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.
Waiting eagerly for this to drop- saving Black Friday funds for when it happens!
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DeleteDear Igor, I'm excited and looking forward to the release. I really enjoy using some of your instruments and effects because they simply sound fantastic. Some are very accessible, others a bit more challenging and require working through the manual. That's why I'm extremely curious to see how this has been handled this time.
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love the color scheme of Synthscaper and Synthscaper LE. It looks so futuristic and inviting at the same time.
But visually, Exosquere reminds me more of Glitchscaper and Spacefields, which also have a sci-fi vibe, but the color scheme doesn't appeal to me. It seems too dark and monotonous, makes me depressiv ;-)
I would be happy if you were to be bolder with color in the future, or perhaps offer an alternative bright scheme (like Bram Bos with Fluss).
Please don't misunderstand, I love your ideas and sounds; it's just about the visuals, because aesthetics play an important role for me, at least. I prefer to open such instruments and FX more often :-)
Sunny greetz from Germany
Rob
I'm very glad that you like my apps! Yes, I've switched to a minimalist design for UI, as it seems more acceptable to most users than the more colorful UI designs. But I'll try to add a more cheerful theme in future updates :)
DeleteWow, that would be amazing!
DeleteThat sounds good! And just to add my two cents: I am also a long time user and fan of your apps - old as new - and while the sounds and your creativity never disappoints, I really love the bold design choices of your earlier stuff. SoundScaper and BeatCutter are still some of the most beautifully and originally designed apps I know of. So, I know it is a balance, and that tastes can differ a lot, but definitely do not be afraid of experimenting in this area too! :-) Anyway, looking forward to the new app!
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