Yes, they are used by audio programs, and they are selected and if needed, changed (buffer number) in each audio program.

BIAB can generally be run on MME with no problems. ASIO is a standard created by Steinberg but now used by other companies. ASIO drivers are written by the manufacturer of the audio interface, so they differ in quality and effectiveness. If you have a good ASIO driver, though, it will function better than any other choice.


BIAB 2025 Win Audiophile. Software: Studio One 7 Pro, Swam horns, Acoustica-7, Notion 6, Song Master Pro, Win 11 Home. Hardware: Intel i9, 32 Gb; Roland Integra-7, Presonus 192 & Faderport 8, Royer 121, Adam Sub8 & Neumann 120 monitors.