Virtual Audio Cable -

: The most popular choice for beginners. It is donationware (free to use with an optional donation) and available for both Windows and macOS.

| Software | Type | Best for | |----------|------|-----------| | (VB-Audio) | Free/Basic | Simple single cable, donationware | | VoiceMeeter Banana | Free | Mixing, multiple cables, EQ, routing | | Jack Audio Connection Kit | Free (advanced) | Pro routing, Linux-like patchbays | | Loopback (macOS only) | Paid | Mac users | virtual audio cable

Virtual Audio Cable is a powerful and flexible audio routing solution that can be used in a wide range of applications. Its ability to create virtual audio cables between applications, devices, and systems makes it an ideal solution for audio production, live sound, and telecommunications. While it has some limitations, VAC is a cost-effective and easy-to-use solution that can help to simplify audio routing and improve overall system performance. : The most popular choice for beginners

Other applications receive that same sound from this device as if it were a microphone. Its ability to create virtual audio cables between

is a software driver that creates virtual audio devices on your Windows PC. These devices behave like physical sound cards: one application sends audio to a "cable" (virtual output), and another application receives it from the corresponding "cable" (virtual input).

💡 For Windows 10/11, the driver is digitally signed. If you see a security warning, allow it.