Sound
How can I adjust the overall volume?
There is no overall volume control within the app. Use the up/down buttons on the phone, or the slider in Control Center or the lock screen.
Can I add my own sounds?
Currently you can only use the included sounds.
Can I publish a song or video that I created using the app?
Yes! You are free to use the app to create and publish your own songs and soundtracks. There is no copyright restriction. (This does not include permission to re-sell the sounds in the form of a sound library or construction kit.) You do not need to credit us, but we'd love it if you do!
What instruments were sampled, and how?
- Tri Synth, PWM Synth, and Saw Synth are from a Vermona Mono Lancet 15. Sync Synth is from a Moog Subsequent 37.
- The electric bass is a Fender Player II Precision Bass, recorded direct.
- The acoustic guitar is a Martin Road Series All-Solid 000, recorded with a Neumann TLM-102.
- The electric guitar is a Fender American Pro Classic Telecaster.
- The semi-acoustic guitar is an Epiphone ES-339.
- Both the electric and semi-acoustic were played with a Boss Waza Booster Preamp, PowerStage 170 power amp, and a Mesa Boogie 12" open back cabinet. They were recorded with a Shure KSM-137.
- The piano, marimba, vibraphone and strings are from the freely available library recorded at the University of Iowa Electronic Music Studios.
MIDI
Can I use an external MIDI controller?
Yes! Currently you can send MIDI notes with pitch bend data to the Live Instrument that is also controlled by the onscreen keyboard. Set the MIDI channel in Settings.
Does the app send MIDI to or receive MIDI from other apps?
This is being considered and may be included in a future update.
Exporting audio and recording
Is my microphone or any other input included in the audio recordings?
No, only sounds generated by the app itself are included.
Is is possible to record each of the three parts separately (multitrack) for use in a DAW?
This and other DAW-oriented features are being considered, and may be included in a future update.
Compatibility
What iPhones are supported?
Any iPhone running iOS 18.6 or later is supported, including iPhone Duo.
What iPads are supported?
Any iPad running iPadOS 18.6 or later is compatible.
What Macs are supported?
Any Mac running macOS 15.6 (Sequoia) or later is compatible. Both Apple Silicon and Intel processors are natively supported.
Will it run on Android phones?
Sorry, no, there is currently no Android version.
Will it work as a plug-in?
Sorry, no. But you can record audio files for import into your DAW.
Is internet access required?
No. Once you've downloaded the app, it will work without a connection.
Is the app available in other languages?
Currently it is only available in English.
ChordFountain vs DroneLab Pro
Is ChordFountain an update to DroneLab Pro?
They may look similar, but ChordFountain is an all-new app with a different sound engine. It is based on concepts from DroneLab Pro, but takes them in a new direction with arpeggiator-based soundscapes and shifting harmony.
I have already purchased DroneLab/DroneLab Pro. Is there a discounted crossgrade to ChordFountain?
Thank you for your purchase! But unfortunately, no. The App Store doesn't provide a straightforward way to offer this kind of discount.
Privacy
Is any of my data collected?
No. Use of the app is not tracked.
Do I need to allow access to my microphone?
No, the app does not request, or access, your microphone, contacts, or location.
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