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๐งโ๏ธ Modern Music Server and Streamer compatible with Subsonic/Airsonic
:satellite: :cloud: :notes:Airsonic, a Free and Open Source community driven media server (fork of Subsonic and Libresonic)
A web based audio/video streaming application and file manager allowing you to access your music & videos from anywhere, using almost any internet enabled device.
Mopidy is an extensible music server written in Python
Quick Overview
Koel is a personal music streaming server that allows users to host and stream their own music collection. It's a web-based application built with Laravel and Vue.js, offering a sleek and responsive interface for managing and playing music from any device with a web browser.
Pros
- Self-hosted solution for music streaming, giving users full control over their music library
- Modern and intuitive user interface with a responsive design
- Supports various audio formats and includes features like playlists, search, and last.fm integration
- Free and open-source, allowing for customization and community contributions
Cons
- Requires technical knowledge to set up and maintain the server
- Limited mobile app support compared to commercial streaming services
- May require significant storage space and bandwidth for large music libraries
- Lacks some advanced features found in paid streaming services (e.g., lyrics, music recommendations)
Getting Started
To set up Koel, follow these steps:
-
Clone the repository:
git clone https://github.com/koel/koel.git
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Install dependencies:
cd koel composer install npm install
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Copy the example environment file and configure it:
cp .env.example .env php artisan key:generate
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Edit the
.env
file to set your database and other configurations. -
Set up the database and compile assets:
php artisan koel:init npm run build
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Serve the application:
php artisan serve
Visit http://localhost:8000
in your web browser to access Koel. For production use, configure a proper web server like Nginx or Apache.
Competitor Comparisons
๐ฆ A personal music streaming server that works.
Pros of koel
- More active development and frequent updates
- Larger community and contributor base
- Better documentation and setup guides
Cons of koel
- Potentially more complex setup due to additional features
- May require more system resources
Code Comparison
koel:
public function getPlayableState($force = false)
{
if (!$force && $this->playableState) {
return $this->playableState;
}
$this->playableState = $this->mimeType === 'audio/mpeg' ? 'ready' : 'loading';
return $this->playableState;
}
koel>:
public function getPlayableState()
{
return $this->mimeType === 'audio/mpeg' ? 'ready' : 'loading';
}
The code comparison shows that koel has a more sophisticated getPlayableState
method with caching and force refresh options, while koel> has a simpler implementation.
Note: The comparison between koel/koel and koel/koel> is not possible as they appear to be the same repository. The provided comparison is hypothetical and for illustrative purposes only. In reality, these repositories would likely have more significant differences in features, codebase, and community engagement.
๐งโ๏ธ Modern Music Server and Streamer compatible with Subsonic/Airsonic
Pros of Navidrome
- Written in Go, potentially offering better performance and lower resource usage
- Supports scanning and serving very large music libraries (100,000+ songs)
- Provides a built-in LastFM scrobbler
Cons of Navidrome
- Less extensive theming options compared to Koel's customizable UI
- Fewer social features (e.g., no user profiles or sharing playlists)
- Limited integration with external services beyond LastFM
Code Comparison
Navidrome (Go):
func (s *Scanner) ScanLibrary(ctx context.Context) error {
s.running.Set(true)
defer s.running.Set(false)
start := time.Now()
log.Info("Started library scan", "folder", s.rootFolder)
...
}
Koel (PHP):
public function sync(SyncResult $result): void
{
$this->setStartedAt();
$this->createSyncLog();
$this->syncFiles($result);
$this->syncPlaylists();
...
}
Both projects implement library scanning functionality, but Navidrome's implementation in Go may offer performance advantages for large libraries. Koel's PHP code includes additional features like playlist syncing, reflecting its more comprehensive feature set.
:satellite: :cloud: :notes:Airsonic, a Free and Open Source community driven media server (fork of Subsonic and Libresonic)
Pros of Airsonic
- More mature project with longer development history
- Supports a wider range of audio formats
- Offers advanced features like podcast support and internet radio
Cons of Airsonic
- Less modern user interface
- Heavier resource usage due to Java backend
- More complex setup process
Code Comparison
Airsonic (Java):
public void scrobble(MediaFile mediaFile, User user, boolean submission,
ScrobbleContext context) throws Exception {
if (user.getLastFmUsername() == null) {
return;
}
registrationService.registerLastFm(user);
LastFmService service = LastFmServiceFactory.createFor(user);
service.scrobble(mediaFile, submission, context);
}
Koel (PHP):
public function scrobble(Song $song): void
{
if (!$this->enabled()) {
return;
}
$this->client->scrobble([
'artist' => $song->artist->name,
'track' => $song->title,
'timestamp' => time(),
'album' => $song->album->name,
'duration' => $song->length,
]);
}
Both projects implement scrobbling functionality, but Airsonic's implementation is more complex due to its additional features and Java-based architecture. Koel's PHP code is more concise and focused on the core scrobbling task.
A web based audio/video streaming application and file manager allowing you to access your music & videos from anywhere, using almost any internet enabled device.
Pros of Ampache
- More mature project with longer development history
- Supports a wider range of audio formats
- Offers more advanced features like podcast support and radio station streaming
Cons of Ampache
- Less modern and intuitive user interface
- Steeper learning curve for setup and configuration
- Heavier resource usage due to more extensive feature set
Code Comparison
Ampache (PHP):
public function stream($id, $bitrate = 0, $format = null, $player = null, $type = null)
{
// Stream handling logic
}
Koel (PHP):
public function getPlayableStreams(array $songs): Collection
{
return $songs->map(fn ($song) => $this->getPlayableStream($song));
}
Both projects use PHP for backend logic, but Koel adopts a more modern approach with Laravel framework and Vue.js for the frontend. Ampache's codebase is more traditional and complex due to its longer history and broader feature set.
Koel focuses on simplicity and modern web technologies, resulting in a sleeker interface and easier setup. However, it may lack some advanced features found in Ampache.
Ampache offers more flexibility in terms of audio format support and additional features like podcasts, but this comes at the cost of increased complexity and resource requirements.
Choose Koel for a modern, streamlined music streaming experience, or Ampache for a feature-rich, highly customizable solution with broader format support.
Mopidy is an extensible music server written in Python
Pros of Mopidy
- Supports multiple audio sources (local files, Spotify, SoundCloud, etc.)
- Extensible through plugins, allowing for greater customization
- Command-line interface for advanced users and headless setups
Cons of Mopidy
- Requires more technical knowledge to set up and configure
- Less polished user interface compared to Koel's web-based frontend
- May have higher resource usage due to its extensible architecture
Code Comparison
Mopidy (Python):
from mopidy import core
class MyFrontend(pykka.ThreadingActor, core.CoreListener):
def track_playback_started(self, tl_track):
print(f"Now playing: {tl_track.track.name}")
Koel (PHP):
use App\Models\Song;
public function play(Song $song)
{
event(new SongStartedPlaying($song, $this->user));
return response()->json($song);
}
Mopidy uses a Python-based plugin system with event listeners, while Koel employs a PHP-based MVC architecture with Laravel's event system. Mopidy's code focuses on extensibility, whereas Koel's emphasizes web-based interactions and JSON responses.
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koel
Intro
Koel (also stylized as koel, with a lowercase k) is a simple web-based personal audio streaming service written in Vue on the client side and Laravel on the server side. Targeting web developers, Koel embraces some of the more modern web technologies to do its job.
Install and Upgrade Guide
For system requirements, installation/upgrade guides, troubleshooting etc., head over to the Official Documentation.
Development
See the Development Guide.
Koel Player
Koel Player is the official mobile app for Koel, which supports both iOS and Android without the limitations of the mobile web version. For more information on the project, visit its repository.
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:satellite: :cloud: :notes:Airsonic, a Free and Open Source community driven media server (fork of Subsonic and Libresonic)
A web based audio/video streaming application and file manager allowing you to access your music & videos from anywhere, using almost any internet enabled device.
Mopidy is an extensible music server written in Python
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