XMMS como alternativa Linux a Nullsoft Winamp

Actualizado el 18 de octubre de 2026

Nuestra opinión

XMMS can serve as a basic replacement for Nullsoft Winamp for users who only need to play common audio formats, manage playlists, and use simple visualizations. It works well for casual listeners on Linux who prefer a lightweight, Winamp‑style interface. However, power users who rely on advanced equalizers, extensive plugin ecosystems, or modern features like gapless playback and comprehensive metadata editing may find XMMS lacking. For those who want a more current, actively maintained player, Audacious or MPD with a front‑end would be better choices.

Cobertura de funciones70%

Licencia: GPL-2.0
Precio: Gratis
Última versión: —
Valoración: —

Instalar XMMS

Lo que funciona igual

Winamp‑style interface with skinnable UI
Supports MP3, Ogg Vorbis, and FLAC playback
Basic playlist management
Plugin architecture for visualizations and effects
Network streaming capabilities

Lo que cambia

No built‑in advanced equalizer or comprehensive DSP chain
Limited gapless playback support
No support for newer formats like AAC or Opus
No automatic metadata fetching from online databases
No active development or community support
No modern UI themes beyond classic skins

Abrir tus archivos de Nullsoft Winamp

XMMS can open standard audio files that Winamp plays, but it does not natively import Winamp’s playlist (.pls) or library (.wpl) files. Users would need to export playlists from Winamp to a common format (e.g., M3U) and then load them into XMMS. Metadata stored in Winamp’s proprietary database is not transferable.

Pasar de Nullsoft Winamp a XMMS, paso a paso

Export Winamp playlists to M3U or XSPF format.
Install XMMS from your distribution’s package manager.
Open the exported playlist file in XMMS via File → Open.”
Apply desired skins from the XMMS skin directory or download new ones.
Configure network streaming by adding stream URLs in the playlist.”
Adjust basic equalizer settings under the Effects menu if needed.

Funciones clave de XMMS

Interfaz clásica estilo Winamp con skins
Soporte para MP3, Ogg Vorbis y FLAC
Gestión básica de listas de reproducción
Arquitectura de plugins para visualizaciones y efectos
Soporte para reproducción sin cortes (limitado)
Capacidades de transmisión por red

Preguntas frecuentes

Does XMMS support modern audio codecs like AAC?

No, XMMS natively supports MP3, Ogg Vorbis, and FLAC. AAC support would require an external plugin or codec library, which is not commonly bundled.

Can I use the same skins from Winamp in XMMS?

XMMS uses a similar skinning system, but skins are not directly compatible. You’ll need to download or create skins specifically for XMMS.

Is XMMS actively maintained?

No, XMMS is discontinued and has not received updates in several years. For a more current experience, consider Audacious or another actively developed player.