SWAM VariFlute1.2.3

Discover VariFlute - The Gateway to Audio Modeling

VariFlute is the first instrument of the new Discovery Line by Audio Modeling, designed to open the doors of Physical Modeling to everyone. For the first time, you can explore the depth and beauty of this cutting-edge technology on your iPad or iPhone, with an app that is affordable, intuitive, and inclusive.

With VariFlute, the world of flutes expands beyond imagination. From recorders to pan flutes, shakuhachis, bansuris, and even entirely new, never-before-heard instruments - all become possible. By adjusting parameters such as pipe length, diameter, and material, you can sculpt your own unique sound in real time.

Why VariFlute?

A Gateway to Physical Modeling
Experience the same advanced technology behind Audio Modeling’s award-winning SWAM instruments, now made accessible for every musician.

Versatility Beyond Samples
Unlike static sample libraries, VariFlute responds to your playing in real time. Shape expression, vibrato, dynamics, and articulation with unprecedented realism.

Create Your Own Instruments
Explore parameters like pipe length, aperture, resonance, and more. Morph one instrument into another and invent entirely new sonic identities.

Powered by SWAM Technology
Based on decades of research in Physical Modeling and the legacy of Stanford University, VariFlute delivers unmatched playability and realism.

Accessibility at 360°

Price: VariFlute is reduced only in cost, never in quality. It delivers the same uncompromised sound and playability as Audio Modeling’s flagship instruments. For SWAM Flutes owners, VariFlute is the perfect complementary tool to expand their sonic palette.

Ease of Use: A clean, intuitive GUI designed to make Physical Modeling approachable, even for beginners.

Inclusion: Fully compatible with screen readers, ensuring that visually impaired musicians can explore, play, and create without barriers.

Features at a Glance

Standalone app for iPad and iPhone.

AUv3 plugin for integration with DAWs and hosts.

Perfect for live performance with Camelot Pro, Audio Modeling’s own AUv3 host for stage and studio.

Morph between multiple flute families and aerophones.

Real-time control of expression, dynamics, and timbre.

Adjustable physical parameters: pipe length, diameter, material, aperture, and more.

Built-in Ambiente room simulator for 3D spatial realism.

Full MIDI support, including keyboards, breath/wind controllers, and MPE devices.

Preset management with easy saving, editing, and exporting.

Optimized for both beginners and advanced users.

The Discovery Line

VariFlute is just the beginning. The Discovery Line is Audio Modeling’s new family of instruments designed to democratize Physical Modeling. These are not simplified toys, but true instruments powered by the same SWAM engine used by professionals worldwide - now made accessible to all.

VariFlute is not just an app. It is an invitation to discover, experiment, and create. Step into the future of sound with Audio Modeling - and let music truly become limitless.

Version History FIX

- Fixed Ambiente materials behavior 1.2.3 5d ago FIX

- Minimum supported iOS version to 15.0.
- Sound improvements.
- Disabled automatic search bar focus on preset browser opening.
- Panic can now be assigned via MIDI Mapping. 1.2.2 Sep 16 FIX

- Fixed wrong positioning when dragging and releasing a source 1.2.1 May 14 NEW
- Performance optimizations
- Added new rooms
- Added new parameter: Ambience Amount
- Added support for sample rates > 48 kHz
- Added TOYO INYUES T97 MIDI preset
- Added Diosynth MIDI preset

FIX
- Incorrect behavior in MIDI Inputs sidebar
- NaN values affecting audio output
- iOS: user preset issue in SWAM Piccolo
- Missing scrollbar in MIDI table
- GREATEN presets: changed default MIDI mapping from CC2 to CC11 1.2.0 Apr 29 NEW
– Added Greaten AP500 PRO MIDI template
– Added Greaten AP300 PRO MIDI template
– Added Ney Sound preset
– Added support for Reset All Controllers
FIX
– Fixed an issue where embedded videos failed to load
– Fixed an issue that prevented entering CC values from the keyboard when mapping parameters in DAWs
– Improved stability and resolved minor UI bugs
– Set attack control to Expression for breath MIDI presets 1.1.0 12/16/2025 Fixes and Improvements

- Fixed issue with Pitch Bend Range RPN not being received correctly
- Improved behavior of Pipe Length and Pipe Diameter parameters
- Added support for the “All Notes Off” MIDI message
- Added default MIDI preset for ROBKOO Clarii PRO C20
- Added default MIDI preset for Erea 2
- Excluded presets from different instrument families (parameter names vary between products) 1.0.2 10/21/2025 1.0.1 09/26/2025