MU-Panel Apex-2 Control Box

The MU-Panel Apex-2 Control Box is a compact sim racing button box built for drivers who want quick access to essential controls without adding clutter to the cockpit.

Designed around a rigid 6061 aluminum unibody chassis, the Apex-2 combines a clean industrial look with a compact footprint that fits naturally into serious sim racing cockpit setups. It is especially well suited for mounting close to the wheelbase, where frequently used functions are easier to reach during a session.

What It Does

The Apex-2 gives you a dedicated physical control panel for the commands you use most while driving.

With 20 programmable RGB illuminated switches, it can be configured for:

• ignition
• pit limiter
• camera controls
• audio and mute functions
• menu navigation
• custom sim commands
• telemetry-based status indication through SimHub

This makes it a practical SimHub button box for drivers who want less keyboard use and a cleaner, more integrated control layout.

Why It Matters

A lot of sim racing setups still rely on keyboards, macro pads, or oversized control boxes placed wherever there is space. That works, but it is rarely clean or intuitive once the cockpit is fully built.

The Apex-2 solves that by giving you a compact RGB control box that can be mounted close to your natural reach zone. The result is:

• easier access to commonly used controls
• better cockpit organization
• less dependence on desk peripherals
• a more purposeful, motorsport-inspired setup

Construction

The panel is built from an integrated 6061 aluminum unibody chassis, which gives it a more rigid and refined feel than lightweight plastic enclosures.

It is designed to feel like a proper piece of simulator hardware, not just a generic USB keypad adapted for sim racing.

Buttons & Layout

The Apex-2 uses 20 programmable RGB illuminated switches, giving you both visual feedback and flexible control mapping.

Because the switches are individually assignable, the panel can be adapted to different:

• cars
• sims
• control schemes
• driving styles

It is also compatible with custom transparent PC label inserts, which makes it much easier to create a clean and readable layout without making the panel look busy.

SimHub Integration

The panel supports SimHub-based telemetry integration, which means the RGB buttons can be used for more than simple input functions.

Depending on your SimHub setup, the panel can be configured for:

• warning flags
• spotter cues
• low fuel reminders
• traction control indicators
• other custom telemetry-based alerts

That makes it useful not just as a sim racing control panel, but also as a compact telemetry surface inside the cockpit.

Mounting & Installation

The Apex-2 connects through a single USB Type-C cable, keeping installation simple and easier to manage.

It also includes a 25 mm ball head mounting system, which gives you much more flexibility when positioning the panel. This is especially useful for rigs where space around the wheel, dashboard, or side mount area is limited.

The included hardware makes it easier to angle the panel exactly where it is most comfortable to use.

Features

• Integrated 6061 aluminum unibody chassis
• 20 programmable RGB illuminated switches
• Custom transparent PC label system
• SimHub telemetry integration
• 25 mm ball head mounting solution
• Single USB Type-C connection
• Compact format for sim racing cockpit control

Dimensions

• Panel: 5.04 × 6.69 × 0.79 in / 128 × 170 × 20 mm
• Button size: 0.71 × 0.71 in / 18 × 18 mm
• Mounting pattern: 1.18 × 1.18 in / 30 × 30 mm, M3 threaded
• Max screw insertion depth: 0.20 in / 5 mm

What’s in the Box

• 1 × MU-Panel Apex-2
• 1 × 90 mm ball head arm
• 1 × Ball head socket for panel mounting
• 1 × Ball head seat for profile mounting
• Mounting hardware
• Label sticker sheet
• 1 × USB-C cable

Compatibility

• PC
• SimHub
• USB Type-C connection

Notes

• Designed for SimHub-based customization and telemetry indication
• Compact format for flexible placement in sim racing cockpits
• Well suited for drivers who want a cleaner and more integrated control interface
• Ideal as a sim racing button box, RGB control panel, or SimHub telemetry control box

Who It’s For

The Apex-2 makes the most sense for sim racers who:

• want a compact control panel near the wheel
• use SimHub for lighting or telemetry feedback
• want a cleaner alternative to keyboards and desk-mounted keypads
• prefer a more integrated cockpit layout

If you only need a few occasional keybinds, a basic keypad may be enough.
If you want a dedicated premium aluminum button box that fits naturally into a serious rig, this is a much better solution.