hXarp

hXarp is a musical instrument and MIDI controller (with MPE support) for Android devices, meant to replace bulky and expensive MIDI equipment or just to play music on the go. 

I moved it from Google Play to Itch.io to enable pay-what-you-want access for interested users. Right now, I don't actively work on the project (probably until MIDI 2.0 software synths become a real thing). It should work on most mid-level phones but some models have shown performance issues. If you notice any problems on your phone, feel free to send me your phones model and what isn't working (e.g. laggy sound) and I might be able to fix it (:

If you want to get an idea of the app, here's a video of me playing River Flows in You by Yiruma on the apps Youtube Channel (including outdated Google Play Info ...).

Features

▪ Two input modes, press or pluck

▪ Parametric plucked-string synthesis model.

▪ Fully expressive: control note velocities, pitch bends and modulate the sound

▪ Four octaves range

▪ Accessible & intuitive layout 

▪ In-app recording

hXarp has its own unique sound inspired by plucked and struck string instruments like the harp, piano and guitar. With hXarp you can play music anywhere and everywhere, at home or on a train ride

hXarp turns your phone into a portable musical instrument and multi-dimensional MIDI controller. It is a super-affordable way of controlling software-synthesizers while offering expressions that cannot be found on a normal keyboard.

MIDI Compatibility

Turn your device into a powerful MIDI controller. Connect to other android apps or an external synthesizer for endless possibilities and sounds.

Standard one-channel MIDI and MPE mode via USB and Android inter-app MIDI.

Control Parameters:

▪ Velocity

▪ Aftertouch

▪ Pitch Bend

▪ Mod Wheel

▪ Expression Control

▪ Sustain Pedal

▪ All Notes Off