blucli

Control Bluesound/NAD players via the blu command-line binary.

Updated Feb 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Sugamdeol/moltbot-with-pollinations.ai --skill blucli-sugamdeol
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Skill: blucli
Source: https://github.com/Sugamdeol/moltbot-with-pollinations.ai/tree/main/skills/blucli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Sugamdeol/moltbot-with-pollinations.ai --skill blucli-sugamdeol

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Discover and control Bluesound/NAD players from a single, lightweight CLI, simplifying playback management and multi-room setups.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Device discovery: list available Bluesound/NAD players on the network.
  • Playback control: play, pause, stop, and resume on a chosen device.
  • Grouping and volume: manage multi-room playback and adjust volume across devices.
  • Status queries: fetch current playback state and track information for scripts and automations.

Quick Start

Discover devices with blu devices and start playback on a chosen device using blu --device <id> play.

Frequently Asked Questions about blucli

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I control Bluesound playback from the command line?

You can control Bluesound playback from the command line using a CLI tool that discovers network devices and sends play, pause, and stop commands. It uses the blu binary to manage device states directly from your terminal.

Can I manage multi-room grouping and volume for NAD players in a CLI?

Yes, you can manage multi-room grouping and volume for NAD players in a CLI. The tool supports grouping multiple zones and applying volume control across your connected home audio devices.

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

To discover available Bluesound devices on your local network, use the device discovery command. This lists all recognized Bluesound and NAD players ready for playback management and status queries.

What is the best way to script home audio playback status queries?

The best way to script home audio playback status queries is using a lightweight CLI that fetches current playback state and track information. This allows quick automation of device status checks across multiple zones.

Does this CLI tool support applying playback commands to a specific device?

Yes, the CLI supports applying playback commands to a specific device. You can use optional device filtering with an identifier to target individual players for play, pause, or stop actions.

Are there limitations when using a CLI for home audio device management?

Limitations when using a CLI for home audio device management include relying on the blu binary for execution and requiring compatible Bluesound or NAD hardware. The tool includes error handling but depends on active network discovery.