XMPlay has recently released version 4.0.0.22 Beta and 4.0.0.1, further enhancing its capabilities as a versatile audio player. This player is compatible with a wide range of audio formats including OGG, MP3, WMA, WAV, and various module formats such as MOD, IT, XM, and UMX, among others. It also supports multiple playlist formats like PLS, M3U, and CUE, as well as ZIP archives, and offers additional format support through Winamp plugins.
Since its inception in 1998, XMPlay has evolved significantly from its original support of just the XM format. The player boasts a user-friendly, slim interface featuring various visualizations, and it operates without the need for installation—users can simply unzip the application and start using it immediately.
One of the standout features of XMPlay is its audio output capabilities, offering 32/24-bit and multi-channel output for high-quality audio playback. It supports gapless playback, crossfading, and other advanced audio effects such as DSP, automatic gain control, and a nine-band equalizer. Additionally, XMPlay allows for streaming from FTP and HTTP servers, making it compatible with streaming services like Shoutcast and Icecast.
The software provides a rich set of features including track information display, customizable title formatting, a library for managing tracks, and the ability to save presets for quick access to preferred settings. Users can also write audio files directly to disk in various formats and utilize external encoders for encoding audio.
Customization options are abundant, with fully customizable keyboard shortcuts and integration features that allow users to manage files easily through drag-and-drop support from Windows Explorer. The player also supports archived files, including nested archives, and has Unicode support for a variety of languages.
With its extensive feature set and continued updates, XMPlay remains a powerful choice for audio enthusiasts looking for a lightweight yet comprehensive audio player.
Since its inception in 1998, XMPlay has evolved significantly from its original support of just the XM format. The player boasts a user-friendly, slim interface featuring various visualizations, and it operates without the need for installation—users can simply unzip the application and start using it immediately.
One of the standout features of XMPlay is its audio output capabilities, offering 32/24-bit and multi-channel output for high-quality audio playback. It supports gapless playback, crossfading, and other advanced audio effects such as DSP, automatic gain control, and a nine-band equalizer. Additionally, XMPlay allows for streaming from FTP and HTTP servers, making it compatible with streaming services like Shoutcast and Icecast.
The software provides a rich set of features including track information display, customizable title formatting, a library for managing tracks, and the ability to save presets for quick access to preferred settings. Users can also write audio files directly to disk in various formats and utilize external encoders for encoding audio.
Customization options are abundant, with fully customizable keyboard shortcuts and integration features that allow users to manage files easily through drag-and-drop support from Windows Explorer. The player also supports archived files, including nested archives, and has Unicode support for a variety of languages.
With its extensive feature set and continued updates, XMPlay remains a powerful choice for audio enthusiasts looking for a lightweight yet comprehensive audio player.
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As XMPlay continues to evolve, future updates may focus on enhancing user experience through better integration with modern streaming services, adding more audio effects, and improving compatibility with emerging audio formats. The development team could also consider incorporating features such as cloud storage access for audio files and enhanced playlist management tools to streamline the user experience. Furthermore, a more robust community forum could foster user suggestions and feedback, allowing XMPlay to adapt quickly to the changing landscape of audio playback technologyXMPlay 4.0.0.22 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.
