# AC-X Mini

> Wireless remote controller for DAWs, designed for one-handed use. (iPhone/iPad app by Natsuko Asakura.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ac-x-mini/id832673361 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Natsuko Asakura](https://appshunter.io/developer/324541582)
- Category: Music, Productivity
- Price: $3.99
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 51 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-03-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ac-x-mini/id832673361/reviews.md

## What is AC?

AC-X Mini (previously called AC-7 Core Solo) is the perfect Bluetooth/Wifi hand-held wireless remote controller for your DAW based music recording system. It was expressly designed to be used comfortably with one hand, so there’s no need to put down your guitar/mic/drink while setting up the next take. Turning your device to landscape orientation gives an 8 channel mixer section.

It has been tested and optimised for use with Apple’s Logic Pro X, but most of its functions will work equally well with any DAW which supports the MCU protocol. These include Reaper, Cubase, Digital Performer, Adobe Audition and many more.

(Avid’s ProTools is NOT supported in this release.)


How to set up on a Mac:

For WiFi:
Make sure the computer is connected to the same wifi network, then navigate to Finder -> Go -> Utilities ->  and open "Audio MIDI Setup"

Double click the Network icon in the MIDI window, then add a new session in "My Sessions" and enable it by clicking the checkbox.

Make sure “Anyone” is selected in the “Who can connect to me” section, then open the AC-7 Core Solo app on your device.

Your iOS device’s name will now appear in the Directory area, so click the name then click the “Connect” button.

For Bluetooth:
Navigate to Finder -> Go -> Utilities ->  and open "Audio MIDI Setup"

Double click the Bluetooth icon in the MIDI Studio window, then open the AC-X Mini app on your device.

Swipe left in the display area under the buttons until you find the "BT SETUP" button, and tap the button.

Turn the "Advertise MIDI Service" switch on.

Your iOS device’s name will now appear in the Bluetooth area on the Mac, so click the “Connect” button.

Now simply open Logic Pro X, scan for control surfaces, and the AC-X Mini will be automatically detected and configured.

## Key features

- One-handed wireless control
- Bluetooth/Wifi connectivity
- 8-channel mixer view
- Compatible with MCU protocol DAWs
- Optimized for Logic Pro X

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ac-x-mini/id832673361/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Portrait Mode in UA Luna works plenty good enough!

*2024-07-27*

I was about to buy a fader port to stop banking my guitars on my desk when I reach for the mouse or keyboard to press record, rewind, etc when tracking.

This little app is the B-Diggity Doo! Wahoo!!!

The landscape mode is almost useless to me as I can’t figure out how to move track banks. It seems to only show the right most 8 tracks.

### 3/5 — TRINITI

*2019-02-14, version 2.0*

I like the older version better as there were more buttons in one go. 
It had knobs for every strip. 
This seems made for iPhone only. 
Why can’t you take what you have here and make a updated ipad version. 
I don’t like the 16 channel version as it depends on WiFi and Bluetooth and way to tiny. 
I have the older AC7 Pro HD running 12 iPads

It works and looks like a full on console with buttons and knobs for every channel. Understand that folks like me will use this on more than one ipad and not just one.

### 1/5 — Check your computer Bluetooth before buying!!

*2019-02-11, version 2.0*

My Mac Pro has a Bluetooth keyboard and a Bluetooth trackball and they work great...but it needs Bluetooth LE in order to use this remote app. I’m sure it’s a great app if it only worked on my computer. 
It’s useless to me...I would love to get my money back :(

### 5/5 — Works perfectly!

*2018-10-24, version 2.0*

I’m pairing an IPhone 6s+ with my VS-700 console and am able to use my phone as a console remote. Midi interface is iConnectMIDI 4+. Little bit of tweaking but the stuff just works! Nice job!!

### 4/5 — Great feel

*2016-01-25, version 2.0*

I'm using this with Reaper, Windows 10 on a Toshiba Satellite C655. 

Took a few hours to get the hang of the install process on both my iPhone and PC. Works killer over wifi. Faders are smooth and buttons function nicely. I'll be using this live and I'm comfortable only after a few hours of playing with it. My only suggestion is to add track names in the full fader view. Other than that, it's killer.

### 5/5 — AWESOME

*2015-08-07, version 2.0*

For $3.99, this is a great little tool. After figuring out how to get this connected and set up in Reaper, I am LOVING this app. I am on an iMac 10.10.4 / iPhone 5 iOS 8

Here’s how I got it set up on Bluetooth:

1: On the Mac, make sure Bluetooth is turned on. Open Audio MIDI Setup. Go to the MIDI Studio window. Double click Bluetooth. Click “Advertise.” 

2. On the iPhone, make sure Bluetooth is turned on. Open AC-X Mini. Swipe left in the display area under the buttons until you find the "BT SETUP" button, and tap the button. Activate “Advertise MIDI Service.” 

3. On the Mac, click “Connect” once you see your phone show up. 

4. On the Mac, open Reaper. Go to Preferences > Control Surfaces and click “Add.” The control surface mode should be Mackie Control Universal. Select whatever your Bluetooth option is, for both MIDI input and MIDI output. Click okay.

5. Start making music. 

The Good: This is a pretty straightforward app. In portrait orientation, you can control one channel at a time, control mute/solo/select/record-arm, write automation with touch and latch modes, control the transport, etc. In landscape orientation, you get 8 faders plus the master fader. You get the names of the channels you’re controlling in a scribble-style bar across the top. 

The bad: When you switch to Landscape mode, sometimes it doesn’t get the track names. Not once have I ever messed with the master fader in a project, so I wish I could leave it out and get some more room for something else. In Landscape mode, you can’t swipe left and right to get to different banks of faders. You have to switch back to portrait mode to switch banks. You also can’t swipe in the track names panel in portrait mode. It would be awesome to be able to swipe to change banks of faders. It would be awesome to be able to control plugins from this app, too. 

But that’s the difference between a $4 app and a $1000 MCU unit. I’m still very pleased with this app.

### 1/5 — Doesn't work

*2014-12-08, version 2.0*

After finally getting it connected, every time I would try to scrub, it would automatically insert a random loop section and auto punch section. Terrible app. A waste of money. Super sad.

### 2/5 — Doesn't seem to startup and handshake with logic 9

*2014-10-05, version 1.0*

The other apps by saitara have usually worked just fine.  This one doesn't seem to handshake properly and it's crashed logic a few times.

### 2/5 — This App is unusable for Logic Pro X

*2014-04-23, version 1.0*

I have literally tried everything to make sure the software is properly connected and handshakes with my mac.  The app is buggy and crashes so often that I gotta believe it’s not finished yet. I gave it 2 stars because I’m hoping that Saitura will finish the development. In current version it is unusable.

## Frequently asked questions about AC

### What is AC-X Mini used for?

AC-X Mini is a wireless remote controller for Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) music recording software. It allows you to control your DAW from your mobile device, designed for comfortable one-handed operation.

### Which DAWs are compatible with AC-X Mini?

AC-X Mini is optimized for Apple's Logic Pro X and supports most DAWs that use the MCU protocol, including Reaper, Cubase, Digital Performer, and Adobe Audition. Avid's ProTools is not supported.

### How do I connect AC-X Mini via WiFi?

Connect your device to the same WiFi network as your computer. On your Mac, open Audio MIDI Setup, add a new network MIDI session, and ensure 'Anyone' can connect. Then, open AC-X Mini on your device, and it should appear in the directory to connect.

### How do I connect AC-X Mini via Bluetooth?

Open Audio MIDI Setup on your Mac and double-click the Bluetooth icon. On AC-X Mini, swipe to 'BT SETUP' and turn on 'Advertise MIDI Service'. Your device name will appear in the Bluetooth area on your Mac to connect.

### What is the price of AC-X Mini?

AC-X Mini is a paid application, priced at $3.99.

### Does AC-X Mini have ads?

No, AC-X Mini does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application designed without ads.

### What devices does AC-X Mini support?

AC-X Mini is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed to be used with your DAW system.

### How often is AC-X Mini updated?

The latest version of AC-X Mini is 2.0, last updated on November 4, 2014. Users may find the update frequency to be low based on this information.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2.0 — 2014-11-04

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

* Name changed to AC-X Mini
* Added landscape mixer modes (just tilt your device) optimised for iPhone 5, iPhone 6 , and iPhone 6 Plus
* Redesigned portrait modes enabling one-handed use on any sized screen

### 1.1 — 2014-10-15

* Added support for using MIDI over Bluetooth LE instead of Wi-Fi

*Fixed some issues with level meter displays

### 1.0 — 2014-03-13

No release notes.

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