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Description

Amarok is a robust music player designed for Linux, Unix, and Windows, featuring a user-friendly interface. It simplifies the process of enjoying your favorite tunes while also helping you explore new ones, all while maintaining an appealing aesthetic! Significant efforts in the development of Amarok 2 have focused on integrating Web services, allowing users to access a vast array of music directly online. This enhancement vastly increases the number of songs available at your command. With a powerful API, incorporating additional services requires minimal effort, making it user-friendly for anyone looking to expand their music horizons. Enjoy seamless integration with Last.fm to scrobble tracks and listen to a variety of radio streams. Purchase tracks directly from the integrated Magnatune store, thus supporting independent music labels. You can also connect to an Ampache music server remotely, enabling you to browse, search, and play your media files effortlessly. Additionally, you have the ability to discover, subscribe to, and download audio and video podcasts from a comprehensive podcast directory, and listen to streaming audiobooks directly from the Librivox catalog, enhancing your overall listening experience. Whether you're looking for mainstream hits or hidden gems, Amarok delivers an all-encompassing music experience.

Description

Music Player Daemon (MPD) is a robust and adaptable server-side software designed for music playback. It utilizes plugins and libraries to support a diverse range of audio file formats while being manageable via its network protocol. An experimental version for Android can be found on Google Play, and upon installation and launch, MPD will automatically scan your designated music directory, allowing you to interact with it through any compatible MPD client. Typically, each plugin requires a specific codec library that you must also install, so it's advisable to consult the plugin reference for the necessary library details. While it may not provide the familiar experience of a traditional Windows application, MPD operates effectively on Windows systems. Its build process adheres to a "Linux style," which might be unfamiliar to Windows users who are not accustomed to compiling their own software. Additionally, audio outputs are the devices responsible for playing the sound generated by MPD, and while you can configure multiple audio output devices, it's essential to have at least one configured to ensure functionality. This versatility makes MPD a compelling choice for users seeking a customizable music playback solution.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Last.fm Yes 

Integrations

Last.fm No 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

Free
Free Trial No 
Free Version Yes 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac Yes 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App Yes 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux Yes 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Amarok

Website

amarok.kde.org

Vendor Details

Company Name

Music Player Daemon

Country

United States

Website

www.musicpd.org

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