XMPlay has recently released version 4.0.0.16 Beta and 4.0.0.1, enhancing its capabilities as a versatile audio player. Initially launched in 1998 with support for only the XM format—which inspired its name—XMPlay has evolved to accommodate a wide range of audio formats, including OGG, MP3, WMA, WAV, and several others. Users can also utilize Winamp plugins for additional format support.
The application is characterized by its lightweight and user-friendly interface, which can be used without installation; simply unzipping the files allows users to start playing audio immediately. Key features include 32/24-bit and multi-channel audio output for high-fidelity playback, gapless playback, crossfading, and a nine-band equalizer, among others. XMPlay also supports streaming audio files from various servers and allows users to write copies of tracks to disk.
Other notable features include a track information display that provides format details and allows users to open related web pages, customizable track title formatting, and a library system for easy access to music. Users can save preset settings for specific tracks, utilize customizable keyboard shortcuts, and integrate the player seamlessly with Windows Explorer through drag and drop functionalities. Additionally, XMPlay supports Unicode file names and includes visualization options compatible with Sonique plugins.
As the audio landscape continues to evolve, XMPlay remains a powerful tool for audio enthusiasts, offering flexibility and a breadth of features that cater to diverse listening preferences. Future updates may further expand its capabilities, including enhanced streaming options, improved user interface customization, and additional audio format support, ensuring it stays relevant in an ever-changing digital environment
The application is characterized by its lightweight and user-friendly interface, which can be used without installation; simply unzipping the files allows users to start playing audio immediately. Key features include 32/24-bit and multi-channel audio output for high-fidelity playback, gapless playback, crossfading, and a nine-band equalizer, among others. XMPlay also supports streaming audio files from various servers and allows users to write copies of tracks to disk.
Other notable features include a track information display that provides format details and allows users to open related web pages, customizable track title formatting, and a library system for easy access to music. Users can save preset settings for specific tracks, utilize customizable keyboard shortcuts, and integrate the player seamlessly with Windows Explorer through drag and drop functionalities. Additionally, XMPlay supports Unicode file names and includes visualization options compatible with Sonique plugins.
As the audio landscape continues to evolve, XMPlay remains a powerful tool for audio enthusiasts, offering flexibility and a breadth of features that cater to diverse listening preferences. Future updates may further expand its capabilities, including enhanced streaming options, improved user interface customization, and additional audio format support, ensuring it stays relevant in an ever-changing digital environment
XMPlay 4.0.0.16 Beta / 4.0.0.1 released
XMPlay is an audio player that supports OGG / MP3 / MP2 / MP1 / WMA / WAV / AIFF / CDA / MO3 / IT / XM / S3M / MTM / MOD / UMX audio formats, PLS / M3U / ASX / WAX / CUE playlists, and ZIP archives.
