Crystalline - Shimmer Echo FX 1.3.5

Crystalline is an innovative shimmer reverb and delay effect designed for use with Audiobus and Inter-App Audio. It enables users to generate synth-like tones and textures from a wide array of sound sources, making it especially suitable for applications involving guitar, vocals, synthesis, and sound design.

This effects processor offers an impressive variety of sounds, incorporating classic "shimmer" effects reminiscent of the 1980s alongside unique pitch-shifted delays and rich reverbs. Crystalline stands out as a highly creative tool for those looking to explore new sonic dimensions.

For guitarists seeking that elusive shimmer reverb tone, Crystalline can be integrated seamlessly with audio interfaces such as the Apogee Jam. Its versatility supports a range of instruments, allowing for rich audio experiences across different setups.

Crystalline's compatibility extends to Core MIDI via the Camera Connection Kit, USB MIDI interfaces, Virtual MIDI, and WiFi connections. The intuitive MIDI Learn function facilitates easy assignment of controller knobs and sliders to manipulate various effect parameters, enhancing the user experience significantly.

Feedback from the user community highlights the effectiveness of Crystalline. One user exclaimed, "Wow Holy Cow! Guitarism 12-string into Crystalline sounded like 'Under the Milky Way Tonight.' I can't think of an instrument that wouldn't sound fantastic with this effect." Another user remarked, "Crystalline isn't what I was looking for many years... IT'S MUCH MORE!!! I just can't stop using it!!! By far, the best effect for guitar I've used in my life!!!"

Crystalline features two operational modes: PERFORM and TWEAK.

• PERFORM Mode: This mode centers around four XY touch pads, allowing users to manipulate DELAY TIME, FEEDBACK, REVERB, and LOW PASS independently for both left and right channels.
• TWEAK Mode: In this mode, users can utilize large expressive sliders for additional effect parameters, enabling detailed sound customization.

Besides its compatibility with Audiobus and Inter-App Audio, Crystalline can process external instruments such as guitars, vocals, and synthesizers through connections like microphones or professional audio interfaces. Guitarists can leverage these effects live by routing their audio interface output to an amplifier.

The application exhibits extensive compatibility:

• Requires iOS 12.4 or later
• Compatible with iPad Mini/iPad 2 or newer
• Audiobus 3 compatible (Effect, Input, state saving)
• Inter-App Audio compatible (effect node)
• Works with DAW applications including Auria, Cubasis, and Garageband
• Compatible with USB audio interfaces
• Core MIDI compatible

Highlighted features encompass:

• Control over left and right channel delay time, feedback, reverb, and more.
• 16 distinct delay modes for various pitch-shifted delay effects.
• Multiple stereo output configurations including Wide Stereo, Cross Feedback, Stereo Tremolo, and Sum to Mono.
• Delay/Reverb Ducking capabilities with adjustable Sensitivity, Threshold, and Release settings.
• BPM sync for delays per channel or linked.
• MIDI clock synchronization for delays.
• MIDI reception over Bluetooth LE (requires iOS 8).
• A broad spectrum of ambient sound possibilities ranging from shimmering reverbs to dissonant metallic delays.
• Audiobus 3 compatibility with state saving features.
• Inter-App Audio compliance.
• MIDI functionality that supports any controller via MIDI Learn.
• MIDI program change support for preset selection.

Crystalline is optimized to work with a range of professional iOS-compatible USB audio interfaces that have been thoroughly tested for compatibility:

• Apogee Jam
• Apogee Mic
• Apogee ONE for iPad/Mac
• Apogee DUET for iPad/Mac
• Apogee QUARTET for iPad/Mac
• iConnectMIDI2+
• iConnectMIDI4+
• iRig
• iRig HD
• iRig iMic
• Focusrite Scarlett series (requires USB hub)
• Focusrite iTrack Dock
• Alesis io2
• Alesis IO Dock
• Behringer UCA202
• And many more...