Seamless Audio Routing for macOS
Loopback is a robust utility for Mac that simplifies moving sound between applications without any physical wiring. The app creates virtual audio devices that can capture audio from any program on your Mac and forward it to other apps, all through an intuitive interface that keeps setup quick and painless.
Core capabilities
- Merge several audio inputs into a single virtual device that other programs can choose as their input.
- Create virtual sound devices that capture audio from individual apps and system sources.
- Independently control levels and apply processing to each source so every signal can be balanced or treated on its own.
- Combine and mix different streams in real time for a unified output suitable for recording or live streaming.
Who benefits from it
- Musicians who need to route software instruments or playback into recording software.
- Podcasters who want to pull interviews, sound effects, and music into one clean feed.
- Content creators producing livestreams or tutorials that require multiple audio feeds mixed together.
Fine-tuning your audio workflow
Loopback’s layout makes it easy to assemble complex signal chains: add or remove sources, tweak volume for individual channels, and insert effects per source without leaving the app. Once you’ve built a virtual device, select it in any other program as a single input to streamline recording, broadcasting, or any live production task.
Why use it
By removing the need for physical patching and providing granular control over each sound source, Loopback reduces setup time and gives you precise control over your audio environment — a practical choice for anyone aiming to simplify and professionalize their Mac-based audio production.
Technical
- Mac
- Free