Comparison

RCF LiveRemote vs DM StageMix

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

RCF LiveRemote

Control active speakers and subwoofers remotely via Bluetooth. Adjust internal mixer, EQ, reverb, and more. Supports dual mode for linked audio and control.

Highlights
  • Bluetooth remote control
  • Internal digital mixer
  • 3-band EQ and dynamics
  • Bluetooth audio streaming
  • Internal reverb and crossover
  • Output system EQ and delay
  • Dual mode linking
Features
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The RCF LiveRemote App allows full control of several active speakers and subwoofers from your smartphone, via Bluetooth, and it has been updated to include the remote control of additional speaker models. If control-only is required, up to 8 speakers can be connected. When in Dual Mode (available for ART 91x-AX Models) only two speakers can be linked for both audio and control. The following RCF products are supported: ART 910-AX/912-AX/915-AX Single and Dual mode supported SUB 15-AX / SUB 18-AX Control-only Internal features are fully accessible via LiveRemote, and they vary depending on which unit is connected. For specific feature, please refer to the Product Reference Guide. FOR ART 9-AX SPEAKERS * 6-in, 2-out internal digital mixer, with STEREO or MONO setting * on all inputs: HPF, 3-band EQ is available * on channels 1 and 2: individual 48V on/off, dynamics block * Bluetooth audio streaming: on a dedicated input channel, in stereo or mono according to the selected mode * flexible ducker section * internal reverb REVERB with individual channel sends and 3 presets * internal crossover: with 4 USER locations and several presets to match the ART 9-AX with selected RCF subwoofer models * output system section: affects both speaker and SUB out; 5-band fully parametric EQ, up to 45 meters internal delay * Dual mode links both Bluetooth audio and control between two units, a Master and a Slave * when Dual mode is desired, it must must be enabled on the active speaker, in order to be visible from the app FOR SUB AX SUBWOOFERS * stereo input and outputs, to allow both 2.1 and 1.1 configurations * internal crossover: with 4 USER locations and several presets to match the SUB with several RCF speaker models * additional factory-tuned presets can be uploaded from the app to 4 USER APP locations; a full preset catalog update can be performed via firmware update with future upgrades * output system section: affects both SUB and crossover outputs; 8-band fully parametric EQ, up to 45 meters internal delay * grouping is possible for output levels (relative level control) and MUTEs * on more than one unit, output system sections can be linked from the app, so that delay and EQ are linked together. This option is ideal for 2.2 configurations * dual mode is not available on SUB models, as they do offer control via Bluetooth but not Bluetooth audio; SUB products can be linked for paired remote control COMMON FEATURES - On the SPEAKERS page, it is possible to view all available devices and select which one shall be connected; this operation needs to be restarted (DISCONNECT > SCAN > CONNECT) if the available devices change - Speaker name can be modified only on the physical display of the product itself - within the setup PAGE, it is possible to view delay lines values in feet by tapping on the Use Imperial Units Flag - VU Meters Enable (within the setup PAGE) creates a further tab on the lower bar, and shows the VU Meters of one unit only; it is intended for debugging audio connections

About

DM StageMix

This application offers remote control for Yamaha DM7 series digital mixing systems on iPad. It allows audio engineers to adjust monitor mixes directly from stage, improving setup efficiency and mix quality. Its features are expanding for broader remote control capabilities.

Highlights
  • Remote control for Yamaha DM7 series
  • Intuitive graphical interface
  • Stage monitor mix adjustment
  • Direct control of mix parameters
  • Expanded remote control functions
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DM StageMix is an application for the Apple iPad that provides remote control of Yamaha DM7/DM5 series digital mixing system functions via a simple, intuitive graphical interface from anywhere within wireless range. The software has been specifically designed to allow engineers to adjust monitor mixes from the performers’ positions on stage, directly controlling mix parameters via the iPad rather than having to rely on verbal directions to a second engineer. The result is better mixes in less time; a huge advantage during high-pressure pre-show setup. Although StageMix is focused on the requirements for adjusting monitor mixes on stage, its range of features is continually expanding, allowing it to be used for a wider variety of remote control functions.

Screenshots

RCF LiveRemote4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: RCF LiveRemote at 4.0 against DM StageMix's 2.5. RCF LiveRemote also leads on review sentiment (50% vs 33%) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 3 months). DM StageMix's advantage is ratings volume (8 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

RCF LiveRemote holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 8 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of RCF LiveRemote's written reviews are positive against 33% of DM StageMix's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RCF LiveRemote ships an update every 6 weeks, DM StageMix every 3 months. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
RCF LiveRemote versus DM StageMix: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRCF LiveRemoteDM StageMix
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (2 ratings) — better2.5 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings28 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB182 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRCF spaYamaha Corporation

Customer experience

RCF LiveRemote

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

DM StageMix

All ratings8 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

RCF LiveRemote

No in-app purchases

None

DM StageMix

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RCF LiveRemote free?
RCF LiveRemote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is DM StageMix free?
DM StageMix is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, RCF LiveRemote or DM StageMix?
RCF LiveRemote is rated higher. RCF LiveRemote averages 4.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while DM StageMix averages 2.5 from 8 ratings.
Do RCF LiveRemote or DM StageMix have ads?
Neither RCF LiveRemote nor DM StageMix shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RCF LiveRemote or DM StageMix?
RCF LiveRemote ships an update every 6 weeks, and DM StageMix every 3 months. Most recently, RCF LiveRemote was updated on November 3, 2026 and DM StageMix on November 3, 2026.

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