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VB-CABLE
Sigoules, France
What it is
VB-CABLE is a virtual audio device that passes sound from a CABLE input to a CABLE output, linking a player application with a recorder application. VB-Audio says it works without configuration and supports Windows audio applications using MME, KS, DX, WaveRT, or WASAPI. Input can use 16- or 24-bit audio, 44.1–192 kHz sample rates, and one to eight channels, with automatic output conversion when needed. Drivers cover Windows XP SP2 through Windows 11, including 32- and 64-bit systems and Windows 10/11 Arm64, plus macOS 10.10 and later on Intel and Apple Silicon. Separate A+B and C+D packages connect more applications. The software is donationware with a free download; Windows and Mac professional or server licenses are $5, paid once. Windows installation requires administrator setup and a restart.
For and against
For
- Free donationware download
- Works without configuration
- Supports Windows and macOS
- Automatic output format conversion
- Professional licenses include volume discounts
Against
- Windows installation requires a restart
- Older Windows versions limit channels
- No free trial is listed
The verdict
VB-CABLE provides straightforward virtual routing across Windows and macOS, with broad format and interface support. Check the channel limits and installation steps for your Windows version before choosing it.
Who it suits
It suits people who need to route audio between applications, such as players and recorders. Professional or server users can choose paid licenses by user or PC.
Plans and prices
Free download
Download and test; donationware; user chooses whether and how much to pay
Read 9 Oct 2026 · vb-audio.com
VB-CABLE for Windows
Windows XP–11 (32/64-bit); professional or server use licenses by user or PC; volume discounts
Read 9 Oct 2026 · shop.vb-audio.com
VB-CABLE MAC
macOS 10.10+; Intel and Apple Silicon; professional or server use licenses by user or PC; volume discounts
Read 9 Oct 2026 · shop.vb-audio.com
On the record
- Additional cables
- VB-Audio offers separate A+B and C+D cable packages for Windows and macOS to connect more applications.vb-audio.com · read 9 Oct 2026
- Audio formats
- The manual says audio input can use 16- or 24-bit formats, 44.1–192 kHz, and 1–8 channels, with output format conversion performed automatically when needed.vb-audio.com · read 9 Oct 2026
- Installation
- Windows installation requires extracting the ZIP, running setup as administrator, and restarting the computer after installation.vb-audio.com · read 9 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The maker presents VB-CABLE as a simple way to connect two applications, such as a player and a recorder, and offers professional or server licenses by user or PC.shop.vb-audio.com · read 9 Oct 2026
- Licensing model
- VB-Audio describes VB-CABLE as donationware with free access and a pay-what-you-want license price; it also offers volume licensing for professional use.vb-audio.com · read 9 Oct 2026
- Mac support
- The maker lists a macOS driver for macOS 10.10 and later, supporting Intel and Apple Silicon.shop.vb-audio.com · read 9 Oct 2026
- Notable limit
- The manual says Windows XP through Windows 7 versions are limited to eight channels, while Windows 10/11 supports up to 16 channels on listed interfaces.vb-audio.com · read 9 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- VB-Audio's privacy policy says personal data is not transmitted outside the European Union and describes technical and organisational measures to secure processed personal data.vb-audio.com · read 9 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- VB-CABLE is a virtual audio device that forwards audio from its CABLE input to its CABLE output to connect a player application to a recorder application.vb-audio.com · read 9 Oct 2026
- Setup
- The maker says VB-CABLE can be used without configuration and supports Windows audio applications using MME, KS, DX, WaveRT, or WASAPI interfaces.shop.vb-audio.com · read 9 Oct 2026
- Support
- For technical problems VB-Audio directs users to its support resources, forum, or Discord, and asks them to include a screenshot and concise problem description.vb-audio.com · read 9 Oct 2026
- Windows support
- The manual says the driver supports Windows XP SP2 through Windows 11, 32- or 64-bit, and Windows 10/11 Arm64.vb-audio.com · read 9 Oct 2026
