Fender Universal Control vs Gear Valet

Get the most from your Fender and PreSonus audio interface and mixing products. Fender Universal Control lets you unlock some of your supported product’s most powerful features. Whether you’re dialing in a monitor mix for your Fender Quantum HD or LT audio interface or remotely controlling your PreSonus StudioLive mixer from anywhere in the venue, Fender Universal Control puts flexible mixing and DSP features at your fingertips. Compatible hardware includes: ● Fender Quantum LT and HD-series interfaces ● PreSonus StudioLive Series III console and rack mixers ● Legacy PreSonus audio interfaces (Quantum ES, Revelator, Studio-series) As an all-in-one solution, Universal Control’s hardware control options vary by product. Discover what it can do for your supported Fender and PreSonus gear. Fender Quantum-series interfaces For Quantum-series interface owners, Universal Control lets you create monitor mixes and control loopback streams. For Quantum HD interfaces, you can also remotely control preamp levels and speaker switching. To use the Universal Control app, you must connect your audio interface to a computer running Universal Control for macOS or Windows and connect your iOS device to the same network as your computer. StudioLive Series III mixers Universal Control 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. Take control of your StudioLive Series III mix from the audience’s perspective, where it matters most. To use the Universal Control app, you must connect your iOS device to the same wireless network as your StudioLive mixer. Note: Universal Control for StudioLive is optimized for iPad use. A separate app, QMix-UC app, is optimized for iPhone screen sizes. Legacy PreSonus audio interfaces For legacy PreSonus audio interfaces (Quantum ES, Revelator, Studio-series), Universal Control Surface offers powerful zero-latency hardware-based monitor control—everything you need to create high-quality monitor mixes and more. To use the Universal Control app, you must connect your audio interface to a computer running Universal Control for macOS or Windows and connect your iOS device to the same network as your computer. System Requirements ● Compatible with iPad running iOS 15.4 or later ● Control of supported mixers requires that the mobile device be connected to the same wireless network as a StudioLive Series III mixer. ● Control of supported Fender and PreSonus audio interfaces 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 connected to the computer.

Gear Valet is the ultimate gear vault and intelligent inventory tracker designed specifically for musicians, producers, audio engineers, and collectors. Whether you manage a commercial recording facility, a home project studio, or a prized personal collection of vintage guitars and tube amps, Gear Valet eliminates the friction of gear management. Catalog your equipment, track detailed specifications, log service history, and generate export-ready insurance valuation riders in seconds. Features Intelligent Multi-Modal AI Appraisal & OCR Instant Photo Identification: Snap a photo of any instrument, amplifier, microphone, or rack unit. Gear Valet uses computer vision to identify the make, model, category, and approximate year of manufacture. On-Device Optical Character Recognition (OCR): Automatically scan serial badges, manufacturer plates, and chassis labels to extract serial numbers with pinpoint accuracy. Market-Driven Fair Valuation: Receive instant estimated replacement costs backed by market comps from Reverb, eBay Sold Listings, and Sweetwater. Comprehensive Category-Specific Specs Gear Valet provides dedicated, structured technical fields tailored to each instrument and hardware type: Guitars & Basses: Neck/middle/bridge pickup configurations, string gauges, string brands, and last string change dates. Amplifiers & Cabs: Circuit type (Tube, Solid-State, Hybrid), wattage output, speaker sizes, driver counts, and peak/RMS handling. Microphones: Transducer types (Condenser, Dynamic, Ribbon), phantom power (+48V) requirements, and primary application notes. Keyboards & Synths: Key counts, keybed weighting (Weighted, Semi-Weighted), MIDI support, and internal speaker configurations. Outboard & Accessories: Origin, provenance, weight, serial numbers, and custom notes. Maintenance, Repairs & Service History Keep your collection in peak operating condition. Log every tune-up, tube replacement, setup, and custom modification with date stamps, costs, technician notes, and shop records. Privacy-First & Secure Local Storage Your financial and equipment data is yours alone. Gear Valet stores your inventory locally using Apple’s SwiftData framework. Complete JSON snapshot backup and restore capabilities ensure you always retain full custody of your records. Gear Valet Pro Upgrade to Gear Valet Pro to unlock advanced tools for power users and studios: Unlimited Inventory: Catalog and track unlimited guitars, basses, amplifiers, pedals, microphones, studio outboard, and accessories without the 5-item free tier restriction. 10-Photo Equipment Gallery: Document condition, provenance, badges, and receipts with up to 10 high-resolution photos per item. AI Valuation & Identification Engine: Instant appraisals, automatic hardware specification matching, and real-time market comparables from verified audio marketplaces. Asset Financials & Analytics: Live portfolio replacement totals, category breakdowns, and dynamic interactive distribution charts. Marriage Saver Mode Need to show off your collection without displaying replacement costs and total investment figures? Toggle "Marriage Saver" mode with a single tap to instantly hide all financial figures across the dashboard and item views. Service & Maintenance Tracking: Log amplifier tube changes, speaker reconing, repairs, mods, and technician invoices with complete cost accounting. String Replacement Reminders: Automated notification scheduling tailored to your playing frequency (14, 30, 60, or 90-day intervals). Exportable PDF Insurance Reports: Generate detailed, formatted studio inventory reports with thumbnail galleries ready for insurers and appraisers. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/