflichman.com



Very interesting demo of SpaceFields and several other apps on iPad together with great instrument Roland Aerophone from the Jonathan Block - The Ambient iPad channel.


If you want to learn more about this app and discover all its amazing possibilities, be sure to check out this review from Gavinski’s Tutorials channel.





Tuesday, May 13, 2025

AltiSpace (iOS/Mac) updated to version 1.5

AltiSpace - Advanced Convolution Reverb is great for adding ambience and depth of space to any instrument, samples or voice in GarageBand and Logic or any other DAW on iOS and Mac. It can also be used as a standalone reverb / effect processor with real instruments, synths and voice in a home studio or live when using an external audio interface.

>>> More about AltiSpace

A large number of ready-made presets from the most famous hardware reverbs and the ability to load your own IR samples, as well as advanced controls make this app indispensable when working with a wide range of source material or mixes.

What's new:

  • New app icon.
  • User interface improvements.
  • Quick preset selection (double-tap on the preset name area).
  • New reverb modes for better stereo ambience (see description).
  • Selecting the type of noise for a more natural sound.
  • Imported IR samples duration increased to 30 sec.
  • Optimization of the audio engine.
  • Several minor bugs were fixed.
  • Updated app description.







Monday, May 5, 2025

Spacefields: A Quirky Euclidean Looper

This walkthrough, review and demo of SpaceFields app from Gavinski’s Tutorials, an experimental looper app that works standalone and as an AUv3 plugin on iPad, iPhone and M1 or higher Macs. It is mainly designed for spacey soundscapes, ambient and experimental music, but can also be used in a cleaner way for interesting Euclidean rhythmic effects on guitar and synth lines etc. There are some things I love about it and others I’m not so crazy about. If you think you can get used to the workflow, it may provide a very interesting and budget alternative to many highly priced and uber-trendy hardware guitar pedals.






SpaceFields - Space ambient machine >> App Store

SpaceFields (iOS/Mac/AUv3) is a mangler effect for creating slowly changing rhythmic sound structures in a deep reverb space from any external signal. Great for experimenting and designing ambient and noise backgrounds with rhythmic elements. >>> More about this app



Friday, April 25, 2025

Spring Sale! All apps!

Follow the link "More about this app" to learn more about the app, download the PDF description (also built-in the app) and watch the video demos and tutorials.

>>> Check out the apps features demo on YouTube




NoiseSpace - Noise textures and backgrounds >> App Store

NoiseSpace (iOS/Mac/AUv3) is an experimental sound generator based on simplex noise, which is then used in a granular synthesis algorithm. This design allows for the creation of a vast array of diverse waveforms rich in harmonics with a rich low-frequency spectrum. >>> More about this app

LoopMangler - Multi-effect glitch sequencer >> App Store

LoopMangler (iOS/Mac/AUv3) is an innovative multi-effect glitch sequencer designed to manipulate rhythmic samples, external input, or output from other applications. This powerful tool operates based on the effect sequence patterns, allowing you to transform ordinary loops into unusual glitchy and noisy textures. >>> More about this app

Stellarvox - Ambient reverb space designer >> App Store

Stellarvox (iOS/Mac/AUv3) is a hybrid reverb with an artificial space designer, combining it with algorithmic reflections tail processing, is ideal to creating immersive ambience of deep spaces, lush atmospheric textures or stunning whispering backgrounds in your ambient, electronic, experimental and sound design projects. >>> More about this app

NoInputMixer - Feedback-based instrument >> App Store

NoInputMixer (iOS/Mac/AUv3) is an experimental feedback-based musical instrument that models an analog mixing console, designed to create a wide range of amazing, otherworldly electronic sounds by feeding the mixer's output back to its input. >>> More about this app

GlitchScaper - Rhythm & Glitch machine >> App Store

GlitchScaper (iOS/Mac/AUv3) is a rhythm machine with six sound generators, each controlled by a two-layer cycle sequencer, designed to easily create glitchy patterns and scapes. >>> More about this app

VintageRack - Easy vintage vibe effects >> App Store

VintageRack (iOS/Mac/AUv3) is a minimalistic and convenient multi-effect application that contains modules realistically simulating notable retro gear from the early digital age with their natural lo-fi and warm aesthetics. >>> More about this app

SpaceFields - Space ambient machine >> App Store

SpaceFields (iOS/Mac/AUv3) is a mangler effect for creating slowly changing rhythmic sound structures in a deep reverb space from any external signal. Great for experimenting and designing ambient and noise backgrounds with rhythmic elements. >>> More about this app

AltiSpace 2 - Advanced convolution reverb >> App Store

AltiSpace (iOS/Mac/AUv3) is a convolution reverb app with advanced controls that provides realistic sounding natural acoustic space or vintage reverb devices for any track or mix. >>> More about this app

SoundSaw - The art of sound destruction >> App Store

SoundSaw (iOS/Mac/AUv3) is a complex sound processing app with easy-to-use controls designed to distort the sound of musical instruments or voice, and give the sound the aesthetics and atmosphere of noise, lo-fi, chiptune and experimental music scene. >>> More about this app

BeatCutter - Rhythm slicing & recombining >> App Store

BeatCutter (iOS/Mac/AUv3) is an experimental multi-channel app for slicing and recombining sound based on rhythm. In the center of the app is a matrix of sample cells with smoothly reconfigurable recording, playback and control busses. >>> More about this app

ClassicFX - Reworked classic audio effects >> App Store

A complete sound effects processor and a mono to stereo converter with equalizer, effects and reverb, based on specially designed high-quality processing algorithms and suitable for any kind of audio sources. >>> More about this app

SynthScaper - Soundscapes synthesizer >> App Store

Synthesizer specially designed for creating and experiments with ambient soundscapes in wide range from noises to melodic instruments and everything in between. >>> More about this app

SynthScaper LE - Multitimbral atmospheric synth >> App Store

The special lightweight version of SynthScaper LE lets you easily create and modify your own multi-timbral pads and atmospheric soundscapes. >>> More about this app

FieldScaper - Field recorder & scapes constructor >> App Store

Advanced field recorder combined with a sound warp engine and a collection of ready to use dynamic presets for iPad and iPhone. >>> More about this app

SoundScaper - An experimental sound mini lab >> App Store

SoundScaper is an experimental sound mini lab for creating unusual soundscapes, atmospheric textures, drones, glitches and noises based on circuit bending principles. >>> More about this app

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

NoiseSpace: All details

A curated series of video reviews reveals all the details of NoiseSpace - an experimental sound generator for creating noise textures and backgrounds. These engaging overviews dissect every detail - from its dual-output design to its sophisticated noise texturing and real‑time modulation - making them essential viewing for anyone keen to grasp the full capabilities of this application.

Thanks to Gavinski’s Tutorials and SoundForMore Tutorials for exceptional reviews of NoiseSpace. Your detailed insights and engaging breakdowns have provided a clear window into the application features, making its sophisticated noise generating capabilities accessible to everyone.



SoundForMore Tutorials:









Gavinski’s Tutorials:






Thursday, March 13, 2025

NoiseSpace (iOS/Mac) updated to version 1.1

With this update you can use NoiseSpace as an effect with other apps or even with real instruments. The new filter allows the input source to be modulated by the noise generator signal. It is something like ring modulation, but more varied and experimental. It is possible to use an external signal instead of a noise generator for one or more generators. The input signal will pass through the same filters and effects for the main and background layers.

Also in this update:

  • Added the option to feed input signal to all generators.
  • The phases of all LFOs are synced with the beat clock.
  • Added generator number to the control panel.
  • Fixed issue with MIDI controls for generators.
  • Added several new presets.
  • Ableton Link has been updated.
  • A few more minor bugs have been fixed.
  • The description has been updated.



NoiseSpace is an experimental sound generator based on simplex noise, which is then used in a granular synthesis algorithm. This design allows for the creation of a vast array of diverse waveforms rich in harmonics with a rich low-frequency spectrum. The generator is controlled by just a few simple parameters.

>>> More about NoiseSpace



NoiseSpace app & distortion music "Technoise" by michael nervOus





Tuesday, March 4, 2025

NoInputMixer vs. NoiseSpace: A Comparative Analysis

In the realm of experimental sound design, NoiseSpace and NoInputMixer emerge as two distinct yet complementary tools, each offering unique features and unparalleled potential for creativity. As the creator of these applications, I am excited to delve into their conceptual and functional differences, while also highlighting the shared vision that unites them.






NoInputMixer: The Unpredictable Musical Instrument

NoInputMixer, on the other hand, is a true musical instrument that thrives on unpredictability and experimentation. This app models an analog mixing console and effects rack, allowing users to create otherworldly electronic sounds through feedback loops. The sound is generated by connecting the input and output, creating a feedback loop that resonates and evolves. Filters and effects further shape the tone, adding harmonics and depth.

Key Features:

- Analog mixing console and effects rack modeling
- Feedback loop creation for unique sound generation
- Ready-to-use presets and parameter randomizer
- Versatile user interface with classic mixer or single channel control

>>> Get this app on App Store (iOS/Mac)



No-input mixing is an avant-garde sound design technique where the output of a mixer is fed back into its input, creating a feedback loop. This method transforms the mixer itself into a dynamic, self-contained sound generator, capable of producing a vast array of unpredictable and otherworldly electronic tones. By manipulating various mixer parameters, such as volume, EQ, and effects, sound designers can explore a rich tapestry of sonic textures and atmospheres, perfect for experimental music, sci-fi soundscapes, and unique audio effects. Despite its complexity and inherent instability, no-input mixing offers boundless creative potential for those willing to embrace its unpredictability.

See more >> No-Input Mixing



NoiseSpace: The Advanced Sound Generator

NoiseSpace is an experimental sound generator that employs simplex noise and granular synthesis to create a vast array of harmonically rich waveforms. This app excels in producing gritty textures, complex patterns, and deep, mesmerizing backgrounds, making it an essential tool for ambient compositions, sci-fi soundscapes, and industrial atmospheres. The application is user-friendly, with a dedicated "Create" button that generates unique presets, enabling immediate exploration and creativity.

Key Features:

- Simplex noise and granular synthesis for diverse sound textures
- Easy-to-use "Create" button for instant preset generation
- Advanced filters and low-frequency modulators for sound customization
- Dual output system for layered sound design

>>> Get this app on App Store (iOS/Mac)



Simplex noise is a type of gradient noise used in procedural texture generation, providing smoother and less repetitive results compared to traditional Perlin noise. Granular synthesis, on the other hand, is a sound synthesis method that involves dividing a sound into small fragments called grains, which are then layered and manipulated to create complex textures and evolving soundscapes. Combined, these techniques enable the creation of rich, harmonically diverse audio, perfect for crafting intricate and immersive sonic environments.

See more >> Noise



Conceptual Differences:

NoiseSpace is an advanced sound generator focused on controlled chaos. It uses modern synthesis techniques to create a rich, varied sound palette, making it suitable for crafting intricate and captivating sonic structures. Its primary strength lies in its ability to generate harmonically rich textures with minimal user input.

NoInputMixer, in contrast, is an avant-garde musical instrument that embraces the unpredictability of feedback loops. It offers a dynamic and expressive way to create and manipulate sound, with each knob and slider potentially altering the sonic landscape in unexpected ways. This app is ideal for those who seek to explore the boundaries of experimental sound and live performance.

Shared Vision and Creative Potential:

Despite their differences, both NoiseSpace and NoInputMixer share a common goal: pushing the boundaries of sound design. They offer musicians and sound designers unique tools for crafting original compositions, soundtracks, and special effects. NoiseSpace's advanced synthesis capabilities complement NoInputMixer's dynamic feedback loops, providing a comprehensive toolkit for creative exploration.

Whether you are drawn to the controlled chaos of NoiseSpace or the experimental nature of NoInputMixer, these applications will inspire you to explore new realms of sonic creativity. By harnessing the power of these innovative tools, you can unlock new dimensions of sound and elevate your musical projects to unprecedented heights.

In conclusion, NoiseSpace and NoInputMixer represent two distinct pathways in the journey of sound exploration. Their unique features and shared vision make them invaluable assets for anyone seeking to push the limits of experimental sound design. Let these applications guide you as you venture into the depths of sound and discover the limitless possibilities that await.


Wednesday, February 26, 2025

NoiseSpace - Noise textures and backgrounds

NoiseSpace is an experimental sound generator based on simplex noise, which is then used in a granular synthesis algorithm. This design allows for the creation of a vast array of diverse waveforms rich in harmonics with a rich low-frequency spectrum. The generator is controlled by just a few simple parameters.

>>> Get this app on App Store
Universal app for iOS and macOS (AUv3)

Despite its somewhat chaotic and atonal nature, it is great for creating rich noise, gritty textures, complex patterns and deep, dark, mesmerizing and tense backgrounds. It is especially suitable for creating ambient compositions, as well as sci-fi, industrial, post-apocalyptic and horror atmospheres. This app also serves as a powerful tool for noise art and sound design, offering users the ability to craft intricate and captivating sonic structures. With its focus on deep, hypnotic, and tension-filled soundscapes, NoiseSpace is an essential tool for musicians, sound designers, and artists exploring experimental and textural audio creation.

Starting with NoiseSpace is remarkably easy. The application features a dedicated "Create" button that generates unique and interesting presets ready for immediate use, requiring only minimal adjustment to suit the user's needs or ideas. Additionally, it includes options for generating sequences and patterns, and for simple tone and modulation creation for each generator, making the application user-friendly and ready for immediate exploration right from the start.

Key Features:

Five Sound Generators: Utilizes simplex noise and granular synthesis to create diverse sound textures.

Versatile Sound Options: Offers a vast range of sound variations with just a few parameters.

Advanced Filters: Includes both classic and complex filters for each generator.

Low-Frequency Modulators: Each generator is equipped with three LFOs that can control most parameters.

Dual Output System: Each generator has a main output and a special output for background sound.

Layered Sound Design: Generator outputs are combined to create two layers - main sound and background.

Pattern and Texture Creation: Features an internal sequencer / binary counter for managing generators.



Quick Reference:

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NoiseSpace is a universal application for iOS and macOS. It can work on iPhone and iPad as well as Mac / MacBook with M1 chip (and later). NoiseSpace works on iPhone and iPad standalone, as an Audio Unit or Inter-App Audio module, and supports Audiobus and Ableton Link. On MacOS, NoiseSpace can works both as a standalone application and as an Audio unit (AUv3) with DAWs and other hosts that support AUv3 plugins. NoiseSpace has a built-in detailed description of all parameters also available as PDF file on the application site.



>>> Complete description of NoiseSpace 1.1 (pdf)

Demos and reviews:

NoiseSpace Soundscapes Maker, AUv3 - Tutorial 1: Getting Started (SoundForMore Tutorials)

NoiseSpace Soundscapes Maker, AUv3 - Tutorial 2: Sound Control Parameters (SoundForMore Tutorials)

NoiseSpace Soundscapes Maker, AUv3 - Tutorial 3: Main Gate and Filters (SoundForMore Tutorials)

NoiseSpace Soundscapes Maker, AUv3 - Tutorial 4: Input Modulation (SoundForMore Tutorials)

NoiseSpace Soundscapes Maker, AUv3 - Tutorial 5: Background Layer (SoundForMore Tutorials)

NoiseSpace Soundscapes Maker, AUv3 - Tutorial 6: LFOs and Randomisation (SoundForMore Tutorials)

This New iOS/Mac Plugin is Perfect for Soundscape & (Dark) Ambient (Gavinski’s Tutorials)

NoiseSpace (SoundScape Plugin) Just Got Even Weirder! (Gavinski’s Tutorials)

NoiseSpace - Noise Textures & Backgrounds - Demo for the iPad (The Sound Test Room)

Noise textures and backgrounds | iPad and Chase Bliss MOOD MKII demo (e y l v y)

First Time With NOISESPACE (A Tribute To "Baiyina" By Pat Martino) (Ken Karsh)