Import Scala .scl tunings, explore User Scala systems, and fine-tune drones with clearer cents feedback for deeper microtonal control.
16 Drones is an ambient drone synthesizer built for evolving textures, harmonic soundscapes, and expressive in-key performance.
Shape layered drones with a custom wavetable engine, per-voice controls, per-voice custom drone envelopes, and an additional subtractive layer. Then perform on top with a dedicated Play voice that stays in the same scale.
Designed to be deep but immediate, 16 Drones gives you rich timbral control, musical scale exploration, expressive performance options, flexible MIDI workflow, and both standalone and AUv3 operation.
Features:
16 drone voices for layered evolving textures
Custom wavetable synthesis with per-voice control
Per-voice custom drone envelopes for motion and character
An additional subtractive layer for extra depth and weight
A dedicated Play voice for expressive in-key performance
Rich musical and exotic scales
Standalone app and AUv3 instrument support
MIDI input support for performance and control
MIDI Learn for fast hardware mapping
Aftertouch expression support, including polyphonic aftertouch
Factory presets for fast inspiration
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Scala import and clearer microtonal tuning feedback.
Scala Import
- Import Scala .scl tuning files directly from the Tuning tab.
- Imported Scala tunings appear as User Scala options in the Tuning selector.
Microtonal Feedback
- Fine Tune now shows clear cents values while editing.
- Unquantize shows its cents range for easier calibration.
Version 3.2
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Information
Provider
Ruben Terron Rodriguez
Size
8.8 MB
Category
Music
Compatibility
Requires iOS 18.0 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 18.0 or later.
iPad Requires iPadOS 18.0 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 15.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
