# VHS Synth | 80s Synthwave

> Lo-Fi & Chill with this AUv3

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1615208667](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1615208667)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1615208667`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Audiobus Pty Ltd
- **Category:** Music
- **Rating:** 4.00 / 5 (134 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.2.2
- **Last updated:** 2025-02-26
- **First published:** 2022-05-05
- **Size:** 167 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-24
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/vhs-synth-80s-synthwave/id1615208667)
- **Website:** [https://audiob.us/](https://audiob.us/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://magic-cake-e95.notion.site/VHS-Synth-80s-Synthwave-Privacy-Policy-150cf6557a088019bec6ccb33ae5bb09?pvs=4](https://magic-cake-e95.notion.site/VHS-Synth-80s-Synthwave-Privacy-Policy-150cf6557a088019bec6ccb33ae5bb09?pvs=4)

## Description

**VHS Synth** captures classic synths recorded to VHS, then re-sampled to deliver authentic retro timbres. Perfect for Synthwave, Hip Hop, Indie, Rock, Movie Soundtracks, Lo‑Fi, Ambient, Vaporwave, and more. Create instant lo‑fi, retro vibes—press a key to elevate your track. 

**Includes 280+ presets** by Jakob haQ, Red Sky Lullaby, The GarageBand Guide, and more, plus a free OP-1 expansion pack. Standalone app + iOS AUv3 plugin, compressed to under 140MB, with VCR sound effects and a dedicated VCR FX section. iPhone & iPad versions are included at one low price. Note: no official affiliation with AudioKit Pro; built with AudioKit source.

## Rankings

- #128,382 — Overall

## Review summary

Reviews praise VHS Synth for lush presets, lo-fi 80s vibes, and ease of use, but repeatedly criticize the subscription model, DAW/AUv3 compatibility issues, and trackers added by new owners. Users report loss of access to banks after updates and frustration with updates that break AUv3 integration. Overall, strong sound design is offset by monetization and compatibility challenges.

### Pros

- Excellent presets and patches with lush sounds (including choir and bell patches)
- Strong lo-fi vibe and nostalgic 80s character that many users love
- Easy to use and tweak presets, making it approachable
- VHS Synth offers distinctive, retro sound design that stands out
- Overall solid standalone app with useful, high-quality sounds

### Cons

- Subscription model locks content and previously purchased banks behind a paywall
- DAW/AUv3 compatibility issues (GarageBand/Logic/AMU) and extension breakages after updates
- Privacy/tracking concerns due to new ownership and added trackers
- Updates sometimes break projects or access to banks/presets, causing frustration and re-purchases

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