# SoundSource for Mac

> Per-app volume and effects, from the menu bar.

Set volume per app, send each app to a different output and add EQ or effects to anything. SoundSource fixes Mac audio.

## Facts

- Price: Paid up front
- Developer: Rogue Amoeba
- Category: Audio & Voice
- Website: https://rogueamoeba.com/soundsource/
- Homebrew cask: soundsource
- Facts checked: 2026-10-19
- MacWorthy page: https://macworthy.com/apps/soundsource/

## Install

Homebrew:

```sh
brew install --cask soundsource
```

## Questions

### How much does SoundSource cost?

SoundSource is paid software, bought up front from rogueamoeba.com.

### Where can I download SoundSource for Mac?

Download SoundSource from the developer's website (rogueamoeba.com). MacWorthy links only to official sources.

### Can I install SoundSource from the Terminal?

Yes. With Homebrew, run `brew install --cask soundsource`.

### What are good alternatives to SoundSource?

Other audio & voice apps for Mac worth a look are TuningMac (one-time purchase), FineTune (open source), echo99 (free) and Kiiwi (one-time purchase).

## Alternatives in Audio & Voice

- [TuningMac](https://macworthy.com/apps/tuningmac/): An equaliser and volume mixer for everything your Mac plays. (One-time purchase)
- [FineTune](https://macworthy.com/apps/finetune/): Per-app volume and EQ from the menu bar, free. (Open source)
- [echo99](https://macworthy.com/apps/echo99/): Records and transcribes calls without a meeting bot. (Free)
- [Kiiwi](https://macworthy.com/apps/kiiwi/): Recorded mechanical keyboard sounds for any keyboard. (One-time purchase)
- [Bass Plus](https://macworthy.com/apps/bass-plus/): More low end, and music that pauses when you talk. (One-time purchase)
- [MacWhisper](https://macworthy.com/apps/macwhisper/): Accurate transcription that stays on your Mac. (Free + Pro)
- [Superwhisper](https://macworthy.com/apps/superwhisper/): Dictation that writes like you do. (Subscription)
- [VoiceInk](https://macworthy.com/apps/voiceink/): Open-source, on-device voice typing. (Open source)

## Collections

- [Menu bar masters](https://macworthy.com/collections/menu-bar-masters/)

Tags: volume, eq, menu bar