# X AIR

> iPad app for controlling Behringer X AIR digital mixers. (iPhone/iPad app by MUSIC Group Research UK Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x-air/id896725230 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [MUSIC Group Research UK Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/510031620)
- Category: Music
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.70/5 from 568 App Store ratings · 1,142 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 103 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-07-23
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x-air/id896725230/reviews.md

## What is X AIR?

BEHRINGER X AIR iPad app for X18/XR18/XR16/XR12 DIGITAL MIXERS
X AIR allows you to control the mixing, processing and effects functions of BEHRINGER's X18, XR18, XR16, & XR12 Digital Mixers right from your iPad®.
X AIR Version 1.5 delivers simple and advanced control features for the X18, XR18, XR16 & XR12 consoles. The user interface is providing access to mixing 18 input channels to 12 buses and editing 4 internal stereo effects processors, with highest professional audio quality, yet hiding away most of the underlying complexity. Switching to 'Advanced' mode offers full access to many more parameters of Sends, Gate and Compressor sections, when needed. You may also use the application in demo mode for offline show preparation, when no mixer is available.
KEY FEATURES
* Control all Levels for Inputs 1 – 18, incl. Preamp Gain, Low Cut, Phase, Phantom, Stereo Link
* Control all mixer internal snapshot memory, DCA groups, Mute groups and Automixing
* Full EQ Control – fine-tune the 4-/6-band parametric or 31-band graphic equalizers with RTA support
* Metering Overview – all levels at a glance
* Control bus send levels of input channels conveniently from their channel faders
* Detailed Preamp/Configuration, Gate, Dynamics, EQ and Bus Sends editing pages
* Full Effects editing GUI screens for all 61 internal FX types
* Gate and Dynamics offer either simple preset-based control or advanced, in-depth parameter control
* Create custom presets for each component of your X AIR processing, or entire mixer scenes on your iPad
* Control background music or stereo recording on USB drive with XR12 and XR16 mixers
REQUIREMENTS
X18/XR18/XR16/XR12 mixer firmware V1.15 or higher recommended
iPad with iOS 12.0 or higher

## Key features

- Control input levels and preamp gain
- Manage snapshot, DCA, and mute groups
- Full EQ control with RTA support
- Metering overview for all levels
- Edit gate, dynamics, and bus sends
- Full FX editing for internal effects
- Create custom presets and mixer scenes

## What do users think of X AIR?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 👍 Great mixer and app
- 🚀 Works flawlessly
- 💡 Powerful features
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Reliable connectivity

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes with iOS updates
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with newer devices
- 🐛 Laggy performance
- 🐛 Frequent disconnections
- 🐛 Unstable app

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when accessing EQ, effects, or setup menus
- Custom layer settings not saved
- Incorrect channel assignment when loading EQ presets
- Demo mode crashes when accessing channel EQ

**Most requested features**

- Add tap tempo button
- Improve fader control and responsiveness
- Allow locking of bus functions for band members
- Add option to keep iPad from sleeping
- Display numbered scale next to meters

## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,142)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/x-air/id896725230/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Crashes on startup

*2026-08-18, version 1.6.7*

Older ios versions seem to work well, but nothing current works anymore. No support or fixes available

### 1/5 — Absolutely Pointless App

*2026-08-08, version 1.6.7*

Bought the Behringer XR18 to use with my iPad Air but the app doesn’t even load. You get the X Air flash screen but then immediately crashes. What’s the point of an app that won’t even load? Would give zero stars if I could. This is just shameful and pitiful for Behringer…

### 1/5 — Broken!

*2026-08-05, version 1.6.7*

As of 8/3/26 app is broken. App will only open if iPad is not connected to xr18. App crashes in less than second when iPad is connected to xr18. Open app and then connect to hardware and app crashes.

### 4/5 — App now won’t open on my device

*2026-08-02, version 1.6.7*

Been using this app for my church for the past several years and a few weeks ago I tried to get on as I would every week and now the app immediately closes out whenever I tap the app to  open. I deleted the app and down loaded it again and the issue continues

### 1/5 — Is not working

*2026-07-25, version 1.6.7*

App isn’t working anymore needs to be updated,
Is not even opening….???????????

### 1/5 — Terrible, app crashes and network doesn’t connect

*2026-07-21, version 1.6.7*

Never buy a behringer. The app crashes the second you try to connect the mixers Wi-Fi

### 1/5 — App doesn’t work

*2026-07-13, version 1.6.7*

App won’t work on my iPad.

### 2/5 — Crashes on ios 26.6

*2026-06-22, version 1.6.7*

As soon as i connect my ipad to my xr18, the app crashes

### 1/5 — Connecting issues

*2026-06-17, version 1.6.7*

I can’t connect my iPad to mixer. It just closing app.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work on new devices

*2026-06-16, version 1.6.7*

Worked great for years, now the app isn’t supported on newer devices and most recent iOS updates. Fix now please

## Frequently asked questions about X AIR

### What does the X AIR app do?

The X AIR app allows you to remotely control the mixing, processing, and effects functions of compatible Behringer X AIR digital mixers directly from your iPad. It provides access to input channel controls, bus sends, EQ, dynamics, effects, and mixer scene management.

### What are the key features of the X AIR app?

Key features include control over input levels, preamp gain, EQ (parametric and graphic with RTA), dynamics (gate and compressor), bus sends, and internal effects. You can also manage mixer snapshots, DCA groups, mute groups, and create custom presets.

### Is the X AIR app free to use?

Yes, the X AIR app is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description.

### What devices is the X AIR app compatible with?

The app is designed for iPads running iOS 12.0 or higher. It is specifically for controlling Behringer X18, XR18, XR16, and XR12 digital mixers. The mixers themselves require firmware V1.15 or higher for recommended performance.

### Can I use the X AIR app without a mixer connected?

Yes, the application can be used in demo mode for offline show preparation. This allows you to familiarize yourself with the controls and set up your mixes even when no physical mixer is available.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.7 — 2023-08-18

Fixed connectivity issues

### 1.6.6 — 2023-06-28

Minor Bug Fixes.

### 1.6.5 — 2020-03-30

Bugfixes

### 1.6.4 — 2019-12-04

Bug fixes

### 1.6.3 — 2019-12-02

Bug fixes

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