AudioSwitch

The Windows 10 Anniversary Update added a new feature that made it a lot easier to switch between multiple playback devices, but enhancements are still possible, which is something this application aims to prove.

AudioSwitch, as its name suggests, allows you to switch between multiple playback devices, but it also enables you to select the recording device you wish to use if more than one is available.

After installing the application, it will be accessible through a system tray icon; when clicking it, a menu pops up that lists all the available sound output devices, allowing you to select the one you prefer and set a specific volume for each one.

If you hold down CTRL when clicking the icon, the program will instead display the recording devices selection menu, a function that even the latest version of Windows 10 does not offer.

Aside from helping you choose a playback or recording device, the application also allows you to define global shortcuts for certain actions, such as switching between devices, changing the volume or muting system audio.

These hotkeys are very easy to configure, and you can use any key combination you come up with. Moreover, you can specify whether or not the OSD should be enabled for each one.

There are quite a few alternative skins to choose from for the volume OSD, and you can also change its transparency and specify how long it should be displayed on your screen.

Interestingly, the application allows you to create unique system tray icons for each of the available playback and recording devices, making them much easier to identify.

In short, AudioSwitch is a versatile piece of software that can help you switch between multiple audio devices and perform various other sound-related actions using hotkeys. It is fairly easy to configure and offers lots of customization options.