Celtic Sounds is a CoreMIDI sound module providing seven traditional Irish and Scottish instruments, including Uilleann pipes, tin whistles, and various bagpipes. Designed for musicians, it supports external MIDI controllers, Audiobus integration, and Inter-App Audio for use within broader music production workflows.
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The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Musicians and producers seeking authentic, transposable traditional Celtic instrument sounds for MIDI-based compositions.
What does it look like?
Key features
Includes seven traditional instruments such as High-D Tin Whistle, Wooden Flute, and multiple variations of Uilleann and Highland pipes.
Functions as a CoreMIDI sound module compatible with external MIDI keyboards, controllers, and file players.
Supports Audiobus 2 and 3, as well as Inter-App Audio for routing sounds into other mobile music applications.
Provides adjustable parameters for transposition, volume, reverb, MIDI channel, and pitch bend.
How much does it cost?
Velocity
Dormant developmentShow more...
5 versions in history. Development pace: zombie.
Who built it?
Michael Eskin
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Competitive landscape for Celtic Sounds MIDI Module
How's the Music market?
The rivals identified
By KORG INC.
Both apps function as iOS MIDI sound modules for music production, targeting musicians who use external MIDI controllers to trigger instrument sounds.
- KORG Module provides an AUv3 plugin architecture for DAW integration, while Celtic Sounds relies on Inter-App Audio.
- KORG Module offers a free entry point with in-app store expansion, whereas Celtic Sounds requires a flat 9.99 dollar purchase.
- KORG Module supports hardware-specific sound unlocking via KORG MIDI controllers, a feature absent in Celtic Sounds.
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Key takeaways for Celtic Sounds MIDI Module
Where is it heading?
Bottom line
While the app offers a specialized library of authentic Celtic instruments, users report significant stability issues and inconsistent performance across different hardware configurations.
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