Live sports audio control for iPhone and iPad
Run game-day sound with fast, reliable playback. Import local audio, build tap-ready boards, and control live cues with confidence — even offline.
Built for PA operators, game-day volunteers, and anyone running sound at live sports events.
Why BenchHype
Fast under pressure
Large, tap-ready controls and instant playback designed for real game situations. No fumbling when the moment counts.
Reliable offline
Local audio playback works without internet. The show keeps moving even when the Wi-Fi doesn't.
Volunteer friendly
Simple mode and emergency controls help reduce mistakes when the pressure is on. Hand it to anyone on game day.
See it in action
Features
Sound Library
Import local audio or add Apple Music tracks and playlists.
- Supports standard audio formats (MP3, M4A, WAV, and more)
- Organize with custom color tags, sound groups, and fast search
- Smart duplicate detection to keep your library clean and save storage
Cue Editor
Fine-tune how each sound plays with precision controls.
- Visual trim editor to set precise start and end times for any sound
- Smooth fade-ins and fade-outs with adjustable durations
- Custom start points and volume boosts up to 150% for quiet tracks
Boards & Live Mode
Build tap-ready layouts for fast game-day playback.
- Customizable button sizes (2 to 5 columns) to fit any iPhone or iPad screen
- Live progress rings and large buttons built for cold ice rinks or fields
- Remap buttons to tap, double-tap, or swipe to easily adjust volume on the fly
- Multi-button split — play different parts of the same song on separate buttons
Emergency Controls
Always-visible controls to stay in command during the show.
- Panic mute — instantly silence all music with a single tap when a whistle blows
- Now Playing bar showing time elapsed and current track volume
- Always-visible master volume slider and quick fade-out button
Scripts & Rosters
Design repeatable show sequences and manage player walkout rosters.
- Plan your pre-game show with timed pauses and tap-to-continue prompts
- Lineup builder with quick drag-to-reorder and one-tap player benching
- Assign multiple walk-up songs per player with spelling and pronunciation guides
Apple Music Integration
Add walk-up and background music alongside local sound cues.
- Search and import millions of songs or playlists from Apple Music
- Play and control streaming music directly alongside your local files
- Requires an active Apple Music subscription and internet connection
Backup, Logs & Accessibility
Keep setups portable and usable under real conditions.
- Automatic backups to ensure you never lose your boards or music lists
- Game-day play history logs to see exactly what songs were played and when
- Built-in accessibility with full voice support and oversized touch targets
Game-day workflow
From setup to post-game review — one app, one flow.
- 1
Import sounds
Add local audio files or Apple Music tracks to your library
- 2
Build a board
Arrange tap-ready buttons for your game-day workflow
- 3
Run preflight
Verify audio files, speaker connections, and storage before the game
- 4
Start the show
Enter live mode with focused performance controls
- 5
Trigger cues live
Play, fade, and mute sounds in real time
- 6
Review history
See what played and when after the event
Free vs Pro
Free
Everything you need to get started.
- 15 sounds
- 3 groups
- 1 board
Pro
Remove all limits. One-time purchase.
- Unlimited sounds and groups
- Unlimited boards and tiles
- Unlimited scripts and rosters
- Backup and restore
- All future updates
Frequently asked questions
Does BenchHype work offline?
Yes. Local audio playback is designed to work without internet. Apple Music features require an active Apple Music subscription and applicable connectivity.
Do I need an Apple Music subscription?
Only for Apple Music features. BenchHype works great with local audio files only — no Apple Music subscription required.
Is BenchHype only for hockey?
No. It is especially well suited to hockey-style stoppages and live cue workflows, but it works for any sport or live event where you need reliable sound control.
Ready for game day?
Get BenchHype and take control of your game-day sound.