gonic

Self-Hosted

Self-hosted music server with Subsonic API support

Overview

gonic is a lightweight, self-hosted audio streaming server optimized for easy deployment and resource efficiency. It fully supports Subsonic API v1.16, enabling seamless integration with popular clients like DSub, Subsonic, and Airsonic. Organizes your local music library (MP3, FLAC, OGG, WAV, etc.) with metadata parsing, and includes features like playlists, search, and user management. Deploy via Docker or binary, with SQLite as default storage (PostgreSQL optional) for hassle-free setup.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  gonic:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: gonic
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Subsonic API v1.16 compatibility for client support
Supports multiple audio formats (MP3, FLAC, OGG, WAV)
Lightweight resource footprint for low-power devices
Docker and binary deployment options

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is gonic hard to install?

gonic is easy to install—use Docker with a simple compose file (no extra config needed for basic use) or download a binary for your OS. Just point it to your music folder and start streaming via Subsonic clients.

? Is it a good alternative to Spotify?

gonic is ideal if you want to stream your own music library instead of a subscription service. Unlike Spotify, it doesn’t offer curated playlists or online radio, but it lets you host and access your MP3/FLAC files from anywhere with Subsonic clients.

? Is it completely free?

Yes! gonic is open-source software licensed under MIT, so it’s 100% free to use, modify, and self-host without any hidden fees or subscriptions.

Top Alternatives

Spotify Premium Search Google

Apple Music Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Media Streaming - Audio Streaming

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (full control over your music library)
⊕ Works with 100+ Subsonic-compatible clients
⊕ Free and open-source (MIT license)
⊕ Minimal setup with default SQLite database

Cons

⊖ Requires well-organized music file structure
⊖ No native web UI (relies on external Subsonic clients)
⊖ Limited advanced features (e.g., no AI-generated playlists)