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 Spotify tracks and playlists.
- Supports M4A, MP3, WAV, AIFF, CAF, and M4R
- Color tags, groups, search, and duplicate detection
- Optional hotkeys for external keyboards
Cue Editor
Fine-tune how each sound plays with precision controls.
- Waveform trimming with exact start and end points
- Fade in/out with adjustable durations
- Cue points, dropout regions, and per-sound volume (0–150%)
Boards & Live Mode
Build tap-ready layouts for fast game-day playback.
- Flexible button grids with adjustable density (2–5 columns) and wide bar layout
- Live status indicators and focused performance screen
- Configurable tap gestures, swipe volume, and panic mute
- Pre-built templates for hockey and general events
Emergency Controls
Always-visible controls to stay in command during the show.
- Panic mute — instant silence with one tap
- Now playing strip with elapsed time and gain control
- Master volume slider and fade-out always within reach
Scripts & Rosters
Run repeatable show sequences and player intros.
- Step-by-step scripts with timed waits, operator holds, fade-outs, and stop-all
- Rehearsal mode, lock mode, and built-in templates
- Roster walkouts with multiple entrance songs and pronunciation notes
Spotify Integration
Add walk-up and background music alongside local sound cues.
- Search and import tracks or playlists
- Remote playback control
- Requires Spotify Premium
Backup, Logs & Accessibility
Keep setups portable and usable under real conditions.
- Backup and restore your entire setup with automatic backups
- Session logs with timestamped play history and diagnostics
- VoiceOver support and large touch targets
Game-day workflow
From setup to post-game review — one app, one flow.
- 1
Import sounds
Add local audio files or Spotify 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. Spotify features require an active Spotify Premium account and applicable connectivity.
Do I need Spotify Premium?
Only for Spotify features. BenchHype works great with local audio files only — no Spotify account 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.