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BlackHole 64ch

brew install --cask blackhole-64ch v0.7.0

Virtual audio driver that routes sound between macOS applications with zero latency.

Why you might care

Creates invisible audio connections between apps—essential for streamers, podcasters, and musicians who need to capture system audio or mix multiple sources. Popular open-source alternative to paid solutions like Loopback, with zero latency performance ideal for live streaming and recording.

Categories

audio system-utility

Alternatives

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993
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3.4k
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