# PreSonus Universal Control > Remote mixer and audio interface control software for PreSonus hardware. (iPhone/iPad app by PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc..) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/presonus-universal-control/id909365316 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/417052670) - Category: Music, Utilities - Price: Free - Rating: 2.60/5 from 148 App Store ratings · 110 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15 · 128 MB - Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish - Released: 2014-10-14 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/presonus-universal-control/id909365316/reviews.md ## What is PreSonus Universal Control? We invented mixer control via iPad®. Since then, millions of events, concerts, and studio sessions have been mixed remotely thanks to our boundary-pushing engineers. We put all our experience and expertise into designing the most intuitive and powerful remote-mixing software in the industry, and PreSonus Universal Control is the result. Designed to provide immediate access to everything you need when controlling your mix, while being instantly familiar, Universal Control will revolutionize the way you mix—by giving you the freedom to control your favorite PreSonus device from anywhere your wireless network can reach. Compatible hardware includes: ● StudioLive Series III console and rack mixers ● Quantum-series audio interfaces ● Revelator-series microphones and audio interfaces ● Studio-series audio interfaces Note: StudioLive AI and RM mixers should still continue to work as usual in this app, but are no longer officially supported. No further work is planned for the AI mixer series in this app. Read on to discover what Universal Control can do for your PreSonus hardware! StudioLive mixers (Series III and AI-series) Universal Control (formerly UC Surface) provides touch-control of your complete mix, plus: dynamics, EQ control, effects, monitor mixes, DCA groups, and even AVB networking and routing. You also get control of deeper features like Scenes, Projects, and granular permission control—including max output level limit! Most importantly, Universal Control can directly control your StudioLive mixer using a WiFi network without the need to connect a computer. Quantum-series interfaces Quantum ES- and HD-series USB audio interface users can create complete monitor mixes, control loopback streams, and even control speaker switching all from Universal Control. For Quantum-series Thunderbolt interface owners, Universal Control offers you remote preamp control (on supported models) and a real-time analyzer. Requires a computer connected via USB or Thunderbolt and a WiFi network. Studio-series audio interfaces For owners of Studio 1810, 1810c, 1824, and 1824c audio interfaces, Universal Control offers powerful zero-latency hardware-based monitor control; everything you need to create high-quality monitor mixes and more. Studio 192 and 192 Mobile users will find controls for the onboard Fat Channel processing as well, plus preamp gain, speaker switching, plus main-mix mono and dim functions. Requires a computer connected via USB and a WiFi network. Revelator-series microphones and interfaces Get complete touch-control of your Revelator product’s gain, presets, scenes, Fat Channel processing settings, and loopback mixer. Great for when you need to make adjustments during a podcast or livestream and can’t switch applications on your desktop workstation. Requires a computer connected via USB and a WiFi network. System Requirements Compatible with iPads running iOS 15.4 or later. Control of supported mixers requires that the mobile device running be connected to the same wireless network as a StudioLive Series III mixer. Control of supported PreSonus audio interfaces and USB microphones requires that the mobile device be connected to the same wireless network as a computer running Universal Control for macOS and Windows, with the audio interface or USB microphone connected to the computer. ## Key features - Remote mixer control - EQ and dynamics adjustment - Effects control - Monitor mix creation - AVB networking and routing - Preamp gain control - Real-time analyzer ## What do users think of PreSonus Universal Control? Overall sentiment: negative **Pros** - 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface layout - 🎛️ Comprehensive mixer control features - 📱 Works reliably on iPad when compatible - 🔄 Good continuity between desktop and mobile versions - ⚡ Fast and responsive when functioning properly - 🎵 Excellent for remote sound mixing workflows - 🔐 Good permission and user layer controls **Cons** - 🚫 No iPhone support despite app store listing compatibility - 📱 Screen size restrictions blocking iPad mini and smaller devices - 🔌 Unreliable WiFi connectivity issues - 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability problems - ⚠️ Misleading device compatibility information - 🔋 Excessive battery drain during use - ⏱️ Slow app startup and reconnection times - 🎚️ Unresponsive touch controls and fader issues - 🔄 Inconsistent app behavior across updates - 📵 Black screen and greyed-out interface problems - 🔐 Persistent authentication and access issues **Commonly reported bugs** - Screen size not supported error on iPad mini and iPhones - App crashes immediately upon device selection - Demo mode fails to launch or crashes - Black screen and unresponsive interface - Greyed-out channels and lost settings after crashes - WiFi connectivity scanning loops infinitely - App fails to reconnect after switching applications - Touch controls unresponsive or require multiple attempts - Faders scroll instead of moving smoothly - Firmware compatibility issues blocking connection - Tabs cannot be closed after opening new devices - Scene saving creates duplicate scenes instead of updating - DCA groups cause app to crash - Meters drop out regularly - Settings lost after app closure - Filter controls stuck and non-responsive - App crashes on new iOS versions - Permission restrictions causing feature unavailability **Most requested features** - Full iPhone support with responsive interface - iPad mini and smaller screen device compatibility - SMAART RTA and spectrograph visualization - Ability to save custom channel colors and settings - Stereo link and subgroup/bus functionality - A/B button for Fat Channel - Scene loading and saving improvements - Background app running capability - Larger touch targets for faders and controls - Ability to reorder and move input channels independently - Mixer bypass option in iPad version - Demo mode that actually works ## Recent user reviews (10 of 110) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/presonus-universal-control/id909365316/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Lack of iPhone Support *2025-11-02, version 4.7.2* Maybe spend some R&D to make a bare bones interface that FOH engineers can use the iPhone as a last resort. I believe iPads don’t always float in our pockets. It’s ideal to use an iPad but come on. And there is a separate monitor iOS app but that’s not enough. ### 1/5 — Not supported at this screen size *2025-10-01, version 4.7* I've always used my iPad mini 6th to control the rack. I don't know what they did, but now when I try to access it, it gives me a black screen saying "Remote control not compatible with this screen size." ### 1/5 — iPad mini 6 screen size not supported *2025-09-21, version 4.7* As of the latest update, no water supports the screen size of the iPad mini six. It was working just fine before. The knowledge article linked talks about android devices and developer mode. This isn’t an android device and I shouldn’t need to activate developer settings in order to make your app work. This needs to be fixed in future updates and needs more robust support ### 1/5 — Unsupported screen! *2025-09-17, version 4.7* I bought a StudioLive mixer for its remote capability, then I try to use my phone which the App Store says is supported and I can’t actually use the app! This is so dumb. ### 1/5 — 0 stars *2025-07-25, version 4.6.1* This app won’t work at all with a revelatory io24. It asks to violate your privacy by sniffing your network then won’t connect to the interface, even if directly connected. TrAsH ### 1/5 — Pick Any Brand but Presonus! Does Not Work on iPad Mini 6 anymore or iPhone 15 Pro Max. *2025-07-11* Used to work with my iPad mini 6th gen, but now I’m getting an error saying the screen is not large enough. I’m no lawyer but this new “restriction” is probably in violation of the App Store ToS or something since it used to work with previous versions of the app and it says compatible with iPads running 15.4 or later. Now I can’t use my Presonus RM32AI. Save yourself the trouble go with Behringer or any other company than Presonus. Stay away from Presonus!!! I’ve never had any complaints with Behringers or Yamahas in the past. Why was I even allowed to download the or update app the app when I can’t properly use it on the device? I guess I’m hoping for Mixing Station to support the RM32AI since Presonus is being anti-consumer… ### 1/5 — Broken Feb 25 2025 *2025-06-28, version 4.6.1* Fix your broken app! I bought 4 studiolive 16R’s because of the app support. It worked great until PreSonus broke the app! It works on the iPad but they still haven’t fixed the iPhone/android version. Stay away from these mixers and this company until they fix what they broke. I would rate them a 0/5 stars if I could! When the app was working I would give it a 5/5. So disappointed in PreSonus. ### 2/5 — Stopped working. Wont connect to my RM32😭 *2025-06-14, version 4.6.1* Very not good. Can’t use my RM32ai until this is fixed. ### 1/5 — Error *2025-06-04, version 4.6.1* The app says it’s not created to fit this size screen. On the iPhone…. Why was I allowed to download it if it wasn’t going to work. ### 1/5 — Misleading compatibility info *2025-05-30, version 4.6.1* The app says is compatible in iPhone and iPad. The app In my iPhone and iPad says “screen size not supported” contacting Pre Sonus support is a pain, and their knowledge base doesn’t specify which iPad with what size screen is supported. ## Frequently asked questions about PreSonus Universal Control ### What does PreSonus Universal Control do? PreSonus Universal Control is a powerful remote-mixing software that allows you to control compatible PreSonus audio hardware, such as StudioLive mixers, Quantum interfaces, and Revelator microphones, from your iPad. It provides immediate access to mixing functions, EQ, effects, monitor mixes, and more, offering the freedom to adjust your sound from anywhere within your wireless network. ### What hardware is compatible with Universal Control? The app is compatible with StudioLive Series III console and rack mixers, Quantum-series audio interfaces (ES, HD, and Thunderbolt), Revelator-series microphones and audio interfaces, and Studio-series audio interfaces (1810, 1810c, 1824, 1824c, 192, and 192 Mobile). While StudioLive AI and RM mixers may still work, they are no longer officially supported. ### How much does PreSonus Universal Control cost? PreSonus Universal Control is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description, making it a free tool to enhance the control of your PreSonus audio equipment. ### What are the system requirements for Universal Control? To use PreSonus Universal Control, you will need an iPad running iOS 15.4 or later. Depending on the specific PreSonus hardware you are controlling, you may also require a computer connected via USB or Thunderbolt, and a WiFi network connection. ### Can I control my mixer without a computer using this app? Yes, for StudioLive mixers (Series III and AI-series), Universal Control can directly control your mixer using a WiFi network without the need to connect a computer. However, for Quantum and Studio-series audio interfaces, and Revelator microphones and interfaces, a computer connected via USB or Thunderbolt is required along with a WiFi network. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.7.3 — 2025-12-16 Bug fixes ### 4.7.2 — 2025-10-21 Bug fixes ### 4.7 — 2025-07-29 The following additions and improvements: * Support added in Universal Control for the new Series III SE mixer models * Series III ecosystem is now AVB Milan Certified * Series III mixer Reverb Algorithm Improvements * All Fat Channel Plugin add-ons are now included in the firmware and free for all customers * Batch Firmware Update of Series III ecosystem devices now officially supported ### 4.6.1 — 2025-03-04 This update adds low latency driver support for iPadOS on M-series processors for Quantum ES / HD ### 4.6 — 2025-01-16 This is a small maintenance update ## Apps similar to PreSonus Universal Control | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [WING Copilot](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wing-copilot/id1447618712) | 2.0 (1) | Free | Music | | [DriveRack PA2 Control](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/driverack-pa2-control/id817149833) | 3.2 (106) | Free | Music | | [MXBus](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mxbus/id1530411157) | 4.2 (113) | Free | Music | | [WING-Q](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wing-q/id1519012379) | 2.3 (18) | Free | Music | | [Avid Control](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/avid-control/id1017075761) | 2.6 (68) | Free | Music | | [Sunday Keys](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sunday-keys/id1615360535) | 4.6 (108) | Free | Music | ## More apps by PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc. - [PreSonus SL Remote](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/presonus-sl-remote/id417052667) - [PreSonus QMix](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/presonus-qmix/id493797678) - [PreSonus AB1818VSL Remote](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/presonus-ab1818vsl-remote/id531541393) - [PreSonus SL Remote-AI](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/presonus-sl-remote-ai/id703205978) - [PreSonus QMix®-UC](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/presonus-qmix-uc/id703208043) - [PreSonus Capture](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/presonus-capture/id892935959) All apps by PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc.: https://appshunter.io/developer/417052670 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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