cubeb ☆
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Description:
Cross-platform audio library
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 0.2@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Multimedia
Tags: audio cross-platform library multimedia c++
Install: brew install cubeb
About:
Cubeb is a cross-platform audio library that provides a unified API for audio input and output across different operating systems. It abstracts platform-specific details, allowing developers to integrate audio functionality without writing native code for each platform. The library is designed for low-latency audio processing and is used in applications like Mozilla Firefox.
Key Features:
  • Cross-platform compatibility (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android)
  • Low-latency audio processing
  • Simple C API for easy integration
  • Supports various audio backends (PulseAudio, CoreAudio, WASAPI)
Use Cases:
  • Integrating audio playback into cross-platform applications
  • Developing low-latency audio tools or games
  • Building audio features for web browsers or multimedia software
Alternatives:
  • PortAudio – PortAudio is a more mature and widely used cross-platform audio library, while Cubeb offers a simpler API and is specifically optimized for use within Firefox.
  • SDL Audio – SDL Audio is part of a larger multimedia library, whereas Cubeb is a focused, lightweight audio-only library.
License: ISC
Dependencies: pulseaudio
Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, arm64_ventura, arm64_monterey, arm64_big_sur, sonoma, ventura, monterey, big_sur, catalina, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
Version History
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