What is SOUND?

Your personal music streaming server

SOUND is a lightweight, open-source music server that transforms your personal music collection into a powerful streaming service. Host your music library on your own hardware and access it from anywhere with WAVE, your personal streaming client.

Unlike subscription services, SOUND gives you complete control over your music. No algorithms deciding what you hear, no tracks disappearing from playlists, no monthly fees—just your music, your way.

Key Features

Self-Hosted

Run SOUND on your own hardware. Your music stays on your devices, under your control.

Lightning Fast

Built with Node.js for high-performance streaming. IndexedDB caching ensures instant library browsing.

Format Support

Supports MP3, FLAC, M4A, OGG, WAV, and more. High-resolution audio ready.

Real-Time Sync

WebSocket-powered metadata updates across all connected devices instantly.

Private & Secure

Your music library remains completely private. Optional authentication for remote access.

Remote Access

Stream your collection from anywhere with secure remote access configuration.

How It Works

1

Install SOUND Server

Download and install SOUND on the computer where your music library is stored. SOUND runs as a lightweight background service.

2

Point to Your Music

Configure SOUND to scan your music folders. It automatically indexes all supported audio files and extracts metadata from ID3 tags.

3

Connect with WAVE

Open WAVE in any browser. It automatically discovers SOUND on your local network. Your entire library appears instantly—no uploading required.

4

Stream Anywhere

Install WAVE as a PWA on your phone, tablet, or desktop. With optional remote access, stream your music from anywhere in the world.

SOUND + WAVE

SOUND is the server that hosts your music library. WAVE is the beautiful web application that lets you browse, search, and play your collection.

Together, they create a complete personal music streaming ecosystem that rivals commercial services—but with your music, your rules, and no monthly fees.

Why Choose SOUND?

Own Your Music

Your music collection belongs to you. No licensing changes, no disappeared tracks, no service discontinuations.

Access Anywhere

Stream from any device with a browser. Install WAVE as a PWA for a native app experience on mobile and desktop.

High Quality Audio

Stream your music in its original quality. FLAC, high-bitrate MP3, or any format you prefer—no transcoding or compression.

Perfect For

Music Collectors

Large personal libraries with rare tracks, live recordings, or high-resolution audio files.

Audiophiles

Lossless streaming of FLAC and high-resolution audio without quality loss or compression.

Privacy-Conscious Users

Keep your listening habits private. No data collection, no algorithm tracking.

Families & Households

Share one music library across multiple devices without per-user subscription fees.

Ready to Get Started?

Follow our quick start guide to have SOUND running in under 5 minutes.