Hello, audio enthusiasts! 🎛️ Ever wanted to route audio between applications without physical cables? With VB-Audio Virtual Cables, specifically VB-Audio A and VB-Audio B, you can now send audio seamlessly between applications on your computer. These virtual cables are perfect for testing, recording, live streaming, or any setup that demands flexible audio routing. Today, let’s explore what VB-Audio Virtual Cables can do, how to set them up, and how you can level up with tools like AudioPassThrough and AudioPassThrough2Outputs.

What are VB-Audio Virtual Cables A & B?

VB-Audio Cables A and B are virtual audio drivers that create “cables” inside your PC, allowing audio to flow between applications just as if you were using physical cables. Think of them as virtual bridges that connect different software environments to share audio effortlessly.

With VB-Audio Cables, you can:

• Route audio from one application to another.

• Record application audio by routing it to recording software.

• Use multiple programs with shared audio for streaming or production setups.

Setting Up VB-Audio A & B

Step 1: Install VB-Audio A & B

1. Download VB-Audio Cables A and B from the official VB-Audio website.

2. Follow the installation instructions. You may need to restart your computer.

3. After installation, you’ll find “VB-Audio A Input/Output” and “VB-Audio B Input/Output” as audio devices in your settings.

Step 2: Configure VB-Audio A & B as Input/Output

• Set VB-Audio A Input as the output device in the application you’re sending audio from.

• Set VB-Audio A Output as the input device in the application receiving audio.

• Similarly, you can use VB-Audio B for additional routing options.

For example, if you’re routing audio from a media player to recording software, you’d set your media player’s output to “VB-Audio A Input” and the recording software’s input to “VB-Audio A Output.”

Supercharging VB-Audio with AudioPassThrough and AudioPassThrough2Outputs

Now that VB-Audio is set up, let’s explore how it works even better when combined with AudioPassThrough and AudioPassThrough2Outputs. These Java-based tools let you capture and route audio in real time, making it easy to record, process, or split audio as needed.

AudioPassThrough: Simple Signal Routing

The AudioPassThrough program is perfect for simple routing tasks. It takes an audio input and sends it to a single output device in real time.

Example Use Case: You have a turntable connected to your PC, and you want the audio routed directly to a recording application using VB-Audio A.

1. Set the turntable as the input device in AudioPassThrough.

2. Set VB-Audio A Input as the output device in AudioPassThrough.

3. In your recording application, set VB-Audio A Output as the input source.

Run the program with:

java -jar AudioPassThrough.jar <inputDeviceName> <outputDeviceName>

Parameters:

• <inputDeviceName>: Name of the input device, e.g., “Turntable.”

• <outputDeviceName>: The output device, here “VB-Audio A Input.”

This setup lets you seamlessly send audio from your turntable to the recording software using VB-Audio A.

AudioPassThrough2Outputs: Splitting Audio to Two Destinations

Need to send audio to two destinations simultaneously? AudioPassThrough2Outputs is what you’re looking for! It’s an enhanced version that routes the audio input to two different output devices, acting as a virtual audio splitter.

Example Use Case: You want to record audio from a turntable in AudioRecorderWithHttp while also sending the audio to ClickRepairRT for real-time noise reduction.

1. Set the turntable as the input device in AudioPassThrough2Outputs.

2. Set VB-Audio A Input as the first output device and VB-Audio B Input as the second output.

3. In AudioRecorderWithHttp, set the input device to VB-Audio B Output.

4. For ClickRepairRT, set the input device to VB-Audio A Output.

Run the program with:

java -jar AudioPassThrough2Outputs.jar <inputDeviceName> <outputDeviceName1> <outputDeviceName2>

Parameters:

• <inputDeviceName>: Name of the input device (e.g., “Turntable”).

• <outputDeviceName1>: The first output device, set as “VB-Audio A Input.”

• <outputDeviceName2>: The second output device, set as “VB-Audio B Input.”

This way, the audio is split, sending one stream to AudioRecorderWithHttp and another to ClickRepairRT. It’s the perfect setup if you want to record and process audio at the same time.

Tips for Optimizing VB-Audio A & B

1. Avoid Feedback Loops: Ensure that the audio isn’t accidentally routed back into itself, creating a loop.

2. Control Latency: Adjust buffer sizes in VB-Audio and your software to reduce any latency, especially for live monitoring.

3. Check Compatibility: Test your devices with VB-Audio A & B to make sure everything runs smoothly.

Final Thoughts: Using VB-Audio Cables for Audio Routing

VB-Audio A & B are fantastic virtual tools that make audio routing simple and accessible. When paired with AudioPassThrough and AudioPassThrough2Outputs, you can unlock even more potential by routing, recording, and processing audio on multiple levels.

So download VB-Audio A & B, experiment with routing setups, and enjoy the freedom of seamless audio connections on your PC!