# Music X NEO — http://novatron.co.kr

> Remote controller for NOVATRON cocktailAudio X,N-series music devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Novatron Co. Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-x-neo/id1477148721 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Novatron Co. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1150333252)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.10/5 from 15 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 5 MB
- Languages: British English, Dutch, German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2019-11-21
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-x-neo/id1477148721/reviews.md

## What is Music X NEO?

Reqirement : cocktail Audio firmware version R1516 or later.

The NOVATRON Music X is a remote controller app for smart phone and tablet PC, which will give you an easy and convenient control for NOVATRON's cocktailAudio X,N-series products such as N15(D), X14, X35, X45(Pro), X50(D, Pro).
The NOVATRON Music X enables you to control and use most of cocktailAudio X series' features and functions remotely; MusicDB play and management, file management like copy, move, delete, import to MusicDB and export from MusicDB, make a playlist and its management, playing online music services such as TIDAL, Deezer, Qobuz and Airable, etc
 
Applicable Models
• NOVATRON cocktailAudio X,N-series such as N15(D), X14, X35, X45(Pro), X50(D, Pro).
 
Main feature
• Simple graphic designed UI
• Intuitive and well organized screen make easy select of Devices, Music Source, Setup and Main Menu like "Home", "Now Playing", "Play Queue".
• Convenient playback on Music DB by Queue system for Music Server and music files in the mobile device
• Well organized folder structure Browsing
• Virtual Remote Control enables you to control all functions perfectly remotely
• Now playing screen shows song information, cover art and control menu for shuffle function, volume, stop, pause, next, previous.

## Key features

- Remote control for audio devices
- MusicDB playback and management
- File management (copy, move, delete)
- Playlist creation and management
- Online music service playback
- Virtual remote control functionality
- Intuitive UI and navigation

## Recent user reviews (10 of 17)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/music-x-neo/id1477148721/reviews.md

### 1/5 — New iPhone 16 iOS 18 not connecting

*2024-11-11, version 1.0.21*

This continues to work on older iPad/iPhone, but not connecting from new mobile. Can’t find documentation or troubleshooting to address.

### 5/5 — Great

*2024-08-01, version 1.0.21*

Works faultlessly for me with N15D on firmware R1782

### 1/5 — Pretty Shabby

*2024-04-06*

Given the expense of the X14 unit, one would think that it would at least have a reasonable app.  This app doesn’t:

1 connect well
2 have an intuitive interface
3 allow for random play
4 allow for easy labels and cover art for albums and artists
5 generally limited and clumsy 

There are great app designers working for countless companies that could design this app in their sleep

It’s shameful how bad this app is given the simplicity it requires. Two stars may be one too many.

### 1/5 — A Bed Full of Bugs

*2023-08-25*

This app is awful and Novatron has done nothing to address it's inability to reliably connect to the streamer. I am currently using MConnect as a workaround.

### 3/5 — Streaming

*2023-06-04*

I am delighted with the app and the UI and speed are excellent. 

The only problem is that it works only with my cocktail audio x40. I wish I could stream from the app to other upnp players in my home. 

To do that I have to switch to mconnect app and use my x40 as a server. 

Please allow streaming/casting/Airplay from the app so we can use the beautiful UI.

### 1/5 — A huge mess

*2023-05-30*

Buggy. Buggy, Buggy. A shoddy mess.
Too many bugs to even attempt to list.
I can’t say whether the problem is the app
or the Denon firmware, but either way this
setup is an embarrassment to the Denon
brand name. I will never again buy Denon
hardware that requires software support.

### 1/5 — This app is horrible

*2023-04-26*

All the previous reviews are right on. It works when it wants to especially on the iPad. For the amount I paid for the Cocktail X45 I would expect better. The X 45 has numerous glitches also. I’m sorry I bought it. I have been putting up with problems and difficulties in use since day one.The sound is great when it works, but between this app and the X45 it is a totally frustrating experience.

### 1/5 — One star is too many

*2023-04-10*

I don't know what happened between the time reviewers said this app was an improvement and now, but this is an unmitigated disaster.  The iPad and iPhone apps do not recognize my Cocktail Audio X45, and thus do not work at all.

The MacBook version does work, to the point that I've almost figured out how to use it.  The abandoned web interface was so much better, requiring two clicks to accomplish what now the app takes six to do.

The MacBook app, however, takes an unexpected nosedive at least 3-4 times an hour (if not more often).  No matter how many times I've sent a report to Apple each time it crashes, no improvements seem to be on the horizon.

I love my Cocktail Audio X45 streamer/server, and I loved the web interface I'd used for years.  But this ham-handed app greatly diminishes the value of Novatron's audio products, and I wish their app designers would realize that.

### 1/5 — Garbage

*2023-03-25*

Does not login 90% of the time.  Have to login in to tidal every time. Once you get it to work. Love it.

### 1/5 — Inconsistent

*2022-01-17*

Keeps losing file,track album,artist after a few minutes. Will sometimes or usually plays one or two songs in a selected album. Very inconsistent,slow on cocktail audio device.

## Frequently asked questions about Music X NEO

### What devices are compatible with Music X NEO?

Music X NEO is compatible with NOVATRON cocktailAudio X,N-series products, including models like N15(D), X14, X35, X45(Pro), and X50(D, Pro). It requires a cocktail Audio firmware version R1516 or later.

### Can I manage my music files with Music X NEO?

Yes, Music X NEO allows for comprehensive file management. You can copy, move, and delete music files, as well as import them to and export them from your MusicDB.

### Does Music X NEO support online music streaming services?

Yes, the app enables playback from popular online music services such as TIDAL, Deezer, Qobuz, and Airable, among others.

### How does the playback queue system work in Music X NEO?

The Queue system in Music X NEO provides convenient playback for your MusicDB and music files stored on your mobile device, allowing for organized song selection and playback.

### What information is displayed on the 'Now Playing' screen?

The 'Now Playing' screen in Music X NEO shows detailed song information, including cover art. It also provides a control menu for shuffle, volume, stop, pause, and skipping to the next or previous track.

### Is Music X NEO available for Android devices?

Based on the provided data, Music X NEO is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. Specific Android compatibility is not detailed in the application information.

### How often is Music X NEO updated?

The latest version of Music X NEO is 1.0.21, which was last updated on October 29, 2021. This indicates updates may not be very frequent.

### What is the user sentiment for Music X NEO?

Music X NEO has a rating of 2.1 stars from 15 ratings, suggesting that user satisfaction is currently low. This rating may indicate issues with performance or features for some users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.21 — 2021-10-29

01. Screen of firmware update progress is updated
02. German, Dutch, Simplified language are updated
03. Some logos are updated
04. Others

### 1.0.18 — 2021-05-21

01. Music DB management efficiency is improved when removable storage devices are removed or inserted.
02. Improved the fast scrolling (Jump) function in the Music DB sorting state.
03. Add play time information to Audio CD, Music DB Song List.
04. Added "Set Tag" function to the top menu of the browser menu.
     - Batch change the tag information of the selected file or all files in the folder.
     - Requirements: Cocktailaudio firmware version R1679 or higher.

### 1.0.15 — 2021-02-24

01. Corrected text display error.
02. Setup -> Audio -> Power On Volume

### 1.0.14 — 2021-01-07

1. Scan method Music DB function added. (R1616 or later)
2. Group play function added. (R1631 or later )

### 1.0.12 — 2020-04-28

1. Required Cocktail Audio Device version R1529 or later

2. Browser : UPnP function

3. When the entire ripping of the CD track is completed, output the completed dialog and eject.

4. PLS and M3U files are created when exporting songs.

5. Added Playlist Export function.

6. Now Play : Added Coverart, Song Info toggle Top Menu.

7. Play Queue

   - Play, "Song Info", "Remove Song" Option Menu added.
   - Added "Add Playlist" and "Play Related Music" Option Menu when playing Music DB.
   - If the music selected during Music DB or Browser Play is not currently playing, or if the music is not buffered for gapless play, Song Info can be modified in "Song Info".
   - Add View change menu to Top Menu. Cover Art type view is also available in Play Queue.
   - Added "Jump To Playing", "Load All", "Load Count", and "Select All" Top Menu.
   - Added "Add Playlist" Top Menu for Music DB Play.

8. Setup

   - Added "Time" -> "Time Format"
   - At the end of Music DB Backup, Restore background task, Confirm dialog.
   - Music DB Backup Complete Confirmation dialog has been added.
   - Added "Release Note" information in Setup-> Firmware-> "Check now for new firmware".

9. WOL enhancements.

   - Devices that have been connected are registered as a WOL-enabled list.
   - Devices that have WOL Power Off in the App are displayed in the format "[Device Name]-App" in the "WOL Power On" List.
   - If you long tap the "WOL Power On" List item, you can delete the item.

10. Qobuz Artist Cover Art processing.

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