Fluss is a granular synthesis tool developed by Bram Bos and Hainbach that enables users to manipulate audio through a physics-based touch interface. It supports standalone and AUv3 plugin workflows, allowing for live processing, recording, and sample importing to create complex textures and drones.
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The App DNA
What makes this app unique?
For Musicians and sound designers interested in experimental audio synthesis and tactile, performance-oriented sound manipulation.
What does it look like?
Key features
Supports WAV file importing, live audio recording, and real-time processing via standalone and AUv3 plugin formats.
Utilizes a physics-based UI where sliders and XY pads can be flicked to create continuous, bouncing modulation patterns.
Feeds processed audio back into the grain engine to generate evolving, reverb-like textures.
How much does it cost?
Velocity
Intense developmentShow more...
5 versions in history. Development pace: intense.
Who built it?
Bram Bos
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What do users think recently?
How are ratings & reviews evolving?
Not enough recent reviews to extract reliable themes yet.
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Competitive landscape for Fluss - Granular Playground
How's the Music market?
The rivals identified
By Image Line Software
Both apps target mobile music producers, but Fluss focuses on experimental granular synthesis while FL Studio Mobile provides a full multi-track production environment.
- Fluss uses a physics-based kinetic touch interface for granular synthesis, whereas FL Studio Mobile relies on traditional multi-track arrangement.
- Fluss is free to use, while FL Studio Mobile requires a $14.99 one-time purchase.
- Fluss supports AUv3 for third-party plugin integration, a feature currently absent in FL Studio Mobile.
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Key takeaways for Fluss - Granular Playground
Where is it heading?
Bottom line
Fluss distinguishes itself by replacing traditional LFOs with a physics-driven, kinetic touch interface designed for expressive granular sound design.
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