VoiceMeeter is a virtual audio mixer software designed for Windows that enables users to manage and route audio from multiple input and output sources in real time. It functions like a virtual mixing console, allowing fine control over audio signals from microphones, applications, hardware devices, and virtual audio cables.
Key Features:
- Virtual Audio Mixer:Â Mixes multiple audio inputs (microphones, applications, virtual inputs) into one or more outputs.
- Multiple Inputs/Outputs:Â Supports hardware inputs (physical microphones, line-in) and virtual inputs (software audio streams).
- Audio Routing:Â Routes audio between apps and devices flexibly, combining physical and virtual audio sources.
- Real-Time Audio Processing:Â Includes features like equalization (EQ), compression, noise gate, and gain controls for each channel.
- Multi-Channel Support:Â Handles stereo and multi-channel audio streams.
- Virtual Audio Devices:Â Provides virtual inputs/outputs to connect with other audio software.
- Supports ASIO, WDM, MME:Â Compatible with various audio driver standards for low latency and high performance.
- User Interface:Â Intuitive mixer layout with faders, mute/solo buttons, and level meters.
- Free and Paid Versions: VoiceMeeter comes in several editions—VoiceMeeter Standard (free), VoiceMeeter Banana (advanced with more channels and features), and VoiceMeeter Potato (most advanced with additional inputs/outputs and features).
Typical Use Cases:
- Streaming and podcasting to mix microphone and desktop audio.
- Audio routing and mixing for live performances or broadcasts.
- Combining audio from multiple sources for recording.
- Managing audio on a PC with multiple input/output devices.
- Enhancing sound quality and controlling audio levels in real time.
VoiceMeeter is widely used by content creators, streamers, podcasters, and audio professionals who need a flexible, software-based audio mixer solution without requiring physical mixing hardware.
