pamixer is a command-line audio mixer for PulseAudio. It provides a simple way to query and adjust the volume of audio outputs and inputs, change mute states and automate volume control through scripts.
The application can operate on the default sink or source, or target another device by its identifier. It supports relative volume adjustments, including optional gamma correction, and can list available sinks and sources.
pamixer also provides a small C++ library for interacting with PulseAudio. It can be used with PipeWire systems that provide PulseAudio compatibility.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Get the current volume of the default sink, the default source or a selected one by its id.
- Set the volume for the default sink, the default source or any other device.
- List the sinks.
- List the sources.
- Increase / Decrease the volume for a device (using gamma correction optionally).
- Mute or unmute a device.
Website: github.com/cdemoulins/pamixer
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Developer: Clément Démoulins
License: GNU General Public License v3.0
pamixer is written in C++. Learn C++ with our recommended free books and free tutorials.
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| alsamixer | Terminal-based mixer for the ALSA sound system |
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| pipemixer | TUI volume control software for pipewire |
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