Short answer

Unlike iPhone, macOS has no volume limit. Tuno lets you set a maximum level for each output device, for example 70% for headphones, and keeps the volume from going above it.

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In macOS

macOS has no volume limit for headphones or speakers. Parental controls (Screen Time) don’t include one either.

With Tuno

  1. 1

    Open Tuno › Output and select your headphones.

  2. 2

    Turn on “Volume limit” and set the highest level.

  3. 3

    The volume keys, Control Center and apps can’t raise the volume above the limit on that device.

macOS 15 or later, Mac with Apple silicon.

Frequently asked questions

Is the limit per device?

Yes. You can limit headphones and leave speakers at full range.

Does it work with HDMI and software volume?

Yes. The limit applies to both hardware and software volume.

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