TUI Audio Mixer

github.com/tsowell/wiremix Linux & Mac Apps Open-source projectOpen source

wiremix mixes audio in a terminal interface for PipeWire, according to its project description.

github.com/tsowell/wiremix
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About TUI Audio Mixer

wiremix is a terminal-based audio mixer for PipeWire. It adjusts volumes, routes audio between devices and applications, and configures device settings such as input/output ports and profiles.

It is operated with keyboard bindings and mouse input, and can be customized with a TOML configuration file and command-line options. Manual installation requires Rust and the PipeWire libraries.

Key features

  • Adjust volumes for PipeWire streams and devices
  • Route audio between devices and applications
  • Configure input/output ports and device profiles
  • Set default source/sink for input or output devices
  • Mute and unmute streams with keyboard or mouse
  • Customize behavior via TOML configuration file and command-line options
Best for: PipeWire users who want to manage audio volumes and routing from a terminal.
Good for
  • Familiar to users of ncpamixer and pavucontrol
  • Operable with both keyboard bindings and mouse
  • Customizable with configuration file and command-line options
Watch out for
  • Works only with PipeWire
  • Manual installation requires Rust and PipeWire libraries
  • Quitting cannot be done with the mouse

TUI Audio Mixer at a glance

Type
Open-source project
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Open source
Yes · Source code
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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TUI Audio Mixer FAQ

How do I route audio to a different destination?
Press c to open a dropdown and choose a different destination.
How do I set a default audio device?
Select an input or output device and press d to set it as the default source or sink.
How is wiremix configured?
Use a TOML file at $XDG_CONFIG_HOME/wiremix/wiremix.toml or ~/.config/wiremix/wiremix.toml, or specify a path with -c. Command-line options override file settings.
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