Qmmp (Qt-based MultiMedia Player) is a feature-rich player with support for most popular audio formats, global hot-keys, and various included sound enhancements. The program uses the familiar 3-window structure with spectrum analyzer, a 10-band equalizer, and playlist similar to Winamp.
The program includes tremendous skin support, including thousands from Winamp and the XMMS project.
Supports format conversion, visualization, lyrics, cover art, CUE sheets, tray control, CDDB and ReplayGain support, removable device detection and more. Also supported is a variety of plugins for stereo correction, crossfade, stereo-to-mono, etc.
Cross-platform (FreeBSD, Linux) and available in 26 world languages. A PortableApps version is also available.
Note: Support for older versions of Windows (< 10) can be found in the 1.7.x branch.
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Runs on: | WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 / Win11 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | Yes |
License: | GNU GPLv2 |
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Optionally, you may delete unnecessary language files from translations sub-folder. |
Similar/alternative apps: | 1by1, AIMP, foobar2000, Spider Player Pro, Xion |
What's new? | Linux version changelog at https://www.linux-apps.com/p/1130990. |
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shnbwmn
on 2016-07-24 13:02
Nice little player. The website has a page with plugins, but it's slightly misleading. The "Qmmp Plugin Pack" download directs to the player itself, and the others require building from source/installed dependencies.
Realist
on 2016-10-06 16:25
Why do we another music player and that too which looks like WinAMP?
MIKLO
on 2017-01-15 17:15
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@Realist, I believe the more we have the better they will all get or they go away, after all competition makes the world go round. I would agree if all are the exact same then it is a waste, but coders usually try and add something more useful that the last version doesn't have. Just my thoughts. :) |
XMPlay is a skinnable audio player that plays all major audio formats and includes gapless playback, effects, equalizer, net streaming. More features are available using plugins, including visualizations, more format support, cover art and more. Note that the library and playlist will not work as you change PCs.
Can play MP3, WMA, M4A, OGG and more, as well as output to WAV, MP3 OGG etc. (via external encoders).
Alternatively, XMPlay is natively portable but does not automatically adjust library and playlist paths: download the ZIP package, extract to a folder of your choice and launch xmplay.exe.
Also, you can always download the "Latest stuff" version.
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Runs on: | WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 / Win11 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | Yes |
Path portability: | Automatic relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc) |
License: | Freeware |
How to extract: | Download the self-extracting EXE to a folder of your choice. Launch XMPlayPortable.exe. |
Similar/alternative apps: | foobar2000 |
What's new? |
New in version 4.0: * New default skin (old skin is downloadable) * Skin hue and light adjustment * Anto-mini mode can be enabled/disabled for all skins, with adjustable timeout * WMA and AC3 support via Media Foundation (old WMA plugin is downloadable) * Support for multiple tracks in MP4 files * Support for 64-bit WAV and AIFF files * GZIP archive support * Support for #EXT-X-MEDIA tags in HLS master playlists * Support for event message (emsg) metadata in fMP4 HLS streams * Taskbar playback control buttons * Adjustable seeking time step * Old tracks can be faded-out over new tracks * A gap can be inserted between tracks * Crossfade/fade-out/gap track transitions can apply to subsongs too * Option to disable preloading the next track when not crossfading * Balance control added to DSP options * The monitor can be kept awake during playback (for monitor speakers) * Tracks can be sent to other apps/tools * Filename and full path playlist column options * Queue display option in extended playlist * Shortcut/menu option to move selected tracks to the bottom of the playlist * Shortcut/menu option to crop the playlist/library (remove unselected) * Shortcut to play a random track from the library * Track last play time is when playback ended (not started) * Library average play count changed from per-month to per-year * Abbreviated option for library "size" column * Adjustable nested playlist reading limit * File deletion can be disabled or require confirmation, optionally to the recycle bin * Improved drag'n'drop support for moving tracks within XMPlay and to other apps * Improved edge snapping for skins with empty space at the edges * Main and info windows can be snapped together * Main window can be moved together with the info window * Info window can be hidden when XMPlay is inactive * Channel/bpm/speed info in MOD pattern display (replaces time display option) * The documentation is now online, with context-sensitive help button in options window * "Input plugins" options renamed "Decoders" and includes built-in decoders * New "Version" options page showing the version of XMPlay and installed plugins * Warning shown when assigning a shortcut to the same key as another one * Per-user config enabled by default when installed in Program Files * %USERPROFILE% used in playlists/library for tracks in the user profile path * Downloaded files can be cached in temporary internet files folder * History (URL/folder/search/playlist) saving can be disabled * Default playlist (XMPLAY.PLS) saving can be disabled * Info bubbles use same font size with all skins for consistency * Formerly sliding panels in skins now open/close with a click * Improved Wine compatibility for single/merged panel skins (inc. default) * Archive plugins that crash are disabled (with notice) and XMPlay continues running * Separate title formatting option for the playlist panel is removed * Skinning enhancements (see skinning kit) |
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TP109
on 2015-01-03 03:45
@smaragdus Thanks. I downloaded it. BTW, XMPlay archives older versions here: https://support.xmplay.com/files.php?id=20
dbonnell1972
on 2016-12-08 17:11
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I used to use WinAmp (over the years became bloated and tool forever to load), then tried Cool Player (good, but not enough features for me). XM Player is the perfect balance - super fast, reliable (so far), flexible, and customizable. J.U.S.T. Perfect! |
foobar2000 is an audio player with low memory footprint and native support for most popular audio formats. It includes CD ripping, format conversion, replay gain, audio normalization, equalization and more. Playlist display and keyboard shortcuts are both very customisable. Additional functionality available via a wide variety of plugins.
The program can edit song tags (album and song name, number, year etc.) based on the FreeDB Internet database and even rename the original songs based on these tags. A file format conversion tool is available, but must be enabled with external downloads. Can even fix some MP3s with corrupted file headers.
Windows 2000 users can download the last compatible version: 0.9.4.
Windows XP and Vista users, download last version from 1.5 series.
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Runs on: | Win7 / Win8 / Win10 / Win11 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | Yes |
Path portability: | Requires manual entry of relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc) |
License: | Freeware |
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Similar/alternative apps: | 1by1, Boom, Winyl |
What's new? | See: https://foobar2000.org/changelog. |
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PAFuser
on 2023-04-26 15:52
64bit available on download page, see https://foobar.hyv.fi/2.0/?sort=modified&dir=r for 64bit components. 32bit will not work.
freakazoid
on 2023-06-10 00:59
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PSA: For older users, use the 32-bit version of v2.0 for now. |
HandBrake is a video encoder that supports a variety of formats, device profiles and filters. The program includes tools for both basic and advanced users, with multi-threaded compression, subtitles, chapters, and quality settings. The program can also process most file types, including DVD/BluRay sources without copy protection, and supports live static and video preview.
Only available for 64-bit machines. Cross-platform with clients available for Mac and Linux.
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Runs on: | Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Dependencies: | Microsoft .NET Framework 6.0+ |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | Yes |
License: | Freeware/Open Source |
How to extract: |
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Similar/alternative apps: | XMedia Recode, Free Audio Video Pack |
What's new? | See: https://github.com/HandBrake/HandBrake/releases |
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Midas
on 2022-01-16 10:11
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As the latest HandBrake version (v1.5.1) is only fully compatible with Windows 10 and newer, be aware old releases are archived and available at https://handbrake.fr/old.php. |
MusicBee is a feature-rich and highly configurable audio toolset, including player, tag and library manager, converter. The overall look and feel can be rearranged, switched to one of two minimal player views, and skinned for a variety of different color schemes.
The program supports a host of different audio functions including Internet radio, podcast search/download/manage, playlists, CD ripping, Last.FM, Soundcloud, device sync and much more. Audio functions include gapless playback, high-end and surround sound audio, volume and EQ controls.
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Runs on: | Win7 / Win8 / Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Dependencies: | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.6.1+ |
Unicode support: | Yes |
License: | Free for personal use |
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Similar/alternative apps: | foobar2000 |
What's new? | See: https://getmusicbee.com/help/release-note/ |
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risk
on 2019-12-13 22:36
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MusicBee has been my music player for well over a decade - ever since the other one stopped whipping the llama’s ass! |
AIMP is a skinnable audio player similar to Winamp that supports most audio formats, as well as Internet radio. Features include a music library, mini-player, colorizing of individual skins, visualizations, smart playlists, global hotkeys, and plug-ins capability. Filters/effects include equalizer, reverb, normalization, voice remover, speed changes and more.
AIMP includes a built-in audio converter, APE image splitter, tag editor, alarm clock, and auto-shutdown.
Alternatively, AIMP Portable is stealth and automatically adjusts paths.
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Runs on: | Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | No. Writes to registry if run with admin rights. See this forum thread. |
Unicode support: | Yes |
Path portability: | Automatic relative path (eg. ..\..\personal\work.doc) |
License: | Freeware |
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Similar/alternative apps: | Winyl, Xion |
What's new? | See: https://www.aimp.ru/?do=changelog |
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MIKLO
on 2016-06-03 11:47
smaragdus REALLY? wow I didn't realize that looks over substance was so important to sum people. Now I'm curious what others think about the "looks" of V4 or if most just don't care like me, please don't misunderstand I understand how you feel its just foreign 2me is all I'm saying. Of course if V3 suits your needs then by all means that's the correct version for you to use, no matter what I or others think. Enjoy.:)
Peter202
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Is it possible to disable the ID3v1 tagging? It's messing up the grouping of my mp3 files when i import them in the library. |
Universal Extractor 2 is an easy-to-use extraction program that works on a long list of file types including standard compression formats like ZIP, RAR and 7Z files, as well as program installers, disk images, audio/video and many more. The program also includes an "scan" option to view available data on a setup file, integrated updater, improved status box, new detection methods for files, batch extraction, plugin support and more.
The program is an unofficial fork of Universal Extractor.
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Runs on: | WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | No. Included libraries may write to the registry. |
Unicode support: | Yes |
License: | GNU GPLv2 |
How to extract: |
Optionally, in the setup wizard:
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Similar/alternative apps: | Universal Extractor |
What's new? |
See: https://github.com/Bioruebe/UniExtract2/releases |
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SleepingWolf
on 2020-02-03 18:39
The download found on the github site is currently missing an .exe (or any other executable) file.
thepiney
on 2020-02-04 14:27
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I'm guessing you downloaded the source code zip file. If you click on the download link and go to the bottom of RC2 area, just above 2.0.0 RC1 you'll see "Assets", click on that and then the top download "UniExtractRC2.zip". |
CDex converts your CD collection into a variety of popular formats and supports advanced jitter correction, volume normalization, CD database lookup (CDDB), cdparanoia tools, ID3 V1 and V2 tags, playlists (M3U and PLS) and recording from an analog input line.
Formats supported include MP3, AAC, WMA, FLAC, OGG, WAV, MP2, Musepack, APE, VQF and more.
CDex Portable is a wrapper program for portability. Alternatively, X-CDex is also available.
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Runs on: | WinXP / Vista / Win7 / Win8 / Win10 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
Unicode support: | Yes |
License: | GNU GPLv3 |
How to extract: |
Download CDExPortable_x.xx_online.paf.exe to a folder of your choice and launch. Note: The online installer requires internet connection. The non-portable installer version available from cdex.mu is adware. |
Similar/alternative apps: | fre:ac, AudioGrabber |
What's new? |
See: https://cdex.mu/download |
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webfork
on 2016-06-18 17:33
@AndTheWolf: Good catch - I'm just using the PA home for both the website and download links.
giulia
on 2019-12-23 05:09
cdex contain m alware , just download CDex-2.23.exe and check with virus total
thepiney
on 2019-12-25 04:35
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2.23 from PortableApps gets 1/70 hits. Don't panic. |
Video to Video is a feature-rich tool to convert over 200 input formats to any of over 700 output presets. Includes a built-in, high-quality DVD Ripper that supports foreign language subtitles, a video joiner to combine multiple movies in one, as well as a splitter to cut out parts of the video that you find interesting without converting the entire video.
Functional in 64-bit.
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Runs on: | Win2K / WinXP / Vista / Win7 |
Writes settings to: | Application folder |
Stealth: ? | Yes |
License: | Freeware |
How to extract: | Download the "portable" package and extract to a folder of your choice. Launch vv.exe. |
Similar/alternative apps: | Handbrake, Tencoder, XMedia Recode |
What's new? |
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PAFuser
on 2021-03-31 20:09
Only notice webfork's comment today. Used Universal Extractor 2 https://www.portablefreeware.com/index.php?id=2764 to extract to a new folder and ran vv.exe. Still unable to get portable version to run, even as administrator.
Andrew Lee
on 2021-04-01 01:35
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The portable ZIP did not work, but the extracted installer files worked fine for me without running as admin. |