Foobar2000įoobar2000 has a remarkable underdog story. MusicBee even supports up to 5.1 surround sound if you have an array of speakers and want the best result possible. The latest sync support between mobile devices is handy, and the ability to change theme colors is an unexpected bonus. Plug-ins are available for added customization. It even packs some visual flair in the form of a five-band spectrum visualizer that matches up with the tracks you’re playing.

With its 10- to 15-band equalizer options, cross-fade function, and gapless playback options, audio tweaks are plentiful with MusicBee. You can also set up MusicBee to organize your favorite podcasts, audiobooks, and radio stations. The program’s Auto DJ feature lets you sync with Last.fm and will play similar artists or genres based on what you play. It can import your existing iTunes and Windows Media Player libraries and lets you tag each file as you see fit. MusicBee is our top choice and an excellent pick for those who have huge collections of tunes that need to be organized. These are our favorite free music players for Windows PCs. There are plenty of premium options to choose from, but also some fantastic free versions. If you’re not a fan of online music streaming or have an extensive offline music collection you want to enjoy instead, then you need a great music player.