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Life & fun · February 16, 2016

Sound Control

App-specific volume control

Sound Control launched on February 16, 2016 with 417 votes, #23 of 4,386 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 10 years on.

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In plain words

Sound Control is a Mac app that lets users adjust volume levels for individual applications rather than controlling system-wide audio. It's designed for anyone who wants precise audio management across multiple programs, such as muting one app while keeping others at full volume. This app-specific volume control stands out for giving users granular control over their audio environment without affecting overall system settings.

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From the sources

Every app and output device has separate effects settings. Use the AUNBandEQ to calibrate your headphones. Use the 10 or 31 band graphic EQ to tailor sound to your liking. With Audio Unit support* you can alter the sound any way that you want. Send Music to an external USB device while the rest of your apps use your MacBook’s internal speakers. Send Music to an external USB device while the rest of your apps use your MacBook’s internal speakers. Adjust left-to-right balance for each app and output device independently. There is also the option to down mix to mono allowing you to move all audio into your left or right channel. Sound Control now includes thousands of searchable…from staticz.com

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