And I think that this really is a big deal for Android users everywhere. It’s only fair to say that Android hasn’t been well served for mobile music making. There have been a few excellent apps, like Caustic 3 and G-Stomper to name just two, but not the massive amount that have made good use of the iOS platform.
So this is a very positive first step for Korg and for Android musicians everywhere.
Here’s what to expect from KORG Kaossilator for Android.
“KORG Kaossilator for Android” is a synthesizer app that lets anyone enjoy full-fledged instrumental performance simply by freely moving their finger across the touch panel. From electronic sounds to acoustic instruments and drums, you can play a wide range of sounds with a single finger. Also provided is a sequencer that’s indispensable for creating songs, so you can create tracks by recording and layering your performances. This easy yet full-fledged instrumental experience is now available on your Android smartphone.
Features
- Perform using touch gestures: Kaossilator uses the unique X-Y interface. Create melodies and phrases simply by stroking, tapping, or rubbing the touch screen with your finger.
- 150 diverse sounds covering many music styles: Use the 150 built-in sounds to perform and produce a broad range of dance music styles including EDM, hip-hop, house, techno, dubstep, nu-disco, and electro.
- Scale/Key feature eliminates any wrong notes: The Scale setting ensures that the notes of your performance will stay in the key you’ve specified. Choose from 35 different scales including chromatic, major, minor, and even blues scales.
- Loop sequencer for easy track-making and live performance: The built-in loop sequencer lets you layer up to five musical parts. By recording sounds such as synth, bass, chords, sound effects, and drums into each part, you can quickly complete original loop tracks that are distinctively your own.
- Operation Requirements: Android 5.0 or later
Differences with iOS?
So what, if anything, is different from the iOS version? Well, for a start there’s no mention of WIST capability or of course AudioCopy/AudioPaste support, and no mention of how it might work with the Kaossilator 2. However, this is a first release. Perhaps, if it’s a success we’ll see features expand. Who knows?
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