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osu! - How To Use Custom Hitsounds on Mac OS

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First, locate your osu! application. In my case, it’s in my applications folder. Right-click the app icon and select Show Package Contents. Navigate to: drive_c > osu! > Songs This folder will show you a list of currently installed beatmaps. Select the beatmap where you want to use custom hitsounds. This will help you choose which audio files to replace.

Locate osu! Hitsound Files

First, locate your osu! application. In my case, it’s in my applications folder. Right-click the app icon and select Show Package Contents.

Finder > Applications > osu! > Show Package Contents
Finder > Applications > osu! > Show Package Contents

Navigate to: drive_c > osu

Navigate to: drive_c > osu! > Songs This folder will show you a list of currently installed beatmaps. Select the beatmap where you want to use custom hitsounds. This will help you choose which audio files to replace.

drive_c > osu! > Songs
drive_c > osu! > Songs

Download Correct Audio Files

To use a custom hitsound, download the correct sound files to your system in case you haven’t already done this. The Custom Hitsound Library is an excellent resource for getting sound samples. Hitsounds should be in the .wav or .ogg format, as these have no playback delay and are loop correct. Sound files in mp3 format have slight delays and may not accurately match up to the song you are trying to hitsound.

Custom Hitsound Library
Find & Download Hitsounds
Find & Download Hitsounds

Rename & Replace Hitsounds

Once the sound files are placed inside the Beatmaps folder, they must be named appropriately for osu! to recognize them as hitsounds. In this example, rename the hitsound to drum_hitclap3. After replacing the audio file and starting up osu! you will hear your preferred custom hitsound.

Replace Audio Files
Replace Audio Files

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If it does not work

  • What are custom hitsounds in osu!?. Custom hitsounds in osu! are audio files that replace the default sound effect played when you hit a beat or beatmap element.
  • How do I download custom hitsounds for osu! on Mac OS?. You can download custom hitsounds from the osu! forums, online communities or websites that specialize in game customization. You can also create your own sounds!
  • Can I use custom hitsounds in multiplayer games in osu!?. Yes, you can use custom hitsounds in multiplayer games, but keep in mind that other players may not hear your custom hitsounds.
  • Are there any guidelines for creating custom hitsounds for osu!?. When creating custom hitsounds, it's important to keep them short, punchy, and distinct. You also want to ensure that they do not interfere with the game's timing or music.