Audio & monitoring
Audio Output
Capture playback from an output device.
Before you start
Open the intended collection and layout. For capture or network inputs, have the device or sender available.
Where to find it
Sources > Add > Audio Output.
Use it
- Open the scene that will contain the source.
- Choose Add in Sources.
- Select Audio Output in Create Source.
- Enter a name and choose New.
- Choose Device.
- Set Use Device Timestamps.
- Choose Save and Close (or OK where shown).
- Check the source in Preview before taking it to Program.
Controls and additional tasks
Default follows the configured default output. Mixer routing and monitoring are separate from device choice.
Control reference
| Control | Use |
|---|---|
| Device | Choose the Windows output device this source captures. Default follows the app's configured default output device. |
| Use Device Timestamps | Use device-provided timing for desktop and output capture. |
| OK | Save the capture device settings. |
| Cancel | Close without saving changes. |
If something is wrong
If playback is silent, choose the device actually playing audio. Avoid monitoring captured output back into itself.
Stop or remove
Mute the input in Audio Mixer to stop its sound. Use its Stop or connection control if you also need to stop playback/capture. Remove the source item when it is no longer needed.
Related pages
Audio mixer and input properties · Keyboard shortcuts · Menu reference · Manual contents