The Incredible Story of AudioKit Synth One // 1st Pro Open-source iPad & iPhone Synth

[@joserijo9082]

Lots of respect for everyone in the community who worked on getting this tool out for the greater good. Music should be accessible for everyone.

[@analogmatthew]

Well said. Your kind words humble us. Stay awesome!

[@hr0727]

MATTHEW FECHER thanks for the awesome app

[@stephennielsen8722]

Music - the universal language

[@analogmatthew]

Indeed, Stephen! Worldwide and universal! 🎹

[@krispybeatzzz1878]

I thought it was math 🤔 😂

[@_.Dylan._]

@@krispybeatzzz1878 math may be universal but music is cooler

[@krispybeatzzz1878]

@@_.Dylan._ agreed

[@ZaneProductionzGamez]

This is by far an app that stands out, I was searching for apps to create music, synth app was just perfect, I had to sell a lot of equipment after I was in a car accident and unable to work for over a year, I would have paid for it, top notch and works great with midi, I have been working all night on this, I feel so lucky that you guys did this for the people, my music is for the people and you made one major step easier plus you just proved open source was very possible on iOS, I write about the people who have fallen on hard times, and I won’t quit, I get a chance to rebuild a life of passion in music that I thought was over, I can’t thank everyone enough who is on this project, i will contribute in anyway I can, music has helped me focus on making tracks instead of all the pain and my loud mind, I wouldn’t have it without people like you guys, thanks so much, midi works amazing with synth one number one app, keep up the amazing work

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you for the kind words. Hope you're able to use Synth One in your music!

[@AFLive]

How do u SAVE music on it ??

[@Ardorstorm]

Holy shit, props to you dude, I’m sorry you lost your equipment but I hope you can rebuild your future and thrive in it now

[@j.stribling2565]

Matthew, I remember being born into a world without synthesizers, at least any within the reach of mere mortals. And then as a young teenager, wanting the Mini-Moog with all my might - an instrument that was far beyond my means to purchase. And now, I have lived long enough to see a truly professional grade instrument open-sourced into the world... this was a noble dream that astoundingly has become reality. Thank you and your team.

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you! I had the same experience growing up in a poor rural area. I would hear synthesizers on the radio. But, I (or my family or friends) couldn't afford one! Thanks for your kind words. 🙏

[@JonMurray]

Just popping by to say what has already been said but should be said again. And more! Thank you so much dude and thank you so much to everyone who was and still is involved. It really warms my little cold black heart man. Music is universal and you all have put an outrageously powerful and usable synth into every person who has an iPads hands. Really really cool thing to do guys. Awesome. ✌🏻🖤

[@issiewizzie]

I've always thought open-source and apple don't mix ... so hopefully this will be beginning of things to come

[@kreacherk6166]

What is there not to like about synth apps of the future, @audiokitpro is making major moves auv3 is almost here people🎹💚

[@Roninkinx]

Don’t worry, it won’t.

[@Littlebrownchicken]

It’s an app, the app isn’t made my Apple.

[@intothedragon]

Thank you so much for this fantastic synth. I've just spent 6 hours straight in one of the most ethereal cosmic and beautiful sound experiences ever.

[@lizethdelgado2513]

I don’t even know how much this will and does mean to all of us including myself and I can still feel immense gratitude for this app, the effort, and then so!!!! Thank you all!!!! -Adam

[@Chocochips798]

Is it the exact same as a real synth?

[@lizethdelgado2513]

@@Chocochips798 I am not of the caliper to be able to exactly answer that to he degree unto which you deserve in your asking. But I can say its super legit and then some. As well as constantly worked on, out, and/or added upon. in a literal synth ... in any synth of the word.. I still have no clue.. its an app.. on a screen, for a digital work space its awesome and its free... so.. its not like any synth I've seen.. even if its my first..... all seriously (still) its pretty legit !!

[@eriddle]

How sad is your life that you actually downvoted this video?

[@QH-173]

Found the redditor

[@ZaneProductionzGamez]

No kidding I love this app!!

[@CrackerBoy13]

Well, 1.4k >11 😂

[@OfficialFatLip]

i gave it a thumbs up and a hard d1ck up and i like twerking!

[@SIRROBERTTHEKEYTARMINATOR]

Ed Riddle Agreed!!!

[@plantegg7085]

I’m so glad they continued with this

[@2.7petabytes]

I’m highly impressed!! Thank you so much for your hard work! I really think this synth sounds great!! I fully support what you’re doing! As a matter of fact I just came across the app in the App Store and have been tinkering with it for the last couple of hours. I’m blown away by its sound!

[@OliverGreschke]

The app is totally amazing and the presets are totally inspiring. Thank you for this app !!!

[@analogmatthew]

Thanks for making Elastic Drums! 🥁🎛

[@delena4evertvd267]

i cannot. express. how much you guys creating a free app like this, to help people make music, means to someone like me. thank you from the bottom of my ♡.

[@daysofbeingfly]

Thank you for doing so for a better world.

Hats off to all involved. This is something amazing!

[@TrayLittle]

So sick! Can’t wait to cook up beats with this!

[@analogmatthew]

Sweeet! Can't wait to hear the beats you make with Synth One!

[@gracaemusica]

You guys are incredible! Thank you for being so generous with your time and talents! May God bless you all for your beautiful hearts. The idea of making this a free app to help people with little or no money is simply amazing!❤

[@joabking2920]

I would like to thank all of you that worked on this cause I feel that music is such an amazing form of expression and emotional release so for you to make this available to everyone is just awesome

[@rifosi]

I just started to tweak a little bit with this and I’m already excited about it. Very nice work, guys!

[@synthanatomy]

Congrats Matthew :) High respect for this project :)

[@analogmatthew]

Thanks Tom, High respect for you! 🙏

[@alanoffer]

I love this APP I’m a guitarist that never had any interest in synth sounds . But this has really interesting sounds that I’m using in my recordings .. thanks

[@analogmatthew]

Wow, you are very kind! We appreciate your amazing words and looking forward to hearing the music you make with Synth One! 🙌

[@dailybread6839]

How do you record sounds, and can you layer up tracks I. E adding drum 🥁 beats with bass sounds etc

[@mythilimusic]

Just downloaded this onto my iPad. What an achievement and a great example of morals before money. I'm so impressed by the creativity, kindness and altruism behind this endeavour.

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you 🙏

[@ladyhollman9534]

4 years going and a big THANK YOU!!! All the best wishes to you all

[@jellyhammer]

Absolutely fantastic synth, take a bow all who had anything to do with this....had it on my phone but went out and bought an ipad just to use it, now using it via bluetooth with my guitar synth, amazing....thank you !

[@cristhian900]

Thanks to this app I was able to get into synthesizers and now back into music making. Thank you all who worked and volunteered on this project. The internet is great!

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you so much. You're awesome!

[@cristhian900]

MATTHEW FECHER As are you and all the volunteer coders and musicians who contributed their time and effort into making something as humbling and awesome as this for everyone!!! Happy New Year to all!

[@iancivil2370]

I’m a 50 (and some years ) old who had to take early retirement from nearly 30 years in emergency health care and now returned to my musical roots. As such I’ve only just come across this app and like others, have commented the opportunity to have access to this growing up would have been beyond my wildest dreams. Thank you so much to you and your team for giving us this and especially your philanthropic kindness to share. It’s benefitted my mental welfare enormously.and no don’t inspire so many to make dreams come true.

[@benbol1364]

This app is sooo unbelizeable. I spend most of my free time browsing through the beautiful sounds. Thanks to all who contributed to this amazing tool.

[@analogmatthew]

Thanks Ben, you're awesome!

[@freenfinity]

I have many pro and not cheap apps and I still felt in love with this app in seconds. Great job. 👏👏👏

[@duneideannaer5990]

Mathew Fecher I salute you all that got together to give us this app. Thankyou Thankyou

[@braindedpxl]

As someone who has zero experience with synths, this one has been a really cool tool for me to get experimenting and learning... I absolutely love it. Thank you for this!

[@blueavianbeing2530]

To all the music genius who share your talents, great respect to you guys, amazing tool that benefits everyone. Thank you so much.

[@jannistsintsaris]

Dear Matthew, what can i say. This synth is simply awesome. Lot of respect to you and all people that worked on this lovely project. I simply wanna say thank you guys.

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you. Hope you get to make some awesome music with it! 🎹🔥

[@Mwindchime]

I am one of those people who received a free iPad. I got it from the Alabama Institute for the deaf and Blind in Dothan Alabama. I am blind. I love that this app is voiceover accessible. I don't know what all the buttons and knobs do, but I love playing around with this app. It's really fun. Thank you.

[@Littlebrownchicken]

Yep

[@xbsoft]

Absolutely the best synth app out there! I am a coder and a musician and this resonates with me very closely. Thank you to everyone who created and worked on AudioKit Synth One :)

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you so much. You're kind words humble us!

[@all1nerd377]

Never change! This app is beyond amazing! You guys are true heroes of synth

[@imoses]

AudioKit Synth One is easily my favorite synth app. Hard to believe it's free! Seeing all that went into creating it, I appreciate it all the more!

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you for your kind and amazing words. Hope you make some beautiful music with Synth One. And, please. Spread the word! 🙌

[@lulwutmusic]

Seeing the email in my inbox made my day! Thanks for staying true and keeping up with development. It looks as though it's gonna be my dream IOS synth!!! Thanks guys!

[@analogmatthew]

Thanks! It won't be the best iOS Synth ever. But, it will be the best free one!

[@lulwutmusic]

MATTHEW FECHER maybe but analog synth x is fantastic! If it follows in its footsteps, I'll be super happy!

[@Jamestyros4]

Outstanding work guys. Thanks to everyone who worked hard to make this free synth possible. It’s incredible.

[@analogmatthew]

Thanks James, we really appreciate your kind words 🙏

[@lurkers9380]

This is absolutely amazing

[@rebeccas7799]

At my high school my main instrument is the synth but I could never practice at home so this made my day thank you so much!

[@analogmatthew]

That's amazing!

[@Bob-fj7lr]

55 seconds in and almost in tears. Gonna pay y'all back one day, I promise

[@neildenari1007]

Thanks to everyone around the world who brought this to life! It’s a story much bigger than the synth itself, which of course is fantastic!

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you Neil for your kind words and support! 🙏

[@ANSWERTHECALLOFJESUSCHRIST]

I downloaded this synth today and was super impressed by it. Then I downloaded the FM Player and almost lost my mind. Preset after preset I was smiling and getting lost in the music. Such great quality sounds and effects! I had to buy D1 as a gesture of gratitude. It just finished downloading on my iPad Pro minutes ago. I will go to sleep and "unwrap" it tomorrow. Thanks for making these awesome synths. God bless you. Peace! ☀

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you. Your kind words move us. And, thanks for supporting the AudioKit project by getting D1. You're awesome!

[@rafik2910ify]

Already having fun with it , great job guys. Many thanks

[@thedeepblueskys]

Just discovered it today and I’m really impressed with it, and that’s coming from someone that used all hardware synths primarily.

[@TheShadowless]

I really appreciate the thoughts and efforts behind this app! I couldn’t thank you guys more ❤️

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you!

[@TheShadowless]

MATTHEW FECHER The thanks all belong to YOU! 🙂

[@alicemursteinlesbefaen666]

absolutely amazing app, ive used it for a few weeks now and im in love

[@Samuel-is8mk]

Highest respect to all the volunteers!

[@whoozl3540]

Congratulations Matthew! I was counting days until the 28th of June and AudioKit Synth One came on the dot for download as promised! Great work! It's completely free but I'd like to appeal for donations!

[@honza_kriz_bass]

I discovered this synth only few days ago and it is already my favorite synth ever! Brilliant!!! 👏🏽👌🏽🤘🏽

[@analogmatthew]

Your kind words humble us. 🙏Hope you make beautiful music with it!

[@honza_kriz_bass]

@@analogmatthew I hope I can help you guys developing it, once I become skilled enough at coding! 😉 Wish you all the best!!! 😎

[@seramerika]

Love the idea, the effort and obviously the synth! Thank you all!

[@iggita]

Guys, thank you for this App!!!! You are my heroes! I dream about new IPad, 'cause mine is so old that many plug-ins are not for us)))))))))))) But I'm so happy to learn this App and everything 'connected with it. Thank you so much for the opening the whole world for me!)

[@marcuscopley131]

I downloaded the app this week it’s awesome. Thankyou to all involved in its development

[@KonstantinGenz]

Actually think your first UI design that is shown in the start was even better, looks so friendly 🤭

[@jessicajenks4075]

Thank you so much for your generosity of time and your passion to share music with the world

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you Jessica, you're very kind! Have a wonderful week!

[@jessicajenks4075]

Thanks again!

[@EfrainMcshell]

I am one of them I always wanted to have a Waldorf q or at least a Roland no 8080, but I found the basic synth one recently and it is incredibly that you can have all this in it it full fills my mind

[@plucollective604]

An excellent project and top notch app. Really appreciate the scale contributions by Marcus Hobbs and the many significant updates since the app was first released.

[@djpuzzleofficial]

Stoked brotha! Loving this synth!! Proud to be a tiny piece of the puzzle.

[@analogmatthew]

Tiny? Your sounds are HUGE. People are gonna love 'em!!!

[@analogmatthew]

Piece of the "Puzzle" 😂 I SEE WHAT YOU DID THERE! 🙌

[@melodypudding]

Your heart, love and persistence are so beautiful. You should be on school books man.

[@analogmatthew]

Your kind words humble us. Have a wonderful day! :)

[@ItchyTrigahFingah]

Thank you so much! I’m working poor barely even keeping the lights on literally so this is wonderful!

[@shalomormsby]

Wow, I love your mission to make high-quality music production software open source and available to as many people as possible! You guys rock! Much respect. Power on! ❤️

[@EdBMetal]

Great background story! I have been looking forward to this synth for a while. Glad to see the progress. I had no idea what was even involved and how many people were actually working on it. Awesome endeavor and mission to make this available for the less fortunate ones who cannot afford the other music apps out the there.

[@EdBMetal]

So glad to also see that the release is just around the corner despite your big set back due to iOS11. I still have not upgraded to 11 yet on purpose. I am sure it will only reduce my battery life even more and introduce orher issues as part of Apple's famous planned obsolesence scheme... Glad to see not everyone is like Apple (blinded by greed and indifferent who they are screwing over). Kudos for your efforts!

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you, Ed. It's people like you that keep us going! 🙏

[@jaredwoods89]

I just downloaded it, and it is seriously so amazing. It’s what I’ve been looking for, and ridiculous that it is free. But way better than spending money on something that is more basic. Thank you!

[@billsimpson1085]

WOW! I’ve been messing around with it today and I’ll say this is the best sounding synth available on the iPad. I will be using it on future songs for sure!

[@analogmatthew]

Hey Bill! We're humbled and flattered that you like it. Looking forward to hearing the music you make with it! 🙌

[@sinisterjon]

This is one amazing app that has my head swimming with ideas....

[@lasillusionaryworld585]

Simply just.....THANK YOU SOOOOO MUCH, it has inspired me to get back to music, which is heavenly, so thank you all for your hard work and making it free for peeps who can’t afford such programs. 🙏💕

[@BargenMusic]

Thank you Matthew. The synth is absolutely incredible. I wish i was a developer so i could help.

[@analogmatthew]

Thanks Lucas! Your kind words mean the world to us. A way to help is to share the synth with other musicians and friends! Thank you! 🙌

[@BargenMusic]

I just did with a friend actually! hahah cheers!

[@analogmatthew]

You're awesome! 👏

[@MeerkatMuzic]

Can’t wait that’s everyone for all the hard work.

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you for checking out, can't wait to hear the music you make with it!

[@michaelgjensen]

Easiest to use, best synth ever. Great for both beginners or pros. Thank you. We have waited a long time for this.

[@TozBourne]

Matt and Company...thanks in advance, it’s gonna be great. Doug’s sound demo about blew me away.

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you so much! He wasn't even showing Brice & Red Sky Lullaby's presets... 😀

[@ralphradyk6970]

Awesome work guys, much respect ✊🏼 I actually spent hundreds on app’s, but this... is one of my favourite. Don’t stop talking a magic and lots of good vibes from me to all of YOU 🤙🏼

[@bartellasbabyfeb2025]

Thank you for the apps you make! all musician will appreciate it of what you guys created the app for all music.

[@MatthewJohnCrittenden]

A fine, fine thing. We live in a golden age for mobile music making thanks to efforts like these. I liken this to VCV Rack which will also go places and open synthesis up to everyone. Good luck with the launch!

[@analogmatthew]

Thanks Tim, it's amazing to think what could happen in the future!

[@spectoelectro4596]

Thank you guys ❤

[@fightswithspirits915]

I'm not a musician but love music, musicians and instruments by craftsmen. Today, I found this app and will explore where it makes me on this life's journey. The results may be painful for most, but will be all mine :)

[@binthem7997]

This is what it's all about! Making music making available to the masses and including people that can't afford paying insane amounts for VSTs thank you for making the world a better place by releasing this for free!

[@estebanlicea8909]

Thanks guys! You are amazing, I hope music evolves with your great app.

[@analogmatthew]

Thanks Esteban, you're too kind!

[@cooperthealien5500]

Using this app for a Netflix show in proposal. This should push it over the TOP!

[@lesposey1440]

I just found this the other day , I’m having a blast and learning something ...thanks

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you, Les!

[@ikaika6390]

Thank you guys foreal.

[@zzjet1]

Amazing, inspiring, congrats on monumental achievement and thank you for made AudioKit, source code available to everyone ... very humble when people come together and collaborate for the betterment of mankind so priceless

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you, well said!

[@josephmann6675]

You embody the spirit of all that is wonderful about music. Thank you so much. You are an inspiration to me, and I can’t wait to see all the inspiration that will come as a result of your hard work. The world is a better and more musical place because of you. 🙏

[@analogmatthew]

Thank you, Joseph. Your kind words inspire us. You are a great person!

[@franciscomsosa]

This is such a good product and such a noble mission behind it. Love the story, great job!

[@RainbowHii]

I downloaded the app today, this is the most beautiful thing in the internet world. In a Chinese proverb: 相见恨晚 Great job AudioKit!

[@edzielinski]

Great story. I really like AudioKit apps, and use them quite often.

[@davide2.07]

A big thank to you guys is in order. Well done!

[@thoughtsauce7225]

Kinda would love to see this come as a AU for Logic. Someone like myself can learn the in and outs of a synthesizer on the go. Then apply the practice to my DAW.

[@analogmatthew]

Great minds think alike. We're trying to make it as a free & open-source plugin for Logic

[@tomnussbaumer]

High quality open source projects for IOS are such a rarity. Thanks to everyone who contributed!!!

[@Zorrocovers]

You guys are awesome!! I didn’t know anything about this soo before I downloaded it and I’m glad I did, this is a cool project and I hope some one makes some epic music with this app so you guys can get more awareness and keep it growing

[@Funisim]

Most non-negative, ultra progressive initiative. Love the app

[@bobbo924B]

Great video, narrative worthy of Joseph Campbell. Looking forward to it. Thanks, Matthew and everyone, 100+ times.

[@analogmatthew]

Thanks Robert! That's a very flattering comparison. And, I always appreciate your support and kind words. Thanks for being awesome! 🙌

[@ChadWellsForReal]

Good job Fecher. This is pretty impressive.

[@analogmatthew]

Thanks Wick! \m/

[@coderdude9417]

I downloaded this. Thank you I’ve been looking for a free synth app to learn how to use a synth

[@ExposetheTr7th]

God bless your heart for your kindness.

[@analogmatthew]

Bless you, too. Hope you're able to make beautiful music with Synth One. :)

[@aeliayousaf]

Just downloaded it - what an amazing product. Thanks guys

[@analogmatthew]

You're amazing! Thank you. And, please spread the word to your fellow musicians 🙏

[@jznnotjason]

So amazing for so many reasons. Awesome work.

[@analogmatthew]

Thanks JZN, you're awesome!

[@HolyTrillion]

Thankyou guys good work 100%

[@joseluisreyesmunoz9660]

Thanks for your work to do a free synthesizer. I’ll recomend it to the IPad Users I know.

[@thealexthealex8206]

We need more people like you who are down to help beginning music.This is amazing thank you so much Matthew.Hopefully this will help me get started🖤🖤🤘🏻

[@pirudalertdetdecha]

Love this! Really love the quality here! Easy to use and beautiful applications✨👌💯