Effortlessly play audio samples and full tracks into the sound device of your choice via the desired hotkeys using this simple and straightforward solution.
- JN Soundboard
- Version :1.1.1
- License :MIT License
- OS :Windows All
- Publisher :Jitnaught
JN Soundboard is a free, open-source soundboard application for Windows, designed primarily for use with virtual audio cable (VAC) setups to play sound effects or voice lines over apps like Discord, Skype, or in-game voice chats.
π What is JN Soundboard?
- π Lets you play audio files using hotkeys
- π Supports playback through Virtual Audio Cable
- π§ Can listen to your mic and mix audio with soundboard
- ποΈ Good for trolling, roleplay, streaming, and fun effects in voice chat
- π Free and open-source (written in Java)
π₯ Download JN Soundboard
π GitHub project page:
π https://github.com/jaitt123/JNSoundboard
Steps:
- Go to the Releases page.
- Download the latest version:
- Usually a
.zipfile (e.g.,JNSoundboard_vX.X.X.zip)
- Usually a
- Extract the ZIP anywhere on your PC.
- Run
JN Soundboard.jar(you need Java installed).
π‘ If you donβt have Java:
Get it here: https://www.java.com/en/download/
ποΈ How to Use JN Soundboard
β 1. Launch the app
- Run
JN Soundboard.jar(double-click or run from terminal) - It opens a GUI window with options for hotkeys, playback, and input/output devices
β 2. Load Your Sounds
- Click “Add” or “Browse” to add audio files (
.mp3,.wav, etc.) - Assign each sound a hotkey (e.g.,
Ctrl + Alt + 1) - Optionally name them for easy reference
β 3. Set Up Audio Routing (VAC)
Youβll need Virtual Audio Cable or VB-Cable to route audio to your chat app.
Basic VAC Setup:
- Install VAC or VB-Cable
- In JN Soundboard:
- Set Playback Device to
CABLE Inputor your VAC device
- Set Playback Device to
- In your chat app (Discord, Skype, etc.):
- Set Input Device (Microphone) to
CABLE Output
- Set Input Device (Microphone) to
This routes the soundboard audio into your mic input.
β 4. Mix Mic and Soundboard (Optional)
- Enable βListen to Microphoneβ inside JN Soundboard
- Your voice and soundboard audio will both be sent over the virtual cable
ποΈ Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| π Play audio via hotkeys | Quick sound triggering |
| π€ Mic passthrough | Speak and play sounds simultaneously |
| π±οΈ GUI interface | Add/remove hotkeys and files easily |
| π§ͺ Java-based | Cross-platform potential (though built for Windows) |
| π Volume control | Per-sound or global volume adjustment |
π οΈ Troubleshooting
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| β “Can’t open JN Soundboard.jar” | Make sure Java is installed |
| π No sound output | Set correct playback device (VAC) in app |
| ποΈ Mic not working in Discord | Ensure input is set to CABLE Output in Discord |
| π Hotkeys not responding | Run app as admin if needed, avoid conflicts |
π Alternatives
If you want other options:
- ποΈ Voicemod (popular, includes voice changer)
- π EXP Soundboard (another lightweight Java-based tool)
- ποΈ Soundpad (paid, powerful, works without VAC)
- ποΈ Resanance (free, powerful, lots of features)
