Audiobus developers today released a new product, Audiobus Remote, that lets you use a second iOS device as a control screen for your Audiobus sessions.

Here’s an example of Remote in action with Holderness FX:

Here’s an example of Audiobus Remote being used with Sector:

Audiobus Remote uses Bluetooth LE, so it requires:

• iPad 3 or newer;
• iPad Mini or newer;
• iPhone 4s or newer; or
• iPod Touch 5th Generation or newer devices.

To use Audiobus Remote:

• Start it for the first time, and simply hold it near your other iPad or iPhone running Audiobus.
• The two devices will pair , and you’ll see the apps running on your Audiobus device appear on Audiobus Remote’s control surface.
• You will see all the Audiobus Connection Panel controls you’re used to, including app switching, transport and record controls.

Apps can also define Remote Triggers, providing access to app-specific functions within Audiobus Remote

For example:, Remote Triggers can be used to

• Record or toggle individual loops in Loopy HD.
• Trigger drum samples in DM-1.
• Move between presets in Bias FX and JamUp.
• Change program and adjust effect controls in Holderness Media’s effects apps including Johnny and Caramel.
• Trigger individual sections in Sector, and switch modes.

This doubles your screen real estate, while letting you stay focused on one app in your primary device.

You can see a list of apps that have been updated to support Remote Triggers at the Audiobus site.

Audiobus Remote is available now for US $4.99. Audiobus and two Bluetooth LE compatible iOS devices are required.

If you’ve given this a try, leave a comment and let us know how you’re using it and how it’s working for you!