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No Audio MIDI Setup. No aggregate devices. Just works.\n\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\n  \u003ca href=\"https://github.com/linguaholic/litlink-app/releases/latest/download/LitLink.pkg\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownload LitLink Free\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;·\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\n  \u003ca href=\"https://litpads.app/litlink\"\u003eWebsite\u003c/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;·\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\n  \u003ca href=\"https://litpads.app/litlink/buy\"\u003eGet LitLink Pro\u003c/a\u003e\n\u003c/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https://img.shields.io/badge/macOS-14%2B-blue?logo=apple\u0026logoColor=white\" alt=\"macOS 14+\" /\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https://img.shields.io/badge/Apple-Signed%20%26%20Notarized-brightgreen?logo=apple\u0026logoColor=white\" alt=\"Signed and notarized\" /\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https://img.shields.io/badge/Architecture-Universal%20(ARM%20%2B%20Intel)-orange\" alt=\"Universal binary\" /\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https://img.shields.io/github/v/release/linguaholic/litlink-app?label=Latest%20Release\" alt=\"Latest release\" /\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https://img.shields.io/github/downloads/linguaholic/litlink-app/total?label=Downloads\" alt=\"Total downloads\" /\u003e\n\u003c/p\u003e\n\n---\n\n## What Is LitLink?\n\nLitLink is a virtual audio driver for macOS that creates a virtual audio device on your Mac. Any application — Discord, OBS, Zoom, QuickTime, or any DAW — can use this device as an audio input to receive system audio, microphone audio, or both.\n\nUnlike BlackHole or other virtual audio cables that require manual Audio MIDI Setup configuration, LitLink includes a companion app that handles everything automatically with a single toggle.\n\n---\n\n## Features\n\n### LitLink Free\n\nEverything you need for basic audio routing — completely free, no account required, no time limit.\n\n| Feature | Description |\n|---------|-------------|\n| **System Audio Passthrough** | Routes all system audio to the virtual device with one toggle. Automatically creates and configures the multi-output device. |\n| **Mic Passthrough** | Combines your microphone audio with system audio into a single stream. No aggregate device setup needed. |\n| **Companion App** | Menu bar app with visual controls, status display, and mic volume adjustment. |\n| **Automatic Multi-Output Device** | LitLink creates the multi-output device and sets it as system default automatically. No Audio MIDI Setup required. |\n| **Persistence** | Configuration survives restarts. Set it once, forget it. |\n| **32-bit Float / 48 kHz Stereo** | Studio-grade audio quality at the kernel level. |\n| **Built-in Help Guide** | Setup instructions for Discord, OBS, Zoom, and every supported application. |\n\n### LitLink Pro — $3.99/mo or $29 Lifetime\n\nPer-app audio routing for streamers, podcasters, and professionals who need precise control.\n\n| Feature | Description |\n|---------|-------------|\n| **Per-App Audio Routing** | Select specific apps to route through LitLink using the macOS Process Tap API. |\n| **Individual Volume Control** | Independent volume slider for each routed application. |\n| **Per-App Mute** | Mute individual apps without stopping the audio tap. |\n| **Real-Time Level Meters** | Visual audio level display per app. |\n| **Parametric EQ** | Per-app and master parametric equalizer with visual frequency curve. |\n| **Peak Limiter** | Per-app and per-bus brick-wall limiters with adjustable ceiling — prevents clipping in your stream or recording when multiple apps sum together. |\n| **Routing Profiles** | Save and switch between different routing configurations. |\n| **Global Hotkeys** | Keyboard shortcuts for per-app routing control. |\n| **7-Day Free Trial** | Try all Pro features free for 7 days on both plans. |\n\n---\n\n## Quick Start\n\n1. **Download** — grab [LitLink.pkg](https://github.com/linguaholic/litlink-app/releases/latest/download/LitLink.pkg) and run the installer\n2. **Open LitLink** — the app runs in your menu bar\n3. **Toggle System Audio Passthrough** — one click, done\n4. **Select \"LitLink Audio Bridge\"** as the input device in Discord, OBS, Zoom, or any app\n5. **Optional:** toggle Mic Passthrough to combine your voice with system audio\n\nThat's it. No Audio MIDI Setup. No multi-output device configuration. No master clock settings.\n\n---\n\n## Use Cases\n\n| Use Case | How |\n|----------|-----|\n| **Share audio on Discord** | Toggle system audio passthrough, select LitLink Audio Bridge as input in Discord voice settings |\n| **Capture system audio in OBS** | Add LitLink Audio Bridge as an audio input source in OBS |\n| **Play audio in Zoom meetings** | Select LitLink Audio Bridge as your microphone in Zoom |\n| **Record app audio in QuickTime** | Choose LitLink Audio Bridge as the microphone in a new audio recording |\n| **Route soundboard to Discord/OBS** | Use [LitPads](https://litpads.app) for soundboard + LitLink for routing |\n| **Stream with per-app control** | LitLink Pro: route Chrome audio without Spotify, or vice versa |\n| **Podcast recording** | Capture specific application audio while excluding others |\n\n---\n\n## LitLink vs BlackHole vs Loopback\n\n| | LitLink Free | LitLink Pro | BlackHole | Loopback |\n|---|---|---|---|---|\n| **Price** | Free | $3.99/mo or $29 | Free | $99 |\n| **Setup** | One toggle | One toggle | Manual Audio MIDI Setup | Visual routing UI |\n| **Mic Passthrough** | Built-in | Built-in | Not included | Manual wiring |\n| **Per-App Routing** | — | Per-app with volume | — | Per-app with wires |\n| **Multi-Output Device** | Automatic | Automatic | Manual | Automatic |\n| **Companion App** | Included | Included | Not included | Included |\n| **EQ** | — | Per-app + master | — | — |\n| **Audio Quality** | 32-bit float / 48 kHz | 32-bit float / 48 kHz | 32-bit float / 48 kHz | 32-bit float / 48 kHz |\n\n---\n\n## Technical Specifications\n\n| Spec | Value |\n|------|-------|\n| **Driver Type** | HAL (Hardware Abstraction Layer) audio plugin |\n| **Audio Format** | 32-bit float, stereo |\n| **Sample Rates** | 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz |\n| **Latency** | Near-zero (kernel level) |\n| **Architecture** | Universal binary (Apple Silicon + Intel) |\n| **Minimum macOS** | 14.0 Sonoma (Free), 14.2 (Pro per-app routing) |\n| **Installer** | Signed with Developer ID, notarized by Apple |\n| **Installer Size** | ~3.5 MB |\n\n---\n\n## Frequently Asked Questions\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs LitLink really free?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr/\u003e\nYes. LitLink Free includes mic passthrough, system audio passthrough, automatic multi-output device creation, the companion app, and the built-in help guide. No trial period, no time limit, no account required. These features are permanently free.\n\u003c/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I get LitLink Pro?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr/\u003e\nDownload and install LitLink Free first. Open the app, scroll to the Pro section, and click \"Buy LitLink Pro.\" Choose monthly ($3.99/mo) or lifetime ($29). Both plans include a 7-day free trial. After purchase, enter your transaction ID in the app and click Activate.\n\u003c/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes LitLink work with Apple Silicon and Intel Macs?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr/\u003e\nYes. LitLink is a universal binary that runs natively on Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4) and Intel Macs without Rosetta translation.\n\u003c/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs LitLink safe to install?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr/\u003e\nLitLink is signed with a Developer ID certificate and notarized by Apple. macOS Gatekeeper verifies the signature before installation. The installer places the audio driver in the standard system audio plugin directory and the app in your Applications folder.\n\u003c/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes LitLink add latency?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr/\u003e\nSystem audio passthrough operates at the kernel level with near-zero latency. Mic passthrough adds approximately 42ms through a minimal ring buffer, which is imperceptible in voice calls and streaming.\n\u003c/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I uninstall LitLink?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr/\u003e\nOpen the LitLink app, go to the Status section, and click \"Uninstall Driver.\" The app removes the driver, disables passthrough, restores your original audio output, and cleans up the multi-output device. Then delete LitLink from Applications.\n\u003c/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich apps work with LitLink?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr/\u003e\nAny app that accepts audio input on macOS: Discord, OBS, Zoom, Google Meet, Twitch Studio, QuickTime, GarageBand, Logic Pro, Audacity, and any DAW or recording tool.\n\u003c/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy don't some apps appear in per-app routing?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr/\u003e\nApps only appear when actively producing audio. Start playback in the app and click Refresh App List.\n\u003c/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use LitLink with LitPads?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr/\u003e\nYes. LitPads is a custom soundboard app for Mac, iPad, and iPhone. LitLink routes LitPads audio to Discord, OBS, Zoom, or any other application. Together they provide a complete audio routing and soundboard solution for streamers and content creators.\n\u003c/details\u003e\n\n---\n\n## Download\n\n**[Download LitLink.pkg](https://github.com/linguaholic/litlink-app/releases/latest/download/LitLink.pkg)** — macOS 14+ · Signed \u0026 notarized by Apple\n\nLearn more at **[litpads.app/litlink](https://litpads.app/litlink)**\n\n---\n\n## License\n\nLitLink is proprietary software. Free features are available at no cost. Pro features require a paid license. See [Terms of Service](https://litpads.app/terms) for details.\n","project_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/projects/github.com%2Flinguaholic%2Flitlink-app","html_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/projects/github.com%2Flinguaholic%2Flitlink-app","lists_url":"https://awesome.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/projects/github.com%2Flinguaholic%2Flitlink-app/lists"}