Real-time editing
Perform edits while audio is playing, rather than rebuilding regions afterward.
iVox
iVox is a Mac desktop audio editor for real-time wave slicing and vintage tape-style edits. It is aimed at users who want to create multi-edits locally on Apple Silicon or Intel Macs.
Overview
iVox is a Mac desktop audio editing application built around real-time wave slicing for vintage tape-editing effects. The homepage describes it as the first app dedicated to making 1980s-style tape edits and positions it for users interested in multi-edits.
The product is available for Apple Mac, with separate downloads for Mac OS X Silicon and Mac OS X Intel. A pricing page lists a €49 license, and the privacy policy explains that audio processing happens locally on the user’s computer without uploading audio files or sending usage telemetry.
Key features
Slice FXs
Create slice-based effects aimed at vintage tape-editing workflows.
Auto-regions
Work with automatically created regions to speed up the editing process.
Slice pad control
Trigger and shape edits with a slice pad control interface.
Timing and region control
Adjust timing with triplet editing and region shifting tools.
Pattern management and export
Save, lock, and export pattern settings for reuse.
Common use cases
Tape-style edit creation
Use iVox when you want to build Latin Rascals-style edits or other vintage tape-inspired effects directly in a live editing workflow.
Private desktop audio work
Use the app on a Mac workstation for local audio editing without uploading source files to a cloud service.
Pattern-based multi-editing
Use the slice pad, triplet editing, region shifting, and pattern tools to refine a repetitive edit into a more controlled arrangement.
Mac-first evaluation for Windows users
Join the Windows waitlist if you are interested in the product but need a Windows release before adopting it.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Built around real-time editing, which fits hands-on slicing workflows.
- Includes several controls for shaping edits, such as auto-regions, triplet editing, region shifting, and pattern tools.
- Processes audio locally on the desktop app rather than uploading files to a service.
- Available as separate Mac downloads for Apple Silicon and Intel hardware.
- Pricing is stated clearly on the site, with a €49 license listed.
Cons
- Windows availability is not live yet; the site only offers a waitlist.
- The public site provides limited detail about advanced workflows, integrations, or supported file formats.
FAQ
What platforms does iVox support?
iVox is available for Apple Mac. The site provides separate downloads for Mac OS X Silicon and Mac OS X Intel.
What does iVox do?
The website says iVox is a real-time audio wave slicer designed to create vintage tape-editing effects and Latin Rascals style edits.
How much does iVox cost?
The site lists a €49 license on the pricing page.
Does iVox upload my audio files?
iVox processes audio files locally on your computer. The privacy policy says the app does not collect, upload, or access the audio files you load into it.
Is there a Windows version available?
Yes. The site invites Windows users to join a waitlist if they cannot wait for a Windows version.
Quick Facts
- Category
- Audio editing
- Platform
- Apple Mac
- Primary workflow
- Real-time wave slicing and tape-style edits
- Price
- €49 license
- Website
- i-vox.app
- Windows status
- Waitlist only
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