SoundBuddy
Keep your preferred Mac microphone selected
SoundBuddy is a native menu bar companion for Apple silicon Macs running macOS 14 or later. Choose your default microphone and optionally keep a preferred input selected with Input Lock while the app is open. Call apps may use their own microphone settings. It also offers keyboard sound packs and paired Bluetooth controls where the device and macOS support them. One-time paid licence for one Mac, with internet required for licence checks. No free trial or free tier. Current US launch price is USD 5; regional checkout totals vary. I am SoundBuddy's maker.
Features
Default microphone selection and optional Input Lock.
Keyboard sounds, with Input Monitoring permission for sounds across apps.
Paired Bluetooth controls and hardware-dependent battery readings.
Developer ID signed and notarized installer.
Use Cases
Keep a preferred default input selected when headphones connect.
Add optional keyboard sounds while typing.
Reach supported paired-device controls from the menu bar.
Comments
SoundBuddy is a small Mac menu bar app for microphone choice, optional keyboard sounds and Bluetooth device popups. Pick a preferred macOS microphone and enable Input Lock to keep it selected while SoundBuddy is open. Calling apps can use their own input settings, so check those too. It runs on Apple silicon Macs with macOS 14 or later and is a one-time purchase for one Mac. Device controls and battery readings depend on hardware support. Keyboard sounds across apps require Input Monitoring permission. Feedback on the microphone workflow and everyday usability is welcome.
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Comments
SoundBuddy is a small Mac menu bar app for microphone choice, optional keyboard sounds and Bluetooth device popups. Pick a preferred macOS microphone and enable Input Lock to keep it selected while SoundBuddy is open. Calling apps can use their own input settings, so check those too. It runs on Apple silicon Macs with macOS 14 or later and is a one-time purchase for one Mac. Device controls and battery readings depend on hardware support. Keyboard sounds across apps require Input Monitoring permission. Feedback on the microphone workflow and everyday usability is welcome.
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