Nuclear
MacFree, open-source music player for streaming and organizing your favorite tracks
Overview
Nuclear is a free, open-source audio player designed for seamless music streaming from multiple sources including YouTube, SoundCloud, Bandcamp, and more. It lets users search, play, and organize tracks into playlists without ads or subscriptions. With a clean, minimal interface, it supports offline listening by caching tracks, last.fm scrobbling, equalizer controls, and prioritizes user privacy by avoiding data collection. Ideal for Mac users who want control over their listening experience, it offers cross-platform functionality and no compromises on features or freedom.
Key Features
- Stream from YouTube, SoundCloud, Bandcamp & other sources
- Ad-free listening with no subscription fees
- Offline caching for tracks to play without internet
- Last.fm scrobbling and equalizer controls
- Privacy-focused with no data collection
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Open-source and completely free to use
- ⊕ Unified access to multiple music platforms in one app
- ⊕ Clean, intuitive interface that’s easy to navigate
Cons
- ⊖ Occasional stability issues with some streaming sources
- ⊖ Limited advanced audio editing features compared to paid tools