# Portacapture Control

> Remote control app for Portacapture devices, offering full operational control. (iPhone/iPad app by TEAC CORPORATION.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/portacapture-control/id1560083719 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [TEAC CORPORATION](https://appshunter.io/developer/579501503)
- Category: Utilities, Music
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.56/5 from 9 App Store ratings · 10 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 30 MB
- Released: 2021-11-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/portacapture-control/id1560083719/reviews.md

## What is Portacapture Control?

■Portacapture’s operability at the palm of your hands

The Portacapture Control is an app that provides operability with the same user interface as the touch panel on Portacapture.
In addition to the basic REC start/stop, gain adjustment, mixer control, mark registration, and all the other controls that can be performed on the main unit are available on this app. Moreover, you can always check information about the input level, recording progress/remaining time, battery level, as well as set various parameters including low-cut, limiter, and many more effects.


※The AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter (separately sold) is needed to be able to control the main unit via the Portacapture Control app. For more information on how to connect Portacapture and AK-BT1 or how to use Portacapture Control, please refer to the instruction manual. 


※This app does not support monitoring of the main unit’s input sound. To monitor this, please use the headphones output or the speaker function on Portacapture. 


Please carefully read the license agreement below before using this application.
http://tascam.jp/content/downloads/products/862/license_e_app_license.pdf

## Key features

- Remote REC start/stop
- Gain adjustment
- Mixer control
- Mark registration
- Input level monitoring
- Recording progress/remaining time
- Parameter settings (low-cut, limiter)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 10)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/portacapture-control/id1560083719/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Works flawlessly…if you have the overpriced adapter

*2024-11-13*

Works great but to pay 50 bucks just to use Bluetooth which should have been standard on it in the first place is a joke.

### 5/5 — Nice complement to X-6 - would love more in-app file handling…

*2024-08-10*

Provides a very clear full UI of the X-6 device on an IOS device with a very fast BT control connection and response to controls. Almost reminds me of my old EMU EOS remote sampler control app from years ago (though that was over SCSI way back…..)

Love how I can set my device up then hit record on my phone to start taking samples. No operator sound/button press/etc. clean samples, done. Remote gain monitoring too!

Visually it looks like a 20ms to 40ms delay from button press to start and with auto record, no lost data. That’s very good!! No real lag.

Bluetooth adapter was a bit pricey but this is specialist gear. 

Love my device for field recording, industrial noise sampling, “sound photos” and shuttling it to the DAW via SD/USB. 

There is basic file editing/split too. Pretty cool!

I just wish the device would allow me to easily make each recording a specific name (eg Factory floor - impulse hits - metallic snares” without going into a general “word” based file system eg date based or FactoryNoise-0001, 0002, 0003 etc. to allow library development in the field. The app would be the best place to do this to quickly manage files, preview, edit, save, specifically name and organize. Now that would be a game-changer. Sample librarian on the go - hint hint Tascam X-series Product managers :)

### 3/5 — 語言文字顯示無法切換

*2024-02-08, version 1.3.3*

語言文字顯示無法切換成英文，有些中文翻譯很奇怪，難以理解。

### 2/5 — Hey Tascam… allow the transfer of audio files via Bluetooth

*2024-02-07*

How did they leave this one out of the feature set?   Transferring via a cable is much faster than Bluetooth I’ll admit, but having to find a cable is a pain.

### 5/5 — Excellent app!

*2024-01-03*

This app is essential if you want to record clean audio professionally. Don’t forget you also need the AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter for the app to work. Enjoy!

### 1/5 — Disappointed Squared

*2023-10-17*

I was under the impression that you would be able to pair this device with your car stereo, air pods etc. I should have never made that assumption but I hope that tascam will create an update that will allow you to pair it to bluetooth monitoring devices. If nothing else, deseign an updated bluetooth card that will allow this sort of pairing!!!!! An AK-BT2 maybe?????

### 1/5 — You CAN’T listen the recordings

*2023-07-21*

You just can’t listen the recordings on the iPhone or your Airpods. TASCAM should add functionality to listen recordings on your phone by using Airpods or other desired wireless headphones or iPhone speaker. Tascam X8 speaker is worse than anything else in the market including $0.50 bluetooth speakers from China. Dissapointed.

### 2/5 — All very good but…

*2023-05-07*

You can have all the functions of Portacapture x6 on iPhone exempt monitoring or playback through AirPods. Why???

### 2/5 — Disappointed.

*2022-07-15*

Firstly, I was already kind of bummed that I HS to buy an extra Bluetooth adapter for my Portacapture X8, but I hoped that it would make life easier in the long run. I was able to get the app up and running on my phone and paired to the device, but it is incredibly laggy and unresponsive. It works decently for modes such as Field and Voice, but it freezes in Manual, which I’m planning on using most frequently. I’m on an iPhone 12 Pro, so I don’t think it’s my device. Hopefully we see an update to fix this because it’s currently unusable.

### 4/5 — Languages

*2022-05-30, version 1.1.0*

Where can I change the language settings?

## Frequently asked questions about Portacapture Control

### What is Portacapture Control?

Portacapture Control is a mobile application that allows users to remotely operate their Portacapture recording devices. It mirrors the touch panel interface of the main unit, offering comprehensive control over recording functions and settings.

### What hardware is needed to use Portacapture Control?

To control the main unit via the Portacapture Control app, you need the AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter, which is sold separately. This adapter enables wireless communication between your device and the Portacapture.

### Can I monitor audio input with Portacapture Control?

No, this app does not support monitoring of the main unit's input sound. For audio monitoring, you should use the headphone output or the speaker function directly on your Portacapture device.

### What kind of settings can I adjust with Portacapture Control?

You can adjust various parameters including REC start/stop, gain, mixer settings, mark registration, input levels, recording progress, remaining time, battery level, and effects like low-cut and limiter.

### Is Portacapture Control available on Android?

The app is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod, as indicated by its supported devices. It is designed to function on Apple's iOS ecosystem.

### How often is Portacapture Control updated?

The latest version, 2.0.0, was released on September 18, 2024. This indicates that the app receives regular updates to improve functionality and compatibility.

### What is the age rating for Portacapture Control?

Portacapture Control has an age rating of 4+. This means it is suitable for users of all ages and does not contain content that would be considered inappropriate for young children.

### Does Portacapture Control have ads?

No, Portacapture Control does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use without any ad interruptions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.0 — 2024-09-18

- MTR application "POCKET STUDIO" has been added.
- A tuner application has been added.
- When recording in MANUAL mode, two mixes were recorded at the same time, but the user can now choose whether to record or not.
- EXPANDED PRE REC mode has been added to the prerecording function available when using the FIELD app.
- Operation stability has been improved in other ways.

### 1.3.3 — 2023-05-24

No changes have been made to use and functions with the Portacaptue X8.

[ New functions ]
- Unit settings and recording app settings can now be saved in up to 3 USER SETTINGS and recalled with a single tap from the LAUNCHER screen.

- INPUT SETTINGS, including for the low-cut filter, compressor, limiter, auto gain control, noise gate and other effect functions can now be saved in up to 3 presets and loaded in each recording app.

- The USB MIX MINUS function can now be used in the PODCAST app.
  This can suppress the occurrence of echoes in audio from remote participants when capturing podcasts.

- In addition to built-in mic input, selecting PAD and USB input is now possible when using the PODCAST app.

- When the Portacapture Control remote control app is communicating in the background on a device, for example, connection with the unit will no longer be interrupted, even if the device itself enters energy-saving mode.

[ Maintenance items ]
- Operation stability has been improved in other ways.

### 1.3.2 — 2023-04-26

・No changes have been made to use and functions with the Portacaptue X6.
・The name of the “PUNCH I/O” mode has been changed to "OVERDUB / PUNCH I/O” in the MANUAL app.
Note: Only the name has been changed. The functionality itself has not changed.
・When the Portacapture Control remote control app is communicating in the background on a device, for example, connection with the unit will no longer be interrupted, even if the device itself enters energy-saving mode.

### 1.3.0 — 2022-09-01

・The USB MIX MINUS function can now be used in the PODCAST app. This can suppress the occurrence of echoes in audio from remote participants when capturing podcasts.

・INPUT SETTINGS, including for the low-cut filter, compressor, limiter, auto gain control, noise gate and other effect functions can now be saved in up to 3 presets and loaded in each recording app.
・Unit settings and recording app settings can now be saved in up to 3 USER SETTINGS and recalled with a single tap from the LAUNCHER screen.
・Operation stability has been improved in other ways.

### 1.1.0 — 2022-04-28

・ Overload displays for detecting input signal distortion on analog circuits have been added.
    This allows excessive input to be checked in an instant and recording conditions to be adjusted.
・ The hold functions of the Portacapture X8 unit and the Portacapture Control remote control app have been made independent.
    This makes disabling each operations separately possible.
・ A solo monitoring function for each track has been added to the INPUT SETTINGS screen.
・ A solo monitoring function for each track has been added to the MIXER screens of the MANUAL and PODCAST apps.
・ A shortcut function that enables returning to the LAUNCHER directly has been added to each app.
・ Operation stability has been improved in other ways.

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