Marco Synth
4 Osc Dual Hard Sync Synth
$4.99 · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
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Marco is a powerful 4-oscillator synth built around dual hard sync, with independent shaping on every oscillator. Randomize to spark fresh ideas, then tweak to shape them - a fast, tactile workflow made for finding your own sounds, not just recalling presets.
Marco is a new kind of synthesizer built around three breakthrough ideas:
• Dual Hard Sync - two parallel hard-sync chains running side by side
• Four oscillators, each with its own signal shaping path
• Intelligent randomization and tweak system
The result is shimmering harmonics, screaming overtones, and evolving timbres no other iOS synth can give you.
Whether it's your first synth or your fortieth, Marco meets you where you are. Hit the dice for an instant new sound. Cycle through every valid Dual Hard Sync combination with one tap. Or dive deep into per-oscillator sound design when you're ready.
DUAL HARD SYNC
• Two parallel hard-sync chains - A, B, or free per oscillator
• One-tap cycling through every valid Dual Hard Sync combination
• 10 Signature presets built around Dual Hard Sync
FOUR INDEPENDENT OSCILLATORS
• Waveforms: sine, triangle, saw, ramp, pulse, noise
• Filters: LP 6/12/18/24, BP, HP, Notch, Formant
• Envelopes: VCA + Filter, linear or exponential, drone mode
• LFOs: filter, volume, wavefold, pitch - with phase, reset, fade and clock sync
• Glide: exponential, linear, log, S-curve, legato
• Master FX bus with drive, compressor, delay, reverb, stereo width and limiter
• Hard sync and wavefolding
• Link envelopes, filters, LFOs, glide or effects across oscillators when wanting traditional shaping
• Monophonic sounds usually only possible in large modular setups
INTELLIGENT RANDOMISATION
• Musical preset generator - usable sounds, not chaos
• Generate by style: Mild, Wild and Recipe
• Target by category: Bass, Lead, Pad, Keys, FX, Drone
• Tweak system for subtle, context-aware variations
• One-tap dice button for instant inspiration
EFFORTLESS WORKFLOW
• Consistent UI across all four oscillators
• Per-oscillator scopes with live visual feedback
• Live LFO indicators on every modulated parameter
• Expressive XY pad
• Built-in keyboard on iPad standalone
BUILT FOR REAL MUSIC
• 100+ presets, including 10 Signature sounds
• Preset import / export
• Master Preset import / export
• Deep MIDI: full Note + CC mapping (CC mapping AUv3 only)
• Dedicated MIDI for Random Generate, Tweak, Dual Hard Sync Cycle, Scope, Preset Browser, XY Pad (AUv3 only)
• Clock-synced LFOs lock to host tempo
• AUv3 plugin - works in AUM, Loopy Pro, Drambo, Logic Pro, GarageBand, Cubasis and more
• Built-in song player with public domain tracks (standalone only)
Ratings & Reviews
• New Text Size option – Added a new preference for adjusting the size of slider labels and values, as well as Hint text, for improved readability.
• Clearer per-oscillator controls – In Per-Osc mode, an oscillator that is off will have all respective controls dimmed, making it easier to see which controls are currently active and available on every tab. This also applies to the XY Pad and the Osc 1–4 buttons.
• AUv3 MOD Wheel fix – Resolved an issue affecting MOD Wheel assignments when using Marco as an AUv3.
• Improved Preset Browser navigation – Reopening the Preset Browser now automatically returns to the currently selected preset, even when it is further down the list.
• Clearer preset saving – Renamed Save New to the more familiar Save As.
The developer, Glenn Vassallo, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
Accessibility
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Information
- Seller
- Glenn Vassallo
- Size
- 6.5 MB
- Category
- Music
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 17.6 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 17.6 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 17.6 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 14.6 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Copyright
- © Amici Instruments 2026

