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3D surround sound and phenomenally rich audio.

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Boom 3D overview

Boom 3D is a revolutionary app with 3D Surround Sound and phenomenally rich and intense audio that is realistic and works on any headphones. Now Boom 3D Mac supports 5.1 surround sound.

Features
  • 3D surround sound
  • Built-in audio player
  • Intensity control
  • Stunning interface
  • Equalizer presets
  • Apps volume controller

What’s new in version 2.1.0

Updated on Feb 12 2024

  • Release notes were unavailable when this listing was updated.
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License

Shareware

Size

49.6 MB

Downloads

247148

App requirements

  • Intel 64
  • Apple Silicon
  • macOS 10.14 or later
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Bug fixing

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Boom 3D qualities

Value
1.0
Ease of use
4.0
Features
4.0
Reliability
1.0
Customer support
2.0

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Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Feb 7 2024
2.0.2
5.0
Feb 7 2024
5.0
Version: 2.0.2
Boom 3D v2.0.3 is out. "- We have vixed some minor defects in the UI. - You can turn on a settings option to get rid of an issue related to balance shifting automatically." - - Sorry to dominate comments here. Me <- Boom 3D fanatic.
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Oct 13 2023
2.0.1
5.0
Oct 13 2023
5.0
Version: 2.0.1
Boom v2.0.2 is out. FYI: When the Boom 3D app tried to announce its update, the entire sound system on my MacBook Air M1 with Ventura 13.6 went into whacked mode as well as kicking the Finder into sit&spin mode. I had to do a Shut Down, app-by-app, then reboot. When Boom 3D ran again, the v2.0.2 announcement and update were flawless. Odd.
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Sep 11 2023
2.0.0
5.0
Sep 11 2023
5.0
Version: 2.0.0
v2.0.1 is out.
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Aug 25 2023
1.4.7
5.0
Aug 25 2023
5.0
Version: 1.4.7
Oh yeah! Boom 3D is currently ON SALE for USD $12.51, aka 75% off. Check the dev home page.
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Aug 25 2023
1.4.7
5.0
Aug 25 2023
5.0
Version: 1.4.7
v2.0.0 is out. So far, no need to buy an upgrade license. Release Notes: "- Minor UI defect fixes."
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Jul 27 2023
1.4.6
5.0
Jul 27 2023
5.0
Version: 1.4.6
v1.4.7 is out. Release notes: - Remembering Your Last Output Device: Boom 3D would sometimes ‘forget’ your last selected output device when your Mac wakes from sleep, or is rebooted. This has been fixed. - Bluetooth/USB Device Auto-switching: By default, Boom 3D automatically switches to Bluetooth or USB devices when connected. If this is not preferred, we have provided toggle switches in the Settings tab to turn it off. - UI and Localization Fixes: We’ve made some minor improvements to the interface and fixed some localization errors.
Maclover1-1
Maclover1-1
May 16 2023
1.4.5
0.0
May 16 2023
0.0
Version: 1.4.5
Radios do not load (spinner icon spins endlessly), drag/dropped audio files are not remembered... so as a player so far it sucks.
wrk24wheel-2
wrk24wheel-2
May 4 2023
1.4.4
0.0
May 4 2023
0.0
Version: 1.4.4
Does anyone know if this company went out of business? I have sent several requests to their support with no answers back. They used to be good, but their licensing system is the pits. Constantly having errors.
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Mar 19 2023
1.4.4
5.0
Mar 19 2023
5.0
Version: 1.4.4
The stomping of the BoomAudio driver sadly continues. So forget everything past the "- -" in my previous post. Sorry! I've written to the developers about the problem. The source of the problem on my end is the OWC Thunderbolt 3 Audio Device driver for my computer hub. Waking from Sleep commonly (but not always) results in the hub's audio driver taking over, resulting in no audio. I've suggested Boom 3D have a checkbox to verify is driver is controlling audio upon waking a Mac from sleep.
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Mar 18 2023
1.4.4
5.0
Mar 18 2023
5.0
Version: 1.4.4
Um, there's a SECOND version 1.4.4 update. Yesterday's was dated March 15, 2023. Today's v1.4.4 is dated today, March 17, 2023. The newer v1.4.4 is smaller by 1/2 MB. And yes, the original v1.4.4 Boom 3D app pops up a notice about the new v1.4.4. - - What's GOOD here is that the developer recently asked users for feedback about the app and how it can be improved. I offered the wish that it would work reliably after waking a Mac from sleep. (I have a bunch of sound output options installed. One in particular stomps on Boom 3D.) The dev responded and granted my wish! *magic* *ding!* Problem gone. Thank you!
Satcomer
Satcomer
May 27 2022
1.3.17
0.0
May 27 2022
0.0
Version: 1.3.17
Intel only to older Macs in 2022 and not even Universal in 2022!
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Mar 13 2022
1.3.13
5.0
Mar 13 2022
5.0
Version: 1.3.13
NOTE: Do NOT update to v1.3.14 as it introduces yet-another-bug that is NOT present in v1.3.13. *sigh* The bug, at least so far from my testing, blocks volume control via the keyboard. What you get is the dead volume symbol of a zero with a slash through it. (Grumble, how do they manage to mess Boom 3D up yet again?! Annoying). SO! I'm going back to nicely working v1.3.13, if I can find it in my backup stash.
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Mar 13 2022
1.3.13
5.0
Mar 13 2022
5.0
Version: 1.3.13
v1.3.14 is out. "- No sound while using AirPods: The bug causing this issue has been fixed. - Bluetooth device issue: A bug that was causing a crash while using bluetooth devices during audio/video calls, has been fixed. - Localization fixes: Corrections have been made to a few localization errors."
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Dec 23 2021
1.3.13
5.0
Dec 23 2021
5.0
Version: 1.3.13
Release Notes for v1.3.13, as found after installing the update and running the app: • New feature: Boom 3D can now automatically change the equalizer preset based on the app that is playing audio. This feature can be turned on in your setings! • We've fixed a bug that was causing excessive memory usage. • Minor fixes and performance improvements. - - So far so good. I'll post further if any of the recent rash of bugs (v1.3.12) show up again. - - BTW: I made a visit to their 'Support' today and had to laugh. When you try to make a support request, they don't even acknowledge that macOS 11 or 12 exist. That's how far behind their 'Support' system is. I so wish they'd get their act back together.
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Nov 19 2021
1.3.12
5.0
Nov 19 2021
5.0
Version: 1.3.12
SpeakerAmp is an alternative (not yet listed at MU). It's free (+ available pro version upgrade purchase) at the Mac App store. Description and reviews: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/speakeramp-booster-equalizer/id1496955576?mt=12
ncpropertiesllc
ncpropertiesllc
Oct 27 2021
1.3.12
0.0
Oct 27 2021
0.0
Version: 1.3.12
I am very frustrated with Boom 3d. If you are running a USB DAC, please do not buy Boom 3d. It simply will not work. I only heard distortion when USB DAC is used. Get EQMac or something else but boom 3d.
allynsalomon
allynsalomon
Oct 25 2021
1.3.12
0.0
Oct 25 2021
0.0
Version: 1.3.12
When I set BOOM 3D to start up at login, it does so every time...which is good. BUT, it opens the app every time visually on my screen and I have to click to hide it while it is on. Is there a way to have it start at login in without seeing the app on my screen but just the app icon in the menu bar on my Mac?
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Oct 18 2021
1.3.12
5.0
Oct 18 2021
5.0
Version: 1.3.12
And... *sigh* the apparent memory leak problem is causing havoc with the Sound System Preferences. Either the Boom Audio sound output disappears OR it says it's 'Unknown'. Once it happens, it's persistent through system reboots. The workaround is stupid but it works: (1) QUIT Boom 3D app. (2) Boot Boom 3D app again. (3) Watch it ask to install its helper, again. Approve it. (4) You then get nonsense that you have to reboot your system. DON'T. But you'll find that Boom 3D isn't actually working at that point. SO! (5) QUIT Boom 3D a second time. (6) Boot Boom 3D a second time. ∑ = Tada. That buggy thing is working fine again. - - I've been attempting to get their [expletive] tech support to pay attention, but all I get are responses worthy of a BOT, named 'Amurtha'. VERY disappointing. But when I get time, I keep bugging the bot with new bug report information, whether it wants it or not. - - Then... nothing changes. I seriously doubt they have anyone doing testing over there at this point. AND the fact that they've chopped the price of the app indicates IMHO and experience that their head developer walked out and the apps gonna die. Or so I imagine. IOW: AWFUL tech support. What a shame. I love the app! . . . When it's not screwed up.
frankliang988-1
frankliang988-1
Aug 30 2021
1.3.12
0.0
Aug 30 2021
0.0
Version: 1.3.12
Huge memory leak problem. After about ~24 hours of use, the memory usage for this app is about 3 ~ 5 gb. I have no idea how this even passed your QA. However, the app is truly amazing the way it enhances every sound. If not for the memory leak i would definitely recommend it to my fellow developers and friends.
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Jul 30 2021
1.3.11
5.0
Jul 30 2021
5.0
Version: 1.3.11
It's still working on M1 Macs. However, it has a quirk whereby you wake your Mac and the sound is GaRbLeD very badly. I run into this occasionally. It only happens on M1 Macs. The solution is to Quit Boom 3D, then run it again. If that doesn't clear it, reboot your Mac. Boom 3D needs an overhaul to make it directly M1 compatible. I use it all day, every day.
Derekcurrie
Derekcurrie
Jan 11 2022
1.3.13
5.0
Jan 11 2022
5.0
Version: 1.3.13
Shivasharma Nallaikkumaran
Shivasharma Nallaikkumaran
Dec 25 2021
1.3.13
5.0
Dec 25 2021
5.0
Version: 1.3.13
bakeneko777
bakeneko777
Nov 19 2020
5.0
Nov 19 2020
5.0
Version: null
ixoye56
ixoye56
Oct 28 2020
5.0
Oct 28 2020
5.0
Version: null
baxsur
baxsur
Oct 17 2020
2.0
Oct 17 2020
2.0
Version: null
demerscharles
demerscharles
Sep 19 2020
1.0
Sep 19 2020
1.0
Version: null
cruzo82
cruzo82
Aug 20 2020
1.0
Aug 20 2020
1.0
Version: null
vvalezedatasolution
vvalezedatasolution
Aug 10 2020
1.0
Aug 10 2020
1.0
Version: null
junk-44
junk-44
Jul 24 2020
1.0
Jul 24 2020
1.0
Version: null
saturnpluto0
saturnpluto0
Jul 23 2020
1.0
Jul 23 2020
1.0
Version: null
vespinas
vespinas
Jul 3 2020
5.0
Jul 3 2020
5.0
Version: null
lrpgrant555
lrpgrant555
May 24 2020
5.0
May 24 2020
5.0
Version: null
1920 Riverside
1920 Riverside
Apr 14 2020
5.0
Apr 14 2020
5.0
Version: null
SALAMA Youssef
SALAMA Youssef
Dec 30 2019
5.0
Dec 30 2019
5.0
Version: null
Mikeymike
Mikeymike
Dec 6 2019
3.0
Dec 6 2019
3.0
Version: null
emiespo
emiespo
Nov 23 2019
1.0
Nov 23 2019
1.0
Version: null
asimmons
asimmons
Oct 31 2019
5.0
Oct 31 2019
5.0
Version: null
meme12
meme12
Oct 16 2019
2.0
Oct 16 2019
2.0
Version: null
Bob Jacobson
Bob Jacobson
Sep 26 2019
5.0
Sep 26 2019
5.0
Version: null
blagovest-karakashev-1
Sep 2 2019
3.0
Version: null
rphartle
rphartle
Aug 29 2019
2.0
Aug 29 2019
2.0
Version: null
appleman-design
appleman-design
Aug 28 2019
5.0
Aug 28 2019
5.0
Version: null
mac-gomes
mac-gomes
Aug 19 2019
3.5
Aug 19 2019
3.5
Version: null
renegerritsen-1
renegerritsen-1
Jul 23 2019
4.0
Jul 23 2019
4.0
Version: null
SamHoss48
SamHoss48
Jun 11 2019
3.0
Jun 11 2019
3.0
Version: null
rajnu61
rajnu61
May 16 2019
5.0
May 16 2019
5.0
Version: null
DrOpenSource
DrOpenSource
May 15 2019
0.5
May 15 2019
0.5
Version: null
drydkh
drydkh
May 14 2019
5.0
May 14 2019
5.0
Version: null
rocketron
rocketron
Apr 26 2019
0.5
Apr 26 2019
0.5
Version: null
Arghn
Arghn
Feb 10 2019
4.5
Feb 10 2019
4.5
Version: null
Harry Flashman
Harry Flashman
Jan 23 2019
1.5
Jan 23 2019
1.5
Version: null
Brad-Fraser
Brad-Fraser
Dec 19 2018
0.5
Dec 19 2018
0.5
Version: null
ad-ontec-1
ad-ontec-1
Dec 11 2018
5.0
Dec 11 2018
5.0
Version: null
laurens-34
laurens-34
Oct 27 2018
2.0
Oct 27 2018
2.0
Version: null
CynicalMike
CynicalMike
Oct 21 2018
1.0
Oct 21 2018
1.0
Version: null
Jpwgibson
Jpwgibson
Oct 14 2018
0.5
Oct 14 2018
0.5
Version: null
Scott-Salbo
Scott-Salbo
Oct 9 2018
5.0
Oct 9 2018
5.0
Version: null
jamiehaggerty
jamiehaggerty
Oct 2 2018
1.0
Oct 2 2018
1.0
Version: null
Neals61
Neals61
Sep 14 2018
4.5
Sep 14 2018
4.5
Version: null
Jloggie
Jloggie
Jun 12 2018
2.0
Jun 12 2018
2.0
Version: null
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