Sound Show
Sound Show: A flexible cross-platform soundboard for live shows, streaming, and multimedia cues. Ranked #3 of 26 in Soundboard Software by our editors (9.1/10); pricing: Free plan; best for cross-platform live-show production.
At a glance
- Editor score9.1 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forCross-platform live-show production
- Free planYes
- Paid from€25 one-time
- Desktop appYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android
- Supports tabs, hotkeys, fades, playlists, effects, and sequences
- Connects with MIDI, Stream Deck, OBS, QLC+, and remote control
Where it doesn't
- Free plan limits each tab to 40 sounds and 10 tabs
- Some Free-plan modules are locked
- Desktop and mobile Pro licenses are separate purchases
Our verdict on Sound Show
Sound Show is a desktop and mobile soundboard and multimedia player for live performances. It suits theatre technicians, DJs, podcast and radio producers, streamers, role-playing game masters, and teams running parties, corporate events, or dance shows. Customizable sound grids organize cues across multiple tabs, while independent playback controls, keyboard shortcuts, playlists, programmable sequences, and microphone recording support live operation. It also handles projection for video, images, text, webcam feeds, and web pages, extending its role beyond audio playback.
Its cross-platform coverage is a central strength. Sound Show runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android, with multiple audio outputs and integrations for MIDI, Stream Deck, OBS, QLC+, Android remote control, and Freesound.org. Audio effects include echo, pitch, and reverb, while layering, fades, and crossfades provide control over transitions. The combination makes it suitable for productions that need coordinated audio, visual cues, streaming tools, or external controllers rather than a single simple soundboard.
The freemium structure gives smaller productions a practical starting point. The Free plan includes most features but allows up to 10 tabs and 40 sounds per tab, with limited visual customization and some locked modules. Sound Show Pro Desktop costs 45 EUR one-time and adds unlimited sounds and tabs, advanced customization, Windows, Mac, and Linux support, plus MIDI, Stream Deck, OBS, QLC+, and remote-control modules. Sound Show Pro Mobile costs 25 EUR one-time for Android and adds unlimited sounds and tabs, advanced customization, and the standard desktop touch interface. Choose Sound Show for flexible, multi-platform live production; choose an alternative if you need a browser app or a single license covering both desktop and mobile.
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Sound Show pricing
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Sound Show fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | €25 one-time |
| Desktop app | Yes |
| Browser app | No |
| Hotkey triggering | Yes |
| Streaming integrations | Yes |
| Voice effects | Not verified |
| Multiple soundboards | Yes |
| Money-back guarantee | 15 days |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android |
| Support | Community |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 6 integrations: MIDI, Stream Deck, OBS, QLC+, Android remote control, Freesound.org |
| Pricing | Free plan (source) |
| Website | soundshow.app |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Sound Show integrations
Sound Show lists 6 integrations on its own site.
- MIDI
- Stream Deck
- OBS
- QLC+
- Android remote control
- Freesound.org
Alternatives to Sound Show
- AudioPadA strong free choice for desktop sound triggers, routing, and voice-chat playback.9.4
- ResananceA free, flexible soundboard for hotkeys, voice effects, and streaming audio.9.2
- LivePlayA capable open-source soundboard for cue-driven live production.9.0
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