Skip to content

v1.0.0 - Initial Release

Choose a tag to compare

@snap-sites snap-sites released this 30 Dec 03:20
· 14 commits to main since this release

SoundMax v1.0.0

A free, open-source macOS system-wide 10-band parametric equalizer.

Features

  • 10-Band Parametric EQ - Fine-tune frequencies from 32Hz to 16kHz
  • ±12dB Range - Professional-grade biquad filter processing
  • 7 Built-in Presets - Flat, Bass Boost, Treble Boost, Vocal, Rock, Electronic, Acoustic
  • Custom Presets - Save and load your own EQ configurations
  • Menu Bar App - Lightweight, always accessible from your menu bar
  • Launch at Login - Optional auto-start with macOS
  • Multi-Device Support - Works with built-in speakers, headphones, and audio interfaces

Requirements

  • macOS 14.0 (Sonoma) or later
  • BlackHole 2ch virtual audio driver

Installation

  1. Install BlackHole: brew install blackhole-2ch
  2. Download and open SoundMax-Installer.dmg
  3. Drag SoundMax to Applications
  4. Set system audio output to "BlackHole 2ch" in System Settings
  5. Launch SoundMax and select your real speakers as output
  6. Click Start and enjoy!

Notes

  • First launch: Grant microphone access when prompted (required to capture audio from BlackHole)
  • Unsigned build: Right-click → Open to bypass Gatekeeper