AudioHarvester – Lightweight YouTube Audio Downloader for Linux

[wildcardcharacter]

Hello everyone,

Id like to introduce a small project I’m working on.

AudioHarvester is a lightweight Linux desktop application written in Python and PyQt6 for downloading audio from YouTube using yt-dlp and ffmpeg.

Current features include:

• MP3, Opus and M4A support
• Audio quality selection
• Embedded cover artwork
• Metadata support
• Playlist downloads
• Download entire playlists or a single track
• Download history
• Custom output directory
• XFCE menu integration
• Installable DEB package

The project is open source and currently available as version 0.9.

Please note: The graphical user interface is currently available in German only. English language support is planned for a future release.

GitHub:
https://github.com/wildcardcharacter/AudioHarvester

I created AudioHarvester as a simple and lightweight desktop tool for Linux users who prefer a graphical interface instead of command-line tools.

Feedback, suggestions and bug reports are welcome.

Thanks for taking a look

 

[Brickwizard]

I have approved this post, BUT be aware we do not approve of self-promotion, you may answer questions from members, but this is your one and only promotionasl post.

 

[wildcardcharacter]

No problem, it’s not a sales pitch; feel free to delete the post. And my account along with it.

 

[wizardfromoz]

I have undeleted this Thread, however the OP's account has been cancelled - if he wishes to re-apply he can contact us with the Contact us link at bottom of page.

Members with questions of the OP can contact him via his GitHub presence.

Chris Turner
wizardfromoz

 

[Condobloke]

The latest release is at this link :

Release AudioHarvester v0.9.5 – Packaging and Stability Update · wildcardcharacter/AudioHarvester

AudioHarvester v0.9.5 This release focuses on packaging improvements, project structure, and overall stability. What's New Debian Package Support Added installable DEB package Added desktop menu i...

github.com

Quite a lengthy list of Whats new:
Debian Package Support

Build Improvements

Project Improvements

yt-dlp Improvements

Install Instructions

 

[wizardfromoz]

Brian, maybe you can tells us a little on how it shapes up currently with being in German only, eg is it usable?

TIA

 

[Brickwizard]

Im on holiday at the moment, just run quick check the first link [sudo apt install ./audioharvester_0.9.5_all.deb] didn't work
the deb download link further down the page gave me report below, no time to mess with settings

 

[Condobloke]

[sudo apt install ./audioharvester_0.9.5_all.deb] didn't work

ditto

condobloke@brian-desktop:~$ sudo apt install ./audioharvester_0.9.5_all.deb
[sudo] password for condobloke:
Reading package lists... Done
E: Unsupported file ./audioharvester_0.9.5_all.deb given on commandline
condobloke@brian-desktop

I downloaded/saved the below...it installed the first time but would not open....tried again...it is all over the paddock. Give it the flick.