Free tools Windows power users keep installed
One-click scans. No signup required.
Special offer. See more information about Outbyte and uninstall instructions. Please review EULA and Privacy policy.
For a standard stereo YouTube livestream, set OBS audio to AAC at 128 kbps and 44.1 kHz. To repeat the track, add it as an OBS Media Source and enable Loop. Hindi music does not have a separate bitrate setting in YouTube’s published live-encoder guidance; use the stereo settings and test the actual audio before relying on the stream.
Set OBS audio for a stereo YouTube livestream
- In OBS, open Settings → Output and locate the streaming audio bitrate control. Its exact label and placement can vary by OBS version and output mode. If you use Advanced output mode, OBS lets you configure stream and recording settings independently; make sure you are changing the streaming setting.
- Set the streaming audio encoder to AAC and the audio bitrate to 128 kbps. YouTube’s live encoder guidance recommends 128 kbps for stereo audio and lists AAC or MP3 as supported codecs. OBS documents AAC as its default, widely supported audio codec. YouTube’s live encoder settings and the OBS Studio Overview Guide describe their respective recommendations.
- Set the audio sample rate to 44.1 kHz for stereo. YouTube’s guidance gives different settings for 5.1 audio: 384 kbps and 48 kHz. A typical stereo music loop does not need 5.1.
Why YouTube’s 128 kbps target differs from OBS’s general advice
OBS’s general streaming overview suggests around 160 kbps, or a lower value when upload speed is limited. That is broad guidance, while YouTube’s encoder page gives a platform-specific stereo target of 128 kbps. For this YouTube stereo setup, use 128 kbps rather than treating the two figures as competing universal rules. Neither bitrate alone nor the track’s language guarantees a particular perceived sound quality.
Loop a Hindi music file in OBS
- In your OBS scene, add a Media Source and select the local audio file.
- In the source properties, enable Loop so the file starts again when playback reaches the end.
- OBS documents MP3, AAC, OGG, and WAV as supported audio inputs. If the file does not play, confirm it is in a supported format and that the source is not muted.
OBS’s Media Sources documentation describes supported inputs and the loop property.
Test playback before going live
- Run a test with the actual music file and representative content before your first live stream. Listen through a passage that includes the track’s louder and quieter parts, and confirm it repeats without an unintended gap or interruption.
- Check that the Media Source is audible in the OBS mixer and that no other scene or source is unexpectedly muting or covering it.
- During the YouTube event, monitor stream health. YouTube recommends checking health during the event, and OBS advises testing before a first live stream. See the YouTube encoder guidance and OBS streaming guide.
Common problems and fixes
- The loop stops after one play: Reopen the Media Source properties and make sure Loop is enabled.
- YouTube does not receive audio: Check that the Media Source is not muted, its meter moves in the OBS audio mixer, and the scene is sending the intended audio to the stream.
- The bitrate setting is missing or seems to affect recordings: Confirm you are in the Output settings and editing streaming output. In Advanced mode, stream and recording settings can be configured independently; labels vary by version and mode.
- The audio sounds poor despite using 128 kbps: Bitrate is only one setting. Listen to the source itself and test the complete stream path; the published guidance does not guarantee perceptual quality for a particular recording.
Or let it run in the cloud
If the goal is a YouTube channel that keeps looping uploaded music while your computer is off, StreamNeo runs the stream from the cloud: upload a recording or build a playlist, add your YouTube stream key once, and go live. Nothing has to stay on at home; uploaded video streams as made, up to 4K 60fps, at one price per slot. StreamNeo automatically recovers if YouTube drops the stream. The first day is free with no card; the monthly price is $9.99 per month. Start your free first day with StreamNeo.
Quick wins for a faster PC:
Fix the driver behind crashes, sound loss and screen glitchesFind Drivers →Clear out junk files and repair common Windows errorsFree Scan →Scan for outdated or missing drivers - takes under a minuteDriver Scan →Special offer. See more information about Outbyte and uninstall instructions. Please review EULA and Privacy policy.
Quick Recap
Bestseller No. 1
Bestseller No. 4
Best Value
Sale
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 4th Gen USB-C Audio Interface
- The new generation of the artist's interface: Connect your mic to Scarlett's 4th Gen mic pres. Plug in your guitar. Fire up the included software. Start making your first big hit
- Studio-quality sound: With a huge 120dB dynamic range, the newest generation of Scarlett uses the same converters as Focusrite’s flagship interfaces, found in the world's biggest studios
- Never lose a great take: Scarlett 4th Gen's Auto Gain sets the perfect level for your mic or guitar, and Clip Safe prevents clipping, so you can focus on the music
- Find your signature sound: Air mode lifts vocals and guitars to the front of the mix, adding musical presence and rich harmonic drive to your recordings
- With Scarlett 4th Gen, you have all you need to record, mix and master your music: Includes industry-leading recording software and a full collection of record-making plugins
Rank #4
M-AUDIO M-Track Duo USB Audio Interface
- Podcast, Record, Live Stream, This Portable Audio Interface Covers it All - USB sound card for Mac or PC delivers 48kHz audio resolution for pristine recording every time
- Be ready for anything with this versatile M-AUDIO interface - Record guitar, vocals or line input signals with two combo XLR / Line / Instrument Inputs with phantom power
- Everything you Demand from an Audio Interface for Fuss-Free Monitoring - 1/4" headphone output and stereo 1/4" outputs for total monitoring flexibility; USB/Direct switch for zero latency monitoring
- Get the best out of your Microphones - M-Track Duo’s transparent Crystal Preamps guarantee optimal sound from all your microphones including condenser mics
- The MPC Production Experience - Includes MPC Beats Software complete with the essential production tools from Akai Professional
Rank #3
Sale
SABRENT USB External Stereo Sound Card Adapter, Plug & Play (AU-MMSA)
- PLUG IN AND HEAR SOUND IN SECONDS - USB Type-A connector with a 3.5mm stereo headphone output and a separate 3.5mm mono microphone input. No drivers, no software, no external power - the adapter is USB bus-powered and is recognized as a standard USB audio device.
- WORKS ON WINDOWS, MAC AND LINUX - Driverless on Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Server 2003/Vista/7/8, Linux and Mac OSX, and compliant with the USB Audio Device Class 1.0 specification, so any system that supports class-compliant USB audio will see it. Select it as the sound output and input device after plugging it in.
- TWO JACKS, TWO JOBS - The green jack is stereo OUT for headphones or powered speakers; the pink jack is mono microphone IN for a 3.5mm mic. It does NOT support 4-pole headsets on a single combo plug, it does NOT power passive speakers, and it does NOT add surround sound - it is a stereo 2-channel adapter.
- FOR LAPTOPS AND DESKTOPS THAT NEED AN AUDIO PORT BACK - Adds a headphone and mic port to a laptop, desktop, or mini PC whose onboard jack has failed or was never there. Managed and work-issued computers can block new USB audio devices by policy - check with your IT department before ordering for a company machine.
- SABRENT SUPPORT AND WARRANTY - What is in the box: one USB audio sound adapter. Backed by a 1-year limited warranty, extended to 2 years when you register within 90 days on the manufacturer's website.
Rank #2
Sale
Focusrite Scarlett Solo 4th Gen USB-C Audio Interface
- The new generation of the songwriter's interface: Plug in your mic and guitar and let Scarlett Solo 4th Gen bring big studio sound to wherever you make music
- Studio-quality sound: With a huge 120dB dynamic range, the newest generation of Scarlett uses the same converters as Focusrite’s flagship interfaces, found in the world's biggest studios
- Find your signature sound: Scarlett 4th Gen's improved Air mode lifts vocals and guitars to the front of the mix, adding musical presence and rich harmonic drive to your recordings
- All you need to record, mix and master your music: Includes industry-leading recording software and a full collection of record-making plugins
- Everything in the box: Includes Pro Tools Intro+, Ableton Live Lite, Cubase LE, and Hitmaker Expansion: a suite of essential effects, powerful software instruments, and easy-to-use mastering tools
#1 Best Overall
Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen USB-C Audio Interface
- Pro performance with great pre-amps - Achieve a brighter recording thanks to the high performing mic pre-amps of the Scarlett 3rd Gen. A switchable Air mode will add extra clarity to your acoustic instruments when recording with your Solo 3rd Gen
- Get the perfect guitar and vocal take with - With two high-headroom instrument inputs to plug in your guitar or bass so that they shine through. Capture your voice and instruments without any unwanted clipping or distortion thanks to our Gain Halos
- Studio quality recording for your music & podcasts - Achieve pro sounding recordings with Scarlett 3rd Gen’s high-performance converters enabling you to record and mix at up to 24-bit/192kHz. Your recordings will retain all of their sonic qualities
- Low-noise for crystal clear listening - 2 low-noise balanced outputs provide clean audio playback with 3rd Gen. Hear all the nuances of your tracks or music from Spotify, Apple & Amazon Music. Plug-in headphones for private listening in high-fidelity
- Everything in the box: Includes Pro Tools Intro+, Ableton Live Lite, Cubase LE, and Hitmaker Expansion: a suite of essential effects, powerful software instruments, and easy-to-use mastering tools
Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon at the time of purchase will apply.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.
