Introducing MMM-Shairportsync-color: A New Module for Music Lovers! 🎵
Hello MagicMirror enthusiasts!
I’m excited to share a new module I initially created for myself but now want to put out there for the community. If you have any ideas or feedback, I’d love to hear them!
What is MMM-Shairportsync-color?
MMM-Shairportsync-color is a MagicMirror module inspired by MMM-OnSpotify. While I loved the concept of dynamically theming the mirror based on the music playing, I wanted to create a similar experience for non-Spotify users.
Visuals of MMM-Shairportsync-color in Action
Here’s a glimpse of how the module dynamically themes your MagicMirror based on the currently playing music:
Image 1
Image 2
Image 3
Here’s the backstory:
I grew tired of the ads on Spotify’s free version, so I decided to migrate my entire music library locally. I set up a Navidrome server to manage my music, and I use Shairport to stream and play it on my MagicMirror.
However, I really missed the visual theming and dynamic ambiance that MMM-OnSpotify provides. That’s when I decided to create this module: MMM-Shairportsync-color. It fills the gap for those of us who prefer to play our music locally and stream it via Shairport, while still enjoying the stunning visual theming based on the music we love.
How Does It Work?
MMM-Shairportsync-color works by extracting the color palette from the album art of the currently playing music and dynamically applying the colors to theme your MagicMirror. It brings your mirror to life by syncing its visuals with your music, making it an immersive experience!
Here are some of its features:
- Album Art Integration: The module analyzes the album art of the music you’re playing using Shairport.
- Dynamic Theming: Extracts a six-color palette from the album art and applies it to your MagicMirror theme.
- Seamless Integration: Built to complement MagicMirror setups for users with local music libraries.
- Inspiration: Takes its cues from MMM-OnSpotify but is designed for those who don’t rely on Spotify or streaming services.
Why I Built This
I built this module to give non-Spotify users the same dynamic theming experience that MMM-OnSpotify provides. Many of us love personalizing our MagicMirror setups, and I wanted to ensure that local music lovers had something special to enhance their setups as well.
Now, anyone using Shairport to stream music can enjoy a visually engaging experience on their MagicMirror, all while staying ad-free!
How to Get Started
You can find the project and all the setup instructions on GitHub:
MMM-Shairportsync-color GitHub Repository
Feel free to try it out and explore the possibilities. If you run into issues or have ideas to improve the module, please don’t hesitate to let me know.
Shoutout and Acknowledgments
Big thanks to the creator of MMM-OnSpotify for the inspiration behind this module. It’s always amazing to see how open-source projects can inspire others to build and share new ideas.
I hope you find MMM-Shairportsync-color useful and fun to use. If you’ve been playing music on your MagicMirror but wanted something more engaging, this module is for you!
Let me know your thoughts, suggestions, or any cool features you’d like to see added. Let’s make the MagicMirror community even more awesome!
Happy coding,
Dr. S