Download MBXRemote
📋 What You Should Know
MBXRemote works with the standard MusicBee Remote plugin for basic playback control and library browsing.
For the full experience - including Initiator Actions, remote keyboard automation, and tab navigation hotkeys - you'll want the extended plugin v1.5.10.26. For maximum Sting, Bono, or Pavarotti, get the extended plugin with ARiA.
Runtime Requirement
.NET 8.0 Desktop Runtime is required to run MBXRemote.
If not installed, the application will prompt you to download it.
Installation
- Download the ZIP file above
- Extract to any folder (e.g.,
C:\Program Files\MBXRemote) - Run
MBXRemote.exe - If prompted, install .NET 8.0 Runtime from Microsoft
No installation required! MBXRemote is a portable application. Simply extract and run.
System Requirements
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10/11 (64-bit) |
| Runtime | .NET 8.0 Desktop Runtime |
| MusicBee | MusicBee 3 (latest recommended) with Remote plugin v3.0+ |
| Network | Local network access - UDP 5900 for discovery, TCP for connection |
MusicBee Plugin Requirement
MBXRemote requires the MusicBee Remote plugin to be installed and enabled in MusicBee.
- Open MusicBee
- Go to Edit > Preferences > Plugins
- Find and enable MusicBee Remote
- Configure the plugin port if needed (default: 3000)
- Restart MusicBee
Firewall Configuration
For MBXRemote to discover and connect to MusicBee, ensure the following:
- UDP Port 5900: Used for auto-discovery broadcasts
- TCP Port 3000: Default port for MusicBee Remote connection (configurable)
- Allow MBXRemote.exe through Windows Firewall
- Both computers must be on the same network subnet
Data Locations
| Data Type | Location |
|---|---|
| Settings | %APPDATA%\MBXRemote\settings.json |
| Library Cache | %APPDATA%\MBXRemote\musicbee.db |
| Logs | %APPDATA%\MBXRemote\logs\ |
Release Notes
Version 1.0.25.1221
- Full MusicBee Remote Protocol v4 implementation
- Complete library synchronization with SQLite caching
- Virtual list mode for large libraries (200,000+ tracks)
- Tabbed interface with Now Playing, Library, Playlists, Queue, Settings
- Global hotkeys and Initiator Actions automation
- System tray integration with toast notifications
- Light and dark theme support
- High DPI display support
Previous Versions
Previous versions are not currently available. Please use the latest version for best compatibility and features.