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EXP Soundboard
What it is
EXP Soundboard is a free, open-source soundboard for playing custom clips through speakers or virtual audio devices. It supports MP3 and WAV files, hotkeys for quick playback, individual volume adjustment, and configurable output. A text-to-speech feature can play custom messages. Optional routing through Virtual Audio Cable or similar tools can send audio to Discord or OBS. The software is designed for Windows, and Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11 are listed as compatible. Mac and Linux users can run it through a virtual machine or Wine. Browser access is available through OnWorks in a virtual Windows environment. After installation, it works offline, except when used through OnWorks. Listed minimum requirements are Windows 7, a 1 GHz Intel or AMD processor, 1 GB RAM, 50 MB of free disk space, and Java Runtime Environment 8 or later. The site describes it for gamers, streamers, and content creators. It cautions that the installer lacks a commercial certificate and may trigger antivirus warnings, recommending downloads from trusted sources. The Free plan is free.
For and against
For
- Supports MP3 and WAV clips
- Hotkeys trigger sounds quickly
- Individual volume and output controls
- Text-to-speech plays custom messages
- Works offline after installation
Against
- Designed primarily for Windows
- Mac and Linux require Wine or virtual machines
- OnWorks browser use is the offline exception
- Installer may trigger antivirus warnings
The verdict
EXP Soundboard covers essential clip playback with hotkeys, volume, text-to-speech, and optional streaming routes. Its Windows focus and installation warnings are important considerations for other users.
Who it suits
It suits gamers, streamers, and content creators who need hotkey-triggered MP3 or WAV playback. Windows users get the intended setup, while Mac and Linux users need Wine or a virtual machine.
Plans and prices
Free
Always free · Windows · MP3/WAV
Read 8 Oct 2026 · expsoundboard.com
On the record
- Audio controls
- The site says users can adjust volume for individual sounds and configure playback output.expsoundboard.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Audio formats
- It supports MP3 and WAV audio files.expsoundboard.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Hotkeys
- Users can assign hotkeys to sounds for quick playback.expsoundboard.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- The site describes routing audio to Discord or OBS through Virtual Audio Cable or similar tools; it says this setup is optional.expsoundboard.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The site describes it as useful for gamers, streamers, and content creators.expsoundboard.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Offline use
- The FAQ says the application works offline after installation, except when used online through OnWorks.expsoundboard.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Online use
- The site describes running EXP Soundboard in a browser through OnWorks using a virtual Windows environment.expsoundboard.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Other operating systems
- The site says EXP Soundboard is designed for Windows but can be run on Mac or Linux using a virtual machine or Wine.expsoundboard.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Security and trust
- The site says the software is not signed with a commercial certificate and advises downloading it from trusted sources; it also says antivirus software may flag the installer.expsoundboard.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Support
- The site invites support questions by email and lists [email protected] as its contact address.expsoundboard.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- System requirements
- The listed minimum requirements include Windows 7, a 1 GHz Intel or AMD CPU, 1 GB RAM, 50 MB free disk space, and Java Runtime Environment 8 or later.expsoundboard.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Text to speech
- It includes a text-to-speech feature for playing custom messages.expsoundboard.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- What it does
- EXP Soundboard is a lightweight, open-source soundboard for playing custom clips through speakers or virtual audio devices.expsoundboard.com · read 8 Oct 2026
- Windows support
- The site lists Windows 7, 8, 10, and 11 as compatible operating systems.expsoundboard.com · read 8 Oct 2026
