Headphones

Headphones is a comprehensive automated music downloader designed to manage and expand music libraries through NZB and torrent networks. Built with Python and supporting multiple download clients, it provides intelligent music acquisition with artist monitoring, release tracking, and quality management for serious music collectors.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Download Support:

  • NZB and torrent network integration
  • Multiple download client compatibility
  • Automatic search and acquisition
  • Quality-based selection criteria
  • Resume and retry capabilities
  • Bandwidth management and optimization

• Multiple Client Integration:

  • SABnzbd integration for NZB downloads
  • NZBget support for efficient processing
  • Transmission torrent client support
  • µTorrent compatibility and integration
  • Deluge torrent client support
  • Blackhole functionality for custom setups

• Intelligent Music Management:

  • Artist monitoring and tracking
  • Album release detection and notification
  • Missing track identification and acquisition
  • Music library organization and structure
  • Metadata extraction and management
  • Duplicate detection and handling

• Advanced Automation:

  • Automatic download scheduling and execution
  • Continuous release monitoring and updates
  • Quality upgrade detection and processing
  • Missing content identification and search
  • Background processing and queue management
  • Error handling and retry mechanisms

• Flexible Configuration:

  • Customizable download preferences and criteria
  • Quality settings and format selection
  • Download client configuration and management
  • Search provider setup and optimization
  • Custom rules and filtering options
  • Priority and scheduling configuration

• Music Library Features:

  • Comprehensive music database management
  • Artist information and biography integration
  • Album details and track listing management
  • Artwork downloading and organization
  • Library statistics and reporting
  • Search and browse functionality

• Self-Hosting Benefits:

  • Complete control over music acquisition and library
  • Privacy protection for music collection preferences
  • Custom configuration for specific music tastes
  • Integration with existing download infrastructure
  • No dependency on streaming services
  • Enhanced music library ownership and control

Technical Specifications

• License: GPL-3.0
• Deployment: Python application
• Platforms: Cross-platform (Linux, macOS, Windows)
• Requirements: Python, download clients
• Database: SQLite
• Architecture: Python automation service with web interface

Use Cases

• Music Collection: Automated building of comprehensive music libraries
• Release Monitoring: Tracking new releases from favorite artists
• Quality Upgrades: Automatic improvement of existing music quality
• Archive Building: Creating extensive music archives and collections
• Missing Content: Finding and acquiring missing albums and tracks
• Library Management: Organizing and maintaining large music collections

Unique Advantages

• Multi-Client Support: Compatibility with various download clients
• Music-Focused: Specifically designed for music acquisition and management
• Automation: Intelligent monitoring and automatic downloading
• Quality Management: Quality-based selection and upgrade capabilities
• Flexible Integration: Support for both NZB and torrent networks
• Open Source: GPL-3.0 licensed, transparent and customizable

Based on the Headphones GitHub repository, this tool provides users with a comprehensive music automation solution that excels in intelligent acquisition and library management, making it ideal for music enthusiasts, collectors, and audiophiles who need systematic music library building and maintenance.