Lidarr - Music Collection Manager
Lidarr is a powerful music collection manager designed specifically for Usenet and BitTorrent users. It streamlines the process of managing your music library by automating the monitoring of RSS feeds for new albums from your favorite artists. Lidarr interfaces seamlessly with download clients and indexers to grab, sort, and rename music files, ensuring your collection is always organized.
Key Features
- Automated Monitoring: Tracks multiple RSS feeds to detect and download new albums automatically.
- Quality Upgrades: Configurable to upgrade the quality of existing files when better formats are available.
- Calendar View: Displays upcoming album releases in a convenient, centralized location.
- Manual Search: Allows users to find and select specific releases for download directly to their client.
- Metadata Management: Cleans up and standardizes metadata tags for both existing and new music files.
- Import Lists: Supports following favorite artists or top albums via services like Last.FM and Headphones.
- Notifications & Profiles: Offers customizable quality profiles and notifications for download activities.
- Multi-Platform Support: Available on Windows, Linux, macOS, NAS, Docker, and BSD with detailed installation guides.
Use Cases
Lidarr is ideal for music enthusiasts and collectors who rely on Usenet and BitTorrent for acquiring content. It caters to users who need an automated, efficient way to manage large music libraries, ensuring high-quality files and organized metadata. Whether you're a casual listener or a dedicated audiophile, Lidarr simplifies music management across various platforms.
Unique Selling Points
What sets Lidarr apart is its deep integration with download clients, focus on quality upgrades, and robust metadata handling. Its frequent updates and active community support via Discord, GitHub, and Wiki make it a reliable choice for self-hosted music management solutions.
