SoundSwitch

SoundSwitch is a free, open-source Windows app that lets you switch audio playback and recording devices instantly with global hotkeys, per-app rules, profiles and notifications.

SoundSwitch

Switch your audio devices with a single keystroke

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Instant Switching

Toggle between playback and recording devices with a customizable global hotkey.

Lightweight

Runs quietly in the system tray with minimal resource usage.

Per-App Rules

Automatically switch devices when specific applications start or gain focus.

Profiles

Save and recall complete audio configurations in one click.

Smart Notifications

Choose between toast, banner, or sound notifications for switches.

Streamer Friendly

Switch devices without interrupting your broadcast.

Total downloads

Aggregated across every GitHub release · click number for 3-month trend

Quick Start

Get up and running in under a minute:

Install SoundSwitch using the download button above.
Right-click the SoundSwitch tray icon and open Settings.
On the Playback and Recording tabs, check the devices you want to cycle through.
Use the default hotkeys to switch instantly:
- Ctrl + Alt + F11 — cycle playback devices
- Ctrl + Alt + F7 — cycle recording devices
- Ctrl + Alt + M — toggle microphone mute

Need more detail? Head over to the full Getting Started guide.

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