Comparison

DM StageMix vs PatchBoy

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

Head to head
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.

About

PatchBoy

This app streamlines live sound setup by allowing users to visually build stage plots, generate input lists, and automate patching. It supports various band setups, console types, and stage box configurations, simplifying sound checks and exports.

Highlights
  • Drag-and-drop stage plot builder
  • Automated input list generation
  • Stage box and console patching
  • Smart microphone and DI library
  • Sound check progress tracking
  • Exportable PDF and CSV reports
  • Wireless and in-ear monitor management
Features
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PatchBoy is the stage plot that builds your input list and your patch as you go. Drag a vocal, an amp, a DI or a drum kit onto the stage and PatchBoy turns it into a numbered channel automatically. Drop a stage box where the rack sits and one tap patches every input to the nearest box, then to your FOH, monitor and broadcast desks. The stage, the list and the patch are the same document seen three ways, so they can never drift apart. BUILD THE STAGE • Drag-and-drop stage plot for iPhone and iPad • Start from a band template: full band, rock, worship, singer-songwriter, DJ, corporate AV • Real stage geography: drums upstage, vocals down front, wedges along the edge facing the band • Drum kit builder: explode a kit into 4-piece, 5-piece or full studio channels, named and mic'd GET THE INPUTS RIGHT • The input list builds and renumbers itself as you place and move sources • Drag to reorder, lock a channel so drums stay 1–8 when you add a vocal • Smart mic and DI library: a condenser auto-arms 48V, a dynamic clears it, ribbons get a phantom warning • Per-channel stand choice and notes • On iPad, see the stage and the input list side by side STAGE BOXES ON THE PLOT • Place SD-Racks, Rios, DL32s, Stage 64s, NSBs and more right where they live on stage • Each box shows inputs used against its real capacity • Auto-patch sends every input to the nearest box with a free input, then numbers desk channels 1:1 • Wedges, IEMs, subs and PA are outputs too, patched to box outputs with their own mix numbers KNOW YOUR CONSOLES • Library of about 110 consoles and 85 stage boxes: DiGiCo Quantum, SD and S-Series, Avid S6L, Yamaha RIVAGE, DM7, CL, QL and TF, Allen & Heath dLive, Avantis and SQ, Midas PRO, HD96 and M32, Behringer WING and X32, SSL Live, Lawo mc², Calrec, Soundcraft Vi and Si, PreSonus StudioLive, Waves LV1, QSC • FOH, monitor and broadcast desks on one show, with the split type (gain share, analog split, separate racks) • Live capacity check against real analog I/O and the desk's processing ceiling, plus a warning when a box and a desk don't share a transport SOUND CHECK • Mons, FOH and Truck each confirm every input independently • A progress bar and per-channel indicators show what's good everywhere and what's still hanging WIRELESS AND IN-EARS • Add IEMs and wireless mics and they collect into clean racks • Track brand, model, band and operating frequency per unit SHARE AND EXPORT • Export a clean multi-page PDF: stage plot, input list, input patch for every desk, output patch, stage boxes and RF sheet • Export CSV, including a channel-name file per desk for your console's naming tool • Hand a whole show to the crew with a short share code • Keep every show you've built and switch between them FREE AND PRO The drag-and-drop stage plot, input list, sound-check mode, RF racks and one saved show are free. PatchBoy Pro ($29.99/year) unlocks the console patch with the full desk and stage box library, auto-patch, output patch, unlimited shows, crew share, and PDF and CSV export. Auto-renewing annual subscription, cancel anytime in Settings. Your shows stay on your device. No accounts, no tracking. eighty32 — field tools for AV, RF & broadcast. ——— Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://patchboy.eighty32.com/privacy PatchBoy Pro is an auto-renewable annual subscription ($29.99/year or local equivalent). Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation and renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends.

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PatchBoy at 4.0 against DM StageMix's 2.5. DM StageMix's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (8 vs 2). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. PatchBoy sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $29.99 per year. DM StageMix asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PatchBoy holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 2 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DM StageMix ships an update every 3 months, PatchBoy every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
DM StageMix versus PatchBoy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDM StageMixPatchBoy
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.5 (8 ratings)4.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size182 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYamaha CorporationChris DeBrizzio

Customer experience

DM StageMix

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

PatchBoy

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

DM StageMix

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

PatchBoy

Subscriptions1
  • PatchBoy Pro$29.991 Year

Questions

Is DM StageMix free?
DM StageMix is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PatchBoy free?
PatchBoy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DM StageMix or PatchBoy?
PatchBoy is rated higher. DM StageMix averages 2.5 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while PatchBoy averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.
Do DM StageMix or PatchBoy have ads?
Neither DM StageMix nor PatchBoy shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DM StageMix or PatchBoy?
DM StageMix ships an update every 3 months, and PatchBoy every 2 months. Most recently, DM StageMix was updated on October 2, 2026 and PatchBoy on September 29, 2026.

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