Universal Ramblings

ToneMatrix is a simple sinewave synthesizer triggered by an ordinary 16step sequencer. Hours of fun in other words. Each triggered step causes a force on the underlaying wave-map, which makes it more cute.

If that sounds complex, then go ahead and click here, then draw something on the grid. It’s far easier to understand if you just give it a try.

There’s a sophisticated synth running in the background. It’s possible to make loops that sound pretty awesome. What would be even more awesome is if you could adjust the BPM on the fly.

Its got ‘iPhone App’ written all over it ! Oh wait! There is an Iphone Tonematrix app already…Soundmatrix!

John Holdsworth’s SoundMatrix (App Store link) is a free iPhone version of the ToneMatrix Flash Application, by Andre Michelle, that allows you to create music sequences on your iPhone.

SoundMatrix builds on ToneMatrix, though, letting you  email your creations to your friends or submit them to an online gallery.

If you give SoundMatrix a try, leave a comment here with your thoughts!

Description:

SoundMatrix is a 16 note sine wave sequencer. There is also a two track drum kit to bring your compositions to life.

Tap on the display to add notes to the sequence. For Best results add individual notes gradually to build your composition. Tap undo remove the last notes added or clear to start again. To save a composition use the email button to send it to yourself for posterity.

If you name your composition it can also be uploaded to the public gallery for rating.