The Lowdown
The EvermixBox5 is a compact metal audio interface that records DJ sets from any mixer or controller by capturing analogue audio and converting it to digital for a phone app. It’s aimed at DJs who can’t use their software’s built-in record function because they’re streaming from services like Apple Music or Spotify, DJs wanting to capture everything in a booth including live musicians and microphones, and DJ livestreamers. It comes with a promised but pending (Oct 2025) redesigned app offering livestreaming to major platforms and simultaneous recording and streaming.
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First Impressions / Setting up
Opening the box, you get the EvermixBox5 in a protective case, RCA cables, a proprietary DIN-to-USB-C (or Lightning – your choice on ordering) cable, and a quick start guide. The unit weighs just 90g and measures 90mm long. It’s made from aluminium and feels solid, which is reassuring given how many cheap plastic boxes exist. I did wonder why they’ve kept the old micro USB socket for optional charging, though.
Setting up is straightforward. Plug the RCA cables into your DJ gear’s output, ideally a dedicated record or booth output, then connect the EvermixBox5 to your phone using the included DIN-to-USB-C cable. For older iPhones with Lightning, you’ll need the Lightning cable version or buy it as an optional extra. The unit has a light on top that glows green when receiving audio properly, handy for checking everything’s working.
You need a separate audio output from your DJ gear to use this properly. Most smaller controllers only have one master output, already used for speakers. I tested it with a Traktor MX2 which has both RCA and minijack outputs, so I could feed one to speakers and one to the EvermixBox. If you’ve only got one output, you’ll need a small mixer or splitter, or consider the competing Howler box, which has audio passthrough built in. This is a limitation for bedroom DJs with entry-level gear.
The phantom power feature for the crowd microphone input captures crowd noise, presumably only working when powered via the micro USB socket. I can’t see myself using it, but it’s a nice addition for some. The whole package fits into the provided case with room for all cables, making it pocket-sized and easy to throw in your DJ bag.
In Use
We tested the EvermixBox5 over several sessions with different controllers and phones, and the first thing that impressed me was how forgiving it is with audio levels. Evermix claims a +16dB increase in dynamic range over the previous version, and in practice you’d really have to try hard to distort it. I deliberately cranked everything to maximum – all the EQs, the gain, the master volume – and could only just get the LED to flash red occasionally. The sweet spot for recording is huge, reassuring for DJs who aren’t audio engineers.
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That said, the unit is entirely dependent on whatever volume you’re feeding it. If you start the night with your master volume at 50% and gradually push it up as the venue fills, your recording levels will change throughout the set. You’ll end up with a recording that starts quiet and gets louder. A dedicated record output on your mixer solves this completely – just worth remembering.
App – update is coming…
The current Evermix app is functional and simple. When you open it, you get a record button and a livestream button. Hit record and it starts capturing audio immediately, showing levels and remaining storage space. You can choose between WAV (uncompressed), 320kbps AAC, or 192kbps AAC. I always go for WAV because storage is cheap and you can compress later if needed. The recording quality is good – it captures 24-bit, 44.1kHz audio (just better than CD quality) with a frequency response of 30Hz-20kHz, and recordings were indistinguishable from direct software recordings.
The app offers automatic upload to Mixcloud and SoundCloud, which sounds convenient but I wouldn’t use it. I’d never share a recording straight from a live set without listening back, trimming the start and end, and maybe adjusting levels. The promised Evermix Pro app is supposed to add normalisation and trimming capabilities within the app itself, which would make this feature actually useful. It will also offer integrated livestreaming to TikTok, Mixcloud, YouTube, Twitch, Facebook and SoundCloud directly, plus simultaneous recording and livestreaming. When that arrives, the value proposition becomes stronger.
Livestreaming as well as recording
For livestreaming, you paste in your stream credentials from whichever platform you’re using, point your phone at the decks, and go live. The audio comes from the EvermixBox5 while video comes from your phone’s camera. It works well, though you’ll want a tripod or phone mount. I found livestreaming more useful than expected, especially for bedroom DJs wanting to broadcast without getting tangled up with OBS and laptop audio routing. Setting up a livestream took less than five minutes.
One annoyance is the proprietary DIN cable. If you lose or damage it, you can only buy replacements from Evermix. Why not use a standard cable format? It’s the kind of thing that’ll frustrate you if you’re packing your bag at 2am and realise you’ve left it at home. At least Evermix sells them cheaply on their site, but it still feels unnecessarily proprietary.
I particularly liked that the unit draws very little power from your phone, so you can record for hours without killing your battery, especially if you use the optional micro USB power input to charge while recording. The metal build feels like it’ll survive being thrown in a DJ bag repeatedly, which is more than I can say for some plastic alternatives.
Conclusion
The EvermixBox5 is a well-made, simple solution for recording DJ sets when you can’t use software recording, need to capture a full booth environment, or want a simple way to livestream. The audio quality is excellent, the form factor is pocketable, and the forgiving input range means you’re unlikely to ruin recordings with distortion. When the Evermix Pro app arrives with its editing features and multi-platform livestreaming, it’ll be an even more compelling package. For DJs who regularly play out and want an easy way to capture their sets (including crowd noise and multiple inputs), this does exactly what it promises.
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However, the lack of audio passthrough means you need a controller or mixer with two outputs, which limits its appeal. If you’re a bedroom DJ with an entry-level controller, you’ll need to budget for a small mixer or splitter as well, or look at the Howler box at £179 which includes passthrough and can record directly to SD card without a phone.
At the budget end, a Behringer audio interface costs around £15-20 and will do the basic job if you’re willing to sort out cables and apps yourself. The EvermixBox5’s price is high for what is essentially a two-channel audio interface with a nice app, but you’re paying for the simplicity and polish as much as the technology.
If you’ve got DJ gear with dual outputs and want a reliable, no-fuss recording solution that fits in your pocket, this is a solid choice that does one thing well. The proprietary cables are a minor annoyance rather than a dealbreaker. For mobile DJs, club DJs, or anyone who regularly needs to record or livestream sets with multiple inputs, the EvermixBox5 is worth the money.
