Report updated Apr 21, 2026

Overview · Full Intel report in progress

tardigrain is an established music app that is a paid app. With a 4.5/5 rating from 95 reviews, it shows polarized user reception.

What is tardigrain?

Tardigrain is a granular synthesizer for iOS that enables users to manipulate audio samples through non-linear playback and real-time processing. It functions as both a standalone app and an AUv3 plugin, offering advanced modulation capabilities via MIDI, MPE, and internal LFOs. The app is notable for its integration with professional iOS audio ecosystems like AudioBus and AUM.

Current Momentum

v1.2 · 4mo ago

Steady

Last updated 146d ago. 5 versions tracked.

Competition

Rivals identification in progress

7-Day Rank Pulse 🇺🇸

Music
#84
NEW
MusicPaid

Rating Pulse 🇺🇸

What makes this app unique?

What Does It Look Like?

What Are The Key Features?

Granular Synthesis EngineStandard

Allows for chromatic playback of audio fragments with adjustable grain size, direction, and step size.

Integrated Effects SuiteStandard

Includes a wave shaper, reverb, sample crusher, and a resonant filter for sound design.

Advanced ModulationStandard

Supports parameter modulation via MIDI, MPE aftertouch, four LFO sources, and a built-in note trigger sequencer/arpeggiator.

Professional Audio IntegrationStandard

Compatible with AUv3, AudioBus, Inter-App Audio, and AudioCopy for seamless workflow integration.

How much does it cost?

Paid

Who Built It?

Analysis in progress, available soon

What do users think recently?

Analysis in progress, available soon

View the full user-sentiment analysis

Mood gauge, ratings & review-volume history, every praise / complaint / request, and sentiment over time.

Go deeper

Analysis in progress, available soon

What is the competitive landscape for tardigrain?

How's The Music Market?

How does it evolve in the Music market?

Rank progression

8 active rankings tracked — 30-day window

No rank history available for this chart.

Strategic analysis coming soon

SWOT, key takeaways & outlook

The outtake for tardigrain

Key Takeaways

Tardigrain is a highly regarded, intuitive granular synth for iOS, though some users report challenges with sample management and gain staging.

Where Is It Heading?

Trend analysis

Available very soon

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AI-powered analysis with editorial review, built from publicly available sources. Marlvel.ai is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by tardigrain, its developer, the app publisher, Apple, or Google Play. All trademarks, logos, and screenshots referenced remain the property of their respective owners.

Cite this report

Marlvel.ai. “tardigrain Intelligence Report.” Updated Apr 21, 2026. https://marlvel.ai/apps/tardigrain

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