Description:iOptigan is a music instrument app that authentically recreates the classic Optigan optical disc organ for iPhone and iPad. Play nostalgic chord loops and lead melodies with the signature retro lo-fi character, switch between vintage disc libraries, and capture ideas fast. Ideal for producers, sound designers, and performers seeking a unique vintage texture in modern workflows. Core features include an authentic Optigan-style sound engine with chord buttons and melody keyboard, an expandable disc library with tempo control and built-in effects, and seamless integration via AUv3, MIDI, Audiobus, Ableton Link, and audio export for music production and live performance. Keywords: virtual instrument, music production app, vintage instrument, retro lo-fi, iOS music, MIDI, AUv3.
How to use:1. Download and open iOptigan, then connect headphones or speakers for best sound.
2. Open the Library, browse discs, and load one to set the instrument’s chords, rhythms, and timbres.
3. Use the chord buttons to trigger backing patterns and the on-screen keyboard to play melodies and riffs.
4. Adjust tempo, volume, and effects to shape the lo-fi character and match your project or performance.
5. Optional: Enable MIDI to play from an external controller or load iOptigan as an AUv3 in your DAW for multitrack recording.
6. Tap Record to capture your performance, then export audio to Files or share to your DAW for further production.