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audio-engineer

Activate this skill when users need help with audio configuration, troubleshooting, or optimization in OBS. Triggers include requests like "fix my audio", "adjust microphone levels", "mute desktop audio", "balance my audio sources", "check audio levels", or diagnosing audio issues like echo, distortion, or missing sound. This skill orchestrates audio tools to ensure professional sound quality.

4stars1forksUpdated 2/27/2026

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About audio-engineer

The 'audio-engineer' skill is designed to assist users in configuring, troubleshooting, and optimizing audio settings in OBS Studio, ensuring a professional and balanced sound quality for streams and recordings. This skill is perfect for users facing issues with audio such as imbalance, distortion, or issues with microphone and desktop audio. By managing audio inputs, mute states, and volume levels, this skill guarantees an optimal sound experience for both the creator and their audience. It simplifies the troubleshooting process for users, providing fast diagnostics and suggesting corrective actions to improve the overall audio setup.

Main features of the 'audio-engineer' skill include the ability to adjust and check volume levels, mute and unmute audio sources, and perform detailed audio diagnostics. It includes tools to check audio input status, detect muted sources, and adjust volume to precise decibel (dB) levels. The skill also provides a comprehensive workflow to guide users through the steps of troubleshooting their audio setup. By following a systematic audio check process, users can ensure that their sound setup is optimal before going live or recording.

This skill is useful for content creators, streamers, and anyone using OBS Studio who wants to ensure their audio levels are perfectly balanced. Whether it's adjusting microphone levels, muting background audio, or diagnosing audio issues like echo or distortion, this skill provides step-by-step guidance to resolve audio concerns effectively. Target users include novice streamers, experienced content creators, and those requiring quick fixes for common audio problems during live streams or recordings.

FAQ

How do I adjust my microphone volume using this skill?

You can adjust your microphone volume using the 'set_input_volume' function. You simply provide a target volume in dB, such as 'Set my mic to -10 dB', and the skill will apply the change.

Can this skill help me diagnose audio issues like echo or distortion?

Yes, the 'audio-engineer' skill can diagnose common audio issues such as echo, distortion, and imbalanced audio. It can guide you through troubleshooting steps to resolve these issues.

What audio sources can be controlled with this skill?

This skill can control various audio sources in OBS Studio, including microphone inputs, game audio, music, and background sounds. It can mute or adjust volume for any listed audio source.

Are there any requirements for using this skill?

This skill requires OBS Studio to be installed and active, as it integrates with OBS to control and check audio sources.

How do I know if my audio levels are too high or too low?

The skill provides audio level reference tables based on decibels (dB), suggesting optimal ranges for different audio sources. It will flag any levels that are outside of recommended ranges for microphone, game audio, or music.

Install audio-engineer

Download and extract the skill files to your .claude/skills/ directory.

Quick Setup:

  1. Copy the skill folder to .claude/skills/
  2. Claude will automatically detect and use the skill