Gesture Synth is a motion-controlled music sketchpad for iPhone and iPad. Choose a musical scale and use hand gestures to play chords that stay within its notes, making it easier to explore melodic ideas without a traditional instrument. Add vocals to make a cover, then record the performance with its synthesized sound and singing in a video ready to share. It can suit casual experimentation as well as musicians looking for a quick way to capture an idea away from a keyboard. The US App Store lists the app as free and shows no in-app purchase pricing. It requires iOS 26 or later, and the developer’s privacy label reports possible collection of device identifiers, usage data, and crash diagnostics for analytics.
Gesture Synth - Music Maker
Gesture Synth turns hand movements into notes and chords in a selected scale, with singing and video recording for sharing performances.
By Vladislav DugnistReleased 2026/08/25App Store rating 4.3 (53)Official store informationPublished 2026/11/10Checked 2026-11-10
Overview
A closer look at Gesture Synth - Music Maker.
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Choose with confidence
The useful details.
What it does
- Choose a musical scale and experiment with notes that fit it.
- Play chords through hand gestures instead of a physical instrument.
- Sing along with a performance and capture the sound and video together.
- Save a recorded cover or musical sketch for sharing.
A good fit for
- Musicians who want to sketch a chord progression using motion rather than a keyboard.
- Beginners curious about making simple melodies and short performance clips on a phone or tablet.
Worth knowing
- Requires iOS 26 or later on iPhone or iPad. The App Store lists the app as free and does not show in-app purchases; camera-based video recording and hand interaction are central to the experience.
- Apple’s privacy label reports that device identifiers, usage data, and crash diagnostics may be collected for analytics; the developer says this data is not linked to the user.
Frequently asked questions
Answers based on the app’s official listing and reviewed information.
What is Gesture Synth - Music Maker used for?
Gesture Synth turns hand movements into notes and chords in a selected scale, with singing and video recording for sharing performances.
What can you do with Gesture Synth - Music Maker?
Choose a musical scale and experiment with notes that fit it. Play chords through hand gestures instead of a physical instrument. Sing along with a performance and capture the sound and video together. Save a recorded cover or musical sketch for sharing.
Who is Gesture Synth - Music Maker designed for?
Musicians who want to sketch a chord progression using motion rather than a keyboard. Beginners curious about making simple melodies and short performance clips on a phone or tablet.
What should you know before downloading Gesture Synth - Music Maker?
Requires iOS 26 or later on iPhone or iPad. The App Store lists the app as free and does not show in-app purchases; camera-based video recording and hand interaction are central to the experience. Apple’s privacy label reports that device identifiers, usage data, and crash diagnostics may be collected for analytics; the developer says this data is not linked to the user.
What does Gesture Synth - Music Maker cost?
Free to download. Free to download in the US App Store; no in-app purchases are listed.
Which platforms support Gesture Synth - Music Maker?
Greatooly's reviewed app information lists iOS.
Researched from official sources; this is not a hands-on review. Last checked 2026-11-10.
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