Gradient Synth is now free to download, making it easier for everyone to explore sound and create.

New unlock options:

Lifetime Ownership unlocks AUv3, MIDI, saving presets, and more preset generations.
Supporter Edition includes lifetime ownership plus unlimited use of the Preset Generator.

If you’ve supported Gradient Synth before, your purchase is honored with Lifetime Ownership, and you’ll see a special option to upgrade to Supporter Edition.

Improvements:
	•	Over 50% CPU performance improvement.
	•	15+ new stock presets added.
	•	Improved AUv3 stability and compatibility, including more reliable loading on older devices and hosts.
	•	Presets and state restore more reliably when reopening the plugin, with safer fallback defaults when host state is unavailable.
	•	Improved compact AU layout for smaller host windows, including better presets UI and visualizer behavior.
	•	Smoother MIDI responsiveness in AU and overall stability.
	•	Hardened purchase and entitlement flow with clearer pending, retry, and restore handling.
	•	Ready for Apple Intelligence when available.

Thanks for being part of the Gradient Synth community.

Gradient Synth is now free to download, making it easier for everyone to explore sound and create.

New unlock options:

Lifetime Ownership unlocks AUv3, MIDI, saving presets, and more preset generations.
Supporter Edition includes lifetime ownership plus unlimited use of the Preset Generator.

If you’ve supported Gradient Synth before, your purchase is honored with Lifetime Ownership, and you’ll see a special option to upgrade to Supporter Edition.

Improvements:
	•	Over 50% CPU performance improvement.
	•	15+ new stock presets added.
	•	Improved AUv3 stability and compatibility, including more reliable loading on older devices and hosts.
	•	Presets and state restore more reliably when reopening the plugin, with safer fallback defaults when host state is unavailable.
	•	Improved compact AU layout for smaller host windows, including better presets UI and visualizer behavior.
	•	Smoother MIDI responsiveness in AU and overall stability.
	•	Hardened purchase and entitlement flow with clearer pending, retry, and restore handling.
	•	Ready for Apple Intelligence when available.

Thanks for being part of the Gradient Synth community.

Gradient Synth is now free to download, making it easier for everyone to explore sound and create.

New unlock options:

Lifetime Ownership unlocks AUv3, MIDI, saving presets, and more preset generations.
Supporter Edition includes lifetime ownership plus unlimited use of the Preset Generator.

If you’ve supported Gradient Synth before, your purchase is honored with Lifetime Ownership — and you’ll see a special option to upgrade to Supporter Edition.

Improvements:

	•	Over 50% CPU performance improvement.
	•	15+ new stock presets added.
	•	Improved AUv3 stability.
	•	Ready for Apple Intelligence when available.

Thanks for being part of the Gradient Synth community.

What’s New in Gradient Synth
• User presets now sync between AUv3 and standalone
• Preset tokens from standalone also sync to AUv3

We’re celebrating big this month:
Gradient Synth turns 1 and we’re launching its sibling app, Chime.

To mark the moment, Gradient Synth is just $0.99 until our anniversary on June 22.

Thanks for being part of the journey

You tapped. A sound emerged. Something unexpected… and kind of beautiful.

This update smooths out a few bumps and quietly asks for a little feedback.

Because even small improvements can unlock big ideas.

WHAT'S NEW IN GRADIENT SYNTH 1.5.0

Introducing the Preset Generator
Sound design has never been this simple—or powerful. The new Preset Generator lets you create or edit custom presets effortlessly. Simply describe what you want to hear, and the generator transforms your ideas into sound. Whether you’re crafting something entirely new or refining an existing preset, it sparks your creativity and opens the door to endless possibilities.

Your custom creations are saved automatically, inviting you to dive deeper into exploring, experimenting, and discovering new sounds without missing a beat.

Additional Updates and Fixes

• Redesigned preset page for a cleaner, more intuitive experience. Managing and exploring your presets is now easier than ever.
• The app remembers where you last left off, so you can pick up right where you stopped instead of returning to the initial preset.
• Improved usability for both portrait and landscape modes.
• Minor bug fixes for enhanced performance and reliability.

This update puts powerful tools for creativity right at your fingertips. Update now and experience the freedom of designing your own sounds with Gradient Synth!

Have fun turning colors into sounds!

Gradient Synth keeps evolving! This update is packed with new ways to customize, manage, and share your unique presets, paving the way for something exciting on the horizon—a soon-to-come Preset Generator (in beta now)!

What’s New in Version 1.1.5

New Features:

Swipe to Share: Now you can share your musical creations with just a swipe! Simply swipe right on any user preset to share it with friends or collaborators. Try it out and spread the sound.
Enhanced Preset Management: Managing and organizing your presets has never been easier. We've refreshed the user preset manager to keep your sounds right where you need them.
Improvements:

Better Circle Positioning: Adjustments to the color change circle make for smoother and more responsive interactions.
System Message Update: We've updated system messages for clearer feedback when interacting with Gradient Synth’s features.

Bug Fixes:

Release Adjustment: We fixed an issue with the decay/sustain control, making adjustments more precise for those perfect fades.

Stay tuned for our upcoming Preset Generator beta release, where you’ll be able to create custom sounds with even more ease. In the meantime, enjoy exploring and sharing your presets!

Update now and keep your musical journey with Gradient Synth going strong!

Have fun turning colors into sounds!

Unlock your musical potential with Gradient Synth! Our latest update brings exciting new features, enhancements, and important bug fixes to ensure you have the smoothest and most inspiring experience possible.

What's New in Version 1.1.0
New Features:

• MIDI CC Control (Beta): We're excited to introduce MIDI CC control! This new feature lets you control different parameters of the synth using external MIDI devices. You can find and even edit the list of available MIDI CC controls under Settings. It's in beta, and we'd love your feedback!

Enhancements:

• Better Color Handling: We've fixed a bug with the color picker, so saving and recalling your presets with custom colors now works perfectly.

• Presets Now Load on macOS: We've resolved the issue with preset loading on macOS, so now you can load your presets without any hassle.

• Smoother Number Input: Entering values with the number pad is now easier and smoother. Just tap on a numerical parameter, and you're good to go!

Bug Fixes:

• Preset Recall: We’ve fixed an issue with preset recall to ensure all your settings come back exactly how you saved them, including the overtone fader and FX nodes.

Update now and continue your journey of musical creation with Gradient Synth!

Are you creative?

Unlock your musical potential with Gradient Synth! Our latest update brings exciting new features, enhancements, and important bug fixes to ensure you have the smoothest and most inspiring experience possible.

What's New in Version 1.0.3

New Features:

• Enhanced Preset Management: We've done some behind-the-scenes work for more efficient and smoother preset loading with standalone and AUv3. Your favorite presets are now just a tap away!

• Left-Hand Edit Mode: By popular demand, we've added a left-hand edit mode for “fav mode” as well.

• Something for the Kids: Prevent accidental settings pop-ups with the new long press feature in simple mode, a special request from 2-year-old Conrad.

• Animate User Presets: Your presets now include tone modulation! Activate modulation, select your favorite shape, or create custom shapes in the tone editor.

Enhancements:

• More of Your Favorites: We've increased the grid width in “fav mode” for a better user experience on iPad.

• Faster Loading: Removed some unnecessary code to get you into the action more quickly.

• Smooth UI Animations: Enjoy a more dynamic interface with added animations to preset recall in the editor.

• Hidden Visuals: Visualizer options now get out of the way when you turn the visualizer off in settings.

• App Persistence: The app will now remember more of your settings and state across sessions, so you can pick up right where you left off without missing a beat. Thanks, Mark!

Bug Fixes:

• Stay in “fav mode”: Resolved an issue where resizing windows at a certain resolution with “fav mode on” would turn “fav mode off.”

• Preset Recall: Fixed UI issues with saving and recalling the overtone fader and FX nodes for user presets… also did you hear they animate smoothly on preset changes now?

• Color Picker: Addressed a colorful bug when saving presets with RGB values at their max.

• MIDI Performance: Improved MIDI note-on performance and fixed missing note-off handling for better synchronization. There are still some known issues with MIDI and the panic button not working 100% as intended. Thank you for your patience!

*Note: If your app becomes large in file size, consider deleting presets with custom shapes you no longer need, as they take up more space than a normal preset.

Update now and continue your journey of musical creation with Gradient Synth!

• Enhanced Preset Loading: Enjoy more stability when loading your favorite presets.
• Left-Hand Edit Mode: Based on a suggestion from Gavinski, we've added a left-hand edit mode. Now you can switch the edit and pad positions for easier access, perfect for portrait mode on iPad. Find it in settings.
• Improved iPad Layout: We've fine-tuned the visualizer placement for a better portrait experience on iPad and adjusted spacing for a cleaner look in landscape mode.
• iPad Multitasking Improvement: Layout adjustments for smaller window sizes.
• AUv3 Enhancements: Your presets will now load correctly on init, and views will layout appropriately when resizing.
• Updated description and keywords