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BlackHole 16ch

brew install --cask blackhole-16ch v0.7.0

Virtual audio driver that routes audio between apps with zero latency.

Why you might care

BlackHole creates virtual audio devices so you can send audio from one app to another without external hardware or quality loss. Essential for streamers, podcasters, and content creators who need to mix system audio, microphone input, and app audio in real-time. Free and low-latency.

Categories

audio system-utility

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