DSP 1.8 vs DCX.Client 2
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
DSP 1.8
Configure and control a specific audio DSP device wirelessly. Stream audio directly over WiFi. Requires a dedicated hardware module for operation.
- Wireless configuration
- WiFi audio streaming
- DSP device control
- Requires WiFi module
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DSP 1.8: Configuration app for Rainbow Audio DSP 1.8 with WiFi module. Enables the operation and configuration of the Rainbow Audio DSP 1.8 via WiFi as well as audio streaming over WiFi. App is designed for Rainbow retailers, as well as experienced end-users with appropriate expertise. The WiFi module (accessory) is required to work with the app.
DCX.Client 2
This application provides Wi-Fi remote control for the DCX2496 device, allowing users to manage input and output gains, EQ settings, and more. It offers features like preset management, setup transfer, and control of multiple devices.
- Wi-Fi remote control for DCX2496
- Manage input/output gains, EQ, and more
- File presets for sound setups
- Setup transfer between devices
- Control up to 16 devices
- Password protection
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Wi-Fi remote control system for DCX2496 device. What you need to control: • This DCX.Client app • The extra PC software DCX.Server 2 (MS-Windows / macOS) with a USB-RS232 interface Tip: For the first experiences with DCX.Client download the free test version DCX.Server 2 from our homepage. Supported DCX2496 functions • Input A/B/C/Sum: Gain, Mute, Delay, EQ 1..9, Dynamic EQ, Sum In A/B/C • Output 1..6: Gain, Mute, Delay (long & short), EQ 1..9, Dynamic EQ, X-Over incl. X-over Link, Phase, Polarity, Limiter • Adjust Output configuration (e.g. LMH LMH) • Configure In Stereo Link (e.g. A+B) • Set "Sum" signal sources • Select input sources for the outputs 1..6 Features • Unlimited app version (no demo/trail version) • File presets to down-/upload your sound setup for different music halls • Setup transfer from device A to B • Undo-Redo of the last action • Mute/Un-mute all outputs with a single button • Control up to 16 DCX2496 devices with a single app (RS232/RS485 cluster) • Search for the device Id of the connected DCX2496 devices • Password protection to avoid inadvertent re-adjustment • PDF Manual in English and German (online) Note: DCX.Client is also available for macOS devices.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: DCX.Client 2 at 3 against DSP 1.8's 1. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
DSP 1.8 ships an update every 39 months, DCX.Client 2 every 29 months. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | DSP 1.8 | DCX.Client 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 39 months | Every 29 months — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 11.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 28 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Rainbow Audio GmbH | Rolf Stute |
Customer experience
DSP 1.8
DCX.Client 2
In-app purchases
DSP 1.8
No in-app purchases
DCX.Client 2
No in-app purchases
