Qlab Apr 2026

What is QLab? QLab is a macOS-exclusive audio, video, and lighting playback tool. Instead of using separate apps (iTunes for music, QuickTime for video, a CD player for sound effects), QLab lets you cue all your media in one timeline or cue list and trigger them with a single keypress (usually the Spacebar or Go button).

Sound designers, stage managers, AV technicians, and installation artists. What is QLab

Free for basic audio (with occasional "nag" delays). Video, lighting, text, and advanced features require a rental license (day, week, month, or annual). Core Concepts Before diving in, understand these four pillars: QuickTime for video