Elastic OSC is a synthesizer app for iOS that expands Mutable Instruments Plaits into a full-featured, polyphonic plugin. Developed by Oliver Greschke, it brings the legendary 24-engine macro-oscillator to iPhone and iPad, adding 8-voice polyphony, X/Y touch automation, and direct DX7 bank import. Elastic OSC is available now on the App Store starting at $14.99 for the core app, with additional pro LFO packs sold as in-app purchases.
What’s New in Elastic OSC?
Unlike most Eurorack-to-app ports, Elastic OSC fully reimagines Plaits for touch-based control and mobile performance:
- 8-voice polyphony vs. hardware's monophonic design
- Intuitive X/Y pad for modulation and automation
- DX7 bank import for classic Yamaha-style FM synthesis
- 24 synthesis engines including granular, wavetable, FM, analog, and physical modeling
- Built-in FX chain for studio-quality processing
- Modular-style randomization and parameter locking
- Works as standalone or AUv3 plugin (AUM, Cubasis, Logic Pro for iPad)
- Core edition: $14.99; optional Pro LFO pack: $3.99
Desktop support (Mac/Windows, VST3/AU) is planned but not yet available.
Who Is Elastic OSC For?
Elastic OSC is designed for synth enthusiasts, modular fans, and mobile producers who want the Plaits sound with modern compositional flexibility. While the stock Plaits module is prized for its compactness and versatility in Eurorack rigs, Elastic OSC makes it far more flexible—polyphony, mobile portability, and expanded modulation are ideal for beatmakers and live performers. If you use iPad with apps like AUM, Cubasis, or Logic Pro, Elastic OSC slots right into your workflow.
Pricing, Upgrades, and Compatibility
Elastic OSC is sold directly on the App Store with a simple pricing structure:
- Core App: $14.99 one-time
- Pro LFO Pack: $3.99 optional in-app
- Desktop version: Announced, not yet released Supported formats:
- iOS standalone
- AUv3 for iOS plug-in hosts Future updates are expected for desktop compatibility (AU/VST3).
Quick Facts: Elastic OSC supercharges Mutable Instruments Plaits as an iOS synth app for $14.99, with extra LFO modulation available for $3.99. Desktop plugin versions are planned for later release. Get full details at audio news source.
Try Elastic OSC for iOS—download on the App Store today.
FAQ
How much does Elastic OSC cost?
Elastic OSC is priced at $14.99 for the core app, with a $3.99 optional Pro LFO pack.
Is Elastic OSC based on Mutable Instruments Plaits?
Elastic OSC uses DSP code from MI Plaits, expanding it for touch, polyphony, and effects.
Will Elastic OSC get a desktop version?
Desktop AU and VST3 formats for Mac/Windows are planned, with release dates yet to be announced.