Audio mixer replacement for Windows XP?

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Similar to how Notepad can be replaced by many text editors. Is there something to replace Windows XP built-in simple audio mixer (sndvol32.exe), with something more versatile?

Rob Kam

Posted 2010-10-01T12:37:12.470

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What are you trying to do? The mixer app in Windows does everything your sound card does, except for any proprietary features, which can be handled with the bundled software that came with your sound card. If you're looking for EQ, separate channels per application, etc., then I recommend using loopback sound devices and a package such as Ableton Live. – Brad – 2010-10-01T13:33:47.513

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To control both playback and record more efficiently than with Windows default volume control, Audio Control is better. Also it is not bloated with unwanted features.

Rob Kam

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I think Nirsoft's Volumouse is the best application for that purpose.

Volumouse window

It outputs a little scrollable window over the active window when Alt or LMB is held, by default, as shown below:

Activated Volumouse

user373230

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Such alternatives usually goes with sound cards.

stim

Posted 2010-10-01T12:37:12.470

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Have a look at Sound Control

Sathyajith Bhat

Posted 2010-10-01T12:37:12.470

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