VinylStreamCast

VinylStreamCast is a system designed to seamlessly blend the nostalgic charm of vinyl records with the convenience of modern streaming technology. Using a Raspberry Pi, this application enables the streaming of audio from a vinyl player connected via Bluetooth and facilitates control over Chromecast devices, including Google Nest speakers set in stereo mode.

Features

• Vinyl to Digital Streaming: Convert audio from vinyl records into a digital format using a Raspberry Pi.
• Chromecast Integration: Stream the converted audio to Chromecast-enabled devices for enhanced playback.
• Web Interface: Control streaming and view real-time playback information via a Flask-based web interface.
• Google Nest Stereo Support: Specifically supports streaming to a stereo pair of Google Nest speakers.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

• A Raspberry Pi with Bluetooth capability.
• A vinyl player with Bluetooth output.
• Chromecast or Google Nest speakers.
• Python 3 and relevant libraries.

Installation

1. Prepare Your Raspberry Pi: Ensure your Raspberry Pi is set up with the latest OS and connected to your network.

2. Install Dependencies:

   sudo apt-get update
   sudo apt-get install python3-pip
   pip3 install Flask pychromecast
   

3. Pair the turntable:

   sudo bluetoothctl
   power on
   pairable on
   scan on
   pair TABLE_MAC_ADDRESS
   connect TABLE_MAC_ADDRESS
   
   
   

4. Clone the Repository::

   git clone https://github.com/your-username/VinylStreamCast.git
   cd VinylStreamCast
   

5. Configure DarkIce::: Adjust /home/pi/turntable/darkice.cfg with your specific DarkIce configuration.

Contributing

Contributions to VinylStreamCast are welcome! If you've got ideas for improvements or found a bug, don't hesitate to open an issue or submit a pull request.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE.md file for details.

Acknowledgments

Inspired by https://maker.pro/raspberry-pi/projects/how-to-build-an-internet-radio-station-with-raspberry-pi-darkice-and-icecast and https://dupontgu.medium.com/how-to-stream-your-record-player-throughout-your-home-for-cheap-fb044368a240