Mopidy
Extensible music server with MPD and web control
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Last commit 1 Sept 2026.
Mopidy is an extensible music server written in Python. It runs as a background service and plays audio from local files and radio streams, while letting you control playback and playlists from other devices over the network.
Key Features
- Extension system for adding new music sources and control frontends
- Plays local music and internet radio streams out of the box
- Optional MPD compatibility via the Mopidy-MPD extension for broad client support
- HTTP server functionality for web-based control and integrations
- Remote control from phones, tablets, and computers using MPD or web clients
- APIs oriented toward integrations and custom projects (including JSON-RPC)
Use Cases
- Networked home music playback controlled from multiple devices
- Raspberry Pi-based jukebox or DIY audio projects using extensions
- Centralized audio playback service integrated with existing MPD client setups
Mopidy is a flexible base for building custom music systems thanks to its plugin architecture and wide client compatibility. It fits well in homelabs and DIY setups where a lightweight, hackable music server is preferred.
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