Audio Device Blocker

Audio Device Blocker makes managing your audio devices on macOS super simple. You know how your Mac likes to switch to a new audio device as soon as it's available? Sometimes that’s handy, but not always! If you want to use your Bluetooth headset for listening but don’t want its microphone messing things up, it can be a real pain.

Why Choose Audio Device Blocker?

This is where Audio Device Blocker comes in. It helps you stop specific input or output devices from being used altogether. So, when your Mac tries to switch to one of those devices, the app will automatically go back to the device you were using before or choose one from a list of fallbacks.

Easy Setup for Everyone

Setting up the app is a breeze! Just click on the menu bar, access the settings, and connect any audio devices you want to control. You’ll see a list of all available devices where you can easily move items over to the blocklist or add them as fallbacks.

Your Custom List of Fallbacks

The cool part is that you can reorder these fallbacks based on priority. If your top choice isn’t connected, Audio Device Blocker will automatically use the next one in line. This way, when a new device connects, macOS will try switching to it, but thanks to Audio Device Blocker, it will just go back to your preferred device instead!

Notifications and Flexibility

You can even get notifications when a blocked device tries to connect! Plus, here’s something interesting: you can set up input and output devices separately. For example, if you want to block the microphone from your headset but still use it for sound output, this app lets you do that.

A Background Helper

The best part? Audio Device Blocker runs quietly in the background once it's set up. It won’t bug you or interrupt what you're doing. If you're someone who juggles multiple audio gadgets and has strong preferences about which ones should be used for input and output, this tool is definitely for you!

If you're ready for an easier audio experience on your Mac, check out Audio Device Blocker. It's all about making life simpler!