How to control microphone input with AirBuddy

AirBuddy can toggle the microphone for a connected headset, and Audio Input Lock can prevent macOS from switching away from a preferred input device.

Toggle a connected headset microphone

Open AirBuddy settings, select Shortcuts, then assign a shortcut to Toggle Mic Input. Press it while a supported headset is connected to switch its microphone input on or off.

You can also use AirBuddy’s actions in Shortcuts to configure headset audio as part of an automation.

Keep a preferred microphone selected

Use Audio Input Lock when you want the Mac to stay on a built-in microphone, display microphone, audio interface, or other preferred input instead of switching unexpectedly.

AirBuddy Audio settings with Audio Input Lock and its keyboard shortcut

Replace an AirBuddy 2 Connection Mode

AirBuddy 3 no longer includes Connection Modes. To recreate a setup that changed the microphone when AirPods connected, create a personal automation in Shortcuts that runs on connection and uses AirBuddy’s headset or Audio Input Lock actions.