By default, Windows only allows using one audio output at a time.
But what if you want to simultaneously play audio through two different output devices?
Windows Stereo Mix feature can help you with this.
Valeriy Odintsov
This virtual audio machine allows you to record audio from your machine.
Lets take a closer look at how to configure this on Windows.
Once done, you should hear sound from two audio devices at the same time.
If not, you may have the wrong output gear selected.
So, do the following:
And thats it.
Any audio on your gear should be played through your primary audio machine and Stereo Mix.
Another way to use 2 audio outputs simultaneously on Windows is to use third-party audio mixing software.
Many different audio mixing software programs are available, such asVirtual Audio CableandVoicemeeter Banana.
These programs allow you to route audio from different sources to different output devices.
Why is the sound from the second output gadget delayed?
It is okay if the other audio unit plays back sound with a delay.
It even means youve set things up correctly.
Its all about Stereo Mix.
It takes a little time for the driver to pass the sound through.
After all, it is designed primarily for recording sound.
Thats why theres a slight delay.
Can it be fixed?
As a more expensive alternative, you’re able to purchase an external sound card.
For example, this is how music producers work in the studio.
