DirectSound

/dəˈrɛkt-saʊnd/

n. “A Microsoft API within DirectX for audio playback and capture on Windows systems.”

DirectSound is a component of DirectX that provides low-level access to audio hardware, enabling high-performance sound playback, recording, and mixing for applications such as games, multimedia software, and audio tools. It allows developers to leverage the capabilities of sound cards and integrated audio devices while maintaining precise control over audio output.

Key characteristics of DirectSound include: