This is a completely free, simple, and flexible open-source soundboard application that lets you bind sound files to keyboard keys. It's perfect for streamers, presenters, or anyone needing quick access to sound effects. It has a CC0 license, so you can use it as you please.
- Key Binding: Bind any sound file (MP3/WAV) to almost any keyboard key
- Dynamic Stop Key: Configurable "Stop All Sounds" key (default: Numpad 0)
- Master Volume Control: Adjust volume for all sounds through a single slider
- Sound Testing: Test sounds directly from the interface with a stop function
- Persistent Configuration: Your bindings are automatically saved and loaded between sessions
- User-Friendly Interface: Clean, intuitive design with human-readable key names
- Download the latest release from the Releases section
- Run the
.exefile - no installation required - The application will start with a clean configuration
- Click "+ Add New Binding"
- Press any key you want to bind
- Select a sound file (MP3 or WAV)
- Your binding will be saved automatically
- Test Sounds: Click "Test" to play a sound, "Stop" to stop it
- Delete Bindings: Remove any binding using the "Delete" button
- Stop All Sounds: Use the configurable stop key (default: Numpad 0)
- Change Stop Key: Click "Change Stop Key" and press your preferred key
- Use the master volume slider to adjust the volume of all sounds
- Volume settings apply to both active soundboard and sound testing
- When the soundboard is running, bound keys will be intercepted by the application
- The stop key binding is preserved between sessions
- Supported file formats: MP3 and WAV
- Windows Operating System
- No additional software installation required
- Runs from a single executable file
If you want to run from the Python source:
- Ensure you have Python 3.x installed
- Install required packages:
pip install pygame pynput - Run
soundboard_gui.py
CC0