Solving the VB-Cable Conundrum on Your Mac

When it comes to sharing audio over services like Zoom and Streamyard, you may find yourself in a predicament. The problem lies in setting up your speakers to output audio correctly. For one, you're never going to want to set your Zoom or Streamyard speakers to that Multi-output device or to the VB-Cable directly. Fortunately, there are some workarounds to make things easier.

One option is to use a program called VB- Cable Virtual Audio, which can be downloaded from its dedicated page by clicking here. However, there are other solutions available as well.

A popular and free alternative is Soundflower, which has been the gold standard for years. Unfortunately, it's only compatible with Macs, and even then, you may have to override your computer's newest security guidelines just to get it installed.

Another option is Loopback, but this one comes with a hefty price tag, making it less appealing. That's where installing a third-party loopback application comes in handy. Streamyard also has its own solution, but it only works with Chrome tabs, so if you need to share sound from another program (like say Premiere for a tutorial!), you're out of luck.

Zoom also has its own proprietary solution to this problem, which auto-installs when you install Zoom. However, the actual quality isn't fantastic.

So why would you need loopback sound in the first place? Well, anytime you're screensharing content over services like Zoom or Streamyard that includes audio, you'll need loopback sound of some kind. It can be a tricky concept to wrap your head around, but it has myriad uses, especially in these days of social distancing.

In essence, virtual routing allows you to route the audio output from your computer directly to a destination without needing any cables or additional hardware. With this setup, you'll have more flexibility and control over your audio sharing experience.

By using one of these solutions, you can ensure that your audio is sent correctly to your desired destination, making it easier to communicate with others online.

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