GrainHeads

Granular sampler/synthesizer

Free · In‑App Purchases · Designed for iPad

GrainHeads is a granular synthesizer designed for sound designers, musicians, and experimental producers who want deep control over their textures. Load any sample and create multiple independent playheads, each with its own set of parameters and modulatable filter. Shape motion and complexity using a powerful modulation matrix where virtually every parameter can be modulated—including LFOs modulating other LFOs. 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. Key Features • AUv3 support • Multiple independent granular playheads • Extensive parameters per playhead • Powerful sequencer 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 (3 fingers, 6 parameters) • Assignable performance controls • Dice - randomise all parameters with one button for happy accidents on steroids • Scale support for musical playability • Import/export presets PRO version unlocks loading external samples and recording microphone. GrainHeads turns granular synthesis into a hands-on instrument for sound exploration and performance.

Ratings & Reviews

  • 5.0
    out of 5
    3 Ratings

Fixes iOS18 crash on loading sample.

Version 1.9

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Information

  • Seller
    • Andrei Nevar
  • Size
    • 67 MB
  • Category
    • Music
  • Compatibility
    Requires iOS 18.5 or later.
    • iPhone
      Requires iOS 18.5 or later.
    • iPad
      Requires iPadOS 18.5 or later.
    • Mac
      Requires macOS 15.5 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
  • Languages
    • English
  • Age Rating
    4+
  • In-App Purchases
    Yes
  • Copyright
    • © 2026 Andrei Nevar
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