Hey everyone! I've been working on BetterAudio, a macOS menu bar app that puts granular control over your sound environment exactly where you need it.



\## What makes it different?

\- \*\*Per-App Volume Control\*\* – Control volume for each application independently (finally!)

\- \*\*Smart Device Switching\*\* – Effortlessly switch between input/output devices with one click

\- \*\*External Monitor Control\*\* – Control external monitor volume directly via DDC

\- \*\*Local AI Dictation\*\* – Transcribe text using privacy-first Parakeet AI models (runs locally, zero cloud)

\- \*\*Force Media Keys\*\* – Lock media keys to always control your chosen player (Spotify, Apple Music), even if another app is focused

\- \*\*Audio Sharing\*\* – Play audio on two devices simultaneously

\- \*\*Global Keyboard Shortcuts\*\* – Customize hotkeys for volume, device switching, muting

\- \*\*Custom HUD Notifications\*\* – Beautiful on-screen notifications when adjusting volume or switching devices



\## Why I built it

I kept bouncing between macOS's Settings, app preferences, and third-party tools just to manage audio. Needed one place to switch devices, control per-app volumes, and mute my mic without losing focus. BetterAudio is that place.



\## Free + Optional License

\- \*\*Free core features\*\* – All the essentials are included out of the box

\- \*\*Optional Support License\*\* ($9.99 USD / 29.99 PLN / 7.99 EUR) – Unlocks premium features like multi-output routing, volume key routing, and HUD customization

\- \*\*Risk-free trial\*\* – New users get a time-limited trial with all features unlocked



\## Installation

\- \*\*macOS 14.6+\*\*

\- Install via Homebrew: \`brew install rokartur/betteraudio/betteraudio\` or grab it here: \[betteraudio.pro\](https://betteraudio.pro)  


Would love to hear your thoughts, suggestions, or feedback! What audio control feature would make your Mac experience smoother?  


\*\*GitHub:\*\* [https://github.com/rokartur/BetterAudio](https://github.com/rokartur/BetterAudio)

\*\*Website:\*\* [https://betteraudio.pro](https://betteraudio.pro)



BetterAudio – Master Your Mac's Audio with Per-App Volume Control