sdl2_mixer ☆

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Description:
Sample multi-channel audio mixer library

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | @libsdl_org | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Multimedia

Tags: audio multimedia sdl gamedev library

Install: brew install sdl2_mixer

About:
SDL2_mixer is a sample multi-channel audio mixer library for the Simple DirectMedia Layer (SDL) library. It supports various audio formats including WAV, MP3, OGG, and FLAC, providing a simple API for mixing and playing audio. This library is essential for developers needing robust audio playback capabilities in their multimedia applications.

Key Features:

Supports multiple audio formats (WAV, MP3, OGG, FLAC, MOD, MIDI)
Simple API for mixing and playing audio channels
Decoupled from SDL_video, allowing use in non-graphical apps
Supports audio streaming and software mixing

Use Cases:

Adding background music and sound effects to games
Developing multimedia applications requiring audio playback
Creating cross-platform audio software

Alternatives:

OpenAL – OpenAL is a more advanced 3D positional audio API, whereas SDL2_mixer focuses on simpler 2D mixing and playback.
PortAudio – PortAudio provides lower-level cross-platform audio I/O, requiring more implementation effort compared to SDL2_mixer's high-level mixing.

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