blucli

Name: blucli
Availability: InStock
Author: joeyjoziah

Control Bluesound and NAD players via command-line JSON automation.

Updated Aug 13, 2025

Search Tags:#cli #playback #bluos #device-discovery #audio-control #multi-room

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/JoeyJoziah/investment-analysis-platform --skill blucli-joeyjoziah

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

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Skill: blucli
Source: https://github.com/JoeyJoziah/investment-analysis-platform/tree/main/.claude/skills/blucli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JoeyJoziah/investment-analysis-platform --skill blucli-joeyjoziah

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of managing Bluesound and NAD audio players by giving you a fast, scriptable way to discover devices, control playback, and adjust volume from the command line.

Core Features & Use Cases

Device Discovery and Targeting: Find available players and select the exact device, alias, or configured default you want to control.
Playback and Volume Control: Start, pause, stop, and change volume with precise CLI commands for everyday listening or automated routines.
Grouping and Radio Search: Manage multi-room playback groups and search or play TuneIn stations for whole-home audio setups.

Quick Start

Ask the skill to list your BluOS devices and then control playback or volume on the correct target.

Frequently Asked Questions about blucli

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I control BluOS playback from the command line?▼

You can control BluOS playback from the command line using the blu CLI to send precise commands for starting, pausing, stopping, and adjusting volume on targeted Bluesound or NAD players.

Can I manage multi-room audio groups with a CLI tool?▼

Yes, you can manage multi-room audio groups with a CLI tool by executing commands that group and ungroup Bluesound players, enabling synchronized whole-home audio setups directly from the terminal.

Does this approach support searching and playing TuneIn radio stations?▼

Yes, this approach supports TuneIn radio stations by allowing you to search for and play specific stations directly through CLI commands without needing to open the graphical app.

What do I need to automate Bluesound player control via scripts?▼

To automate Bluesound player control via scripts, you need the blu CLI installed, explicit target selection for your devices, and JSON output support to ensure reliable and parseable scripted automation.

How do I discover available Bluesound devices on my network?▼

You can discover available Bluesound devices on your network by requesting device discovery through the CLI, which lists available players so you can select the exact device, alias, or configured default for control.