Sol
a fast, powerful music player for macOS, with Subsonic support
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What is Sol?
Sol is a macOS music player application for managing and playing locally-owned audio files, supporting 15+ audio formats including lossless and high-resolution codecs. It emphasizes audiophile playback quality with features like smart playlists, advanced metadata editing, and an algorithmic 'Sol DJ' radio feature that creates mixes based on tempo, key, and energy.
Sol pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
$19.99 one-time purchase with 7-day free trial
Sol pros
- Extensive audio format support (MP3, FLAC, DSD, WAV, AIFF, Opus, Musepack, and 9+ others)
- Audiophile-grade playback features: gapless playback, ReplayGain, sample rate matching, and 31-band graphic EQ
- Multiple library sources: local drives, external drives, network shares, and Navidrome/Subsonic servers
- Advanced metadata management with MusicBrainz lookup, Cover Art Archive integration, and tag editing across entire albums
Sol cons
- macOS-only application; no Windows, Linux, or mobile support
- Requires managing and maintaining a local music file library
- No integration with streaming services (Spotify, Apple Music, etc.)
Frequently asked questions about Sol
What audio formats does Sol support?
Sol plays MP3, AAC, ALAC, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, Opus, Ogg Vorbis, DSD, Monkey's Audio, Musepack, AC3, EAC3, MP1, MP2, CAF, AU, and W64.
What is Sol DJ?
Sol DJ creates an endless algorithmic radio mix from your library, tuning songs by tempo, key, and energy, with controls to favor loved tracks, boost discoveries, or avoid repeats.
Can Sol connect to music servers or streaming services?
Sol supports Navidrome and Subsonic music servers, podcasts, and internet radio, but not streaming services like Spotify or Apple Music.
Does Sol work on Windows or mobile devices?
No, Sol is macOS-only. It requires local audio files or access to a compatible music server.