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Audacious

Plays a wide range of audio formats.

Made by Unknown Author

  • Audio Player

  • Xfce

  • Equalizer

What is Audacious?

The Audacious audio player is a powerful and feature-rich application designed to deliver exceptional audio quality and a vast range of codec support across multiple platforms. Leveraging the robust GTK+ framework, this lightweight yet capable player seamlessly integrates with various operating systems, including Linux and other *nix-based environments. Drawing inspiration from the beloved Winamp, Audacious offers a selection of visual styles to cater to diverse user preferences, allowing for a personalized listening experience. Boasting an advanced audio playback engine that surpasses the capabilities of GStreamer, Audacious stands out as a versatile and reliable choice for discerning music enthusiasts. Rooted in the legacy of Beep Media Player (BMP) and XMMS, this open-source project continues to evolve, providing users with a comprehensive and efficient audio management solution

Highlights

  • Extensive codec support for a wide range of audio file formats
  • Customizable visual styles inspired by the iconic Winamp player
  • Advanced audio playback engine with superior performance compared to GStreamer
  • Lightweight and efficient design that integrates seamlessly across various *nix platforms
  • Forked from the Beep Media Player (BMP) and XMMS projects, maintaining a rich heritage

Platforms

  • Haiku
  • BSD
  • Xfce
  • Linux
  • Windows

Languages

  • English

Features

    • Queued Operations

    • Create Playlist

    • Crossfading

    • Automatic Lyrics Finder

    • Portable

    • Integrated Codecs

    • Drag and Drop

    • Playlists management

    • Global hotkey

    • Lightweight

    • Windows Compatible

    • Parametric Equalizer

    • Dynamic Range Compressor

    • Skinnable

    • Integrated Last.fm scrobbler

    • Supports audio media keys

    • Extensible by Plugins/Extensions

    • Music Library

    • 3D visualization