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VolumeHub: Per-App Volume Control for macOS Using Native Audio API

By

Claudio Luciano

3mo ago· 1 min readenProduct

Summary

VolumeHub is a macOS application that provides per-app volume control, allowing users to independently adjust audio levels for different applications from the menu bar. The app uses Apple's native Audio Tap API without requiring kernel extensions or audio drivers, and includes features like a 10-band per-app equalizer, automatic audio ducking during calls, live audio meters, and multiple view modes. The software emphasizes privacy with zero data collection or tracking.

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macOS has always been missing per-app volume control. VolumeHub fixes that.
Built on Apple's native Audio Tap API — no kernel extensions, no audio drivers.
Features a 10-band per-app EQ, Focus Audio that auto-ducks apps during calls, live audio meters, and three view modes.
100% private. Zero data collection. Zero tracking.
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macOS has always been missing per-app volume control. VolumeHub fixes that. Control each app's volume independently from your menu bar. Turn down Spotify while keeping Discord loud — no System Settings needed. Built on Apple's native Audio Tap API — no ke

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