OBS Studio Releases Beta 32.1 With Audio Mixer

OBS Studio released a public beta of version 32.1.0 on GitHub in early 2026, introducing a revamped audio mixer and WebRTC simulcast support that enables multi-platform low-latency streaming. The beta also updates the Add Source dialog, adds comprehensive undo/redo, improves AV1 codec handling, and fixes stability and workflow bugs to simplify multi-source setups across Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Key Points
- 1Releases a revamped audio mixer with per-source effects, real-time waveforms, and improved metering.
- 2Adds WebRTC simulcast and adaptive bitrate to enable low-latency, multi-platform streaming.
- 3Enables creators to simplify workflows, reduce post-production, and support varied network conditions.
Scoring Rationale
Official beta delivers practical, widely applicable features, but remains incremental and focused on streaming niche rather than transformative innovation.
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