FFmpeg Playlist Loops with Crossfade: Smooth 24/7 Music Streaming

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Use FFmpeg to loop a playlist with basic transitions and crossfades for 24/7 YouTube streams on a VPS

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FFmpeg Playlist Loops with Crossfade: Smooth 24/7 Music Streaming

ffmpeg playlist loop crossfade guide

If you want a clean 24/7 music stream without running OBS, FFmpeg can loop a playlist and simulate transitions.

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Table of Contents

  1. Build a simple playlist
  2. Basic crossfade concept
  3. Bitrate and audio quality
  4. Stream stability tips
  5. Hosting on a VPS

1. Build a simple playlist

Use a text file list of your audio/video assets.

2. Basic crossfade concept

Use FFmpeg filters to fade audio between tracks.

3. Bitrate and audio quality

Pick an audio bitrate you can hold reliably.

4. Stream stability tips

Use a process supervisor to auto-restart.

5. Hosting on a VPS

Run it on a Streaming VPS for stable upload.

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FFmpeg Playlist Loops with Crossfade: Smooth 24/7 Music Streaming