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# Bose SoundTouch API Client
A comprehensive Go library and CLI tool for controlling Bose SoundTouch devices via their Web API.
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> **Note**: This is an independent project based on the [official Bose SoundTouch Web API documentation](https://assets.bosecreative.com/m/496577402d128874/original/SoundTouch-Web-API.pdf). Not affiliated with or endorsed by Bose Corporation.
## Features
-**Complete API Coverage**: All available SoundTouch Web API endpoints implemented
- 🎵 **Media Control**: Play, pause, stop, volume, bass, balance, source selection
- 🏠 **Multiroom Support**: Create and manage zones across multiple speakers
-**Real-time Events**: WebSocket connection for live device state monitoring
- 🔍 **Device Discovery**: Automatic discovery via UPnP/SSDP and mDNS
- 🖥️ **CLI Tool**: Comprehensive command-line interface
- 🔒 **Production Ready**: Extensive testing with real SoundTouch hardware
- 🌐 **Cross-Platform**: Windows, macOS, Linux support
## Quick Start
### Installation
#### Install CLI Tool
```bash
go install github.com/gesellix/bose-soundtouch/cmd/soundtouch-cli@latest
```
#### Add Library to Your Project
```bash
go get github.com/gesellix/bose-soundtouch
```
### CLI Usage
#### Discover Devices
```bash
# Find SoundTouch devices on your network
soundtouch-cli discover devices
```
#### Control a Device
```bash
# Basic device information
soundtouch-cli --host 192.168.1.100 info get
# Media controls
soundtouch-cli --host 192.168.1.100 play start
soundtouch-cli --host 192.168.1.100 volume set --level 50
soundtouch-cli --host 192.168.1.100 source select --source SPOTIFY
# Real-time monitoring
soundtouch-cli --host 192.168.1.100 events subscribe
```
### Library Usage
#### Basic Control
```go
package main
import (
"fmt"
"log"
"github.com/gesellix/bose-soundtouch/pkg/client"
)
func main() {
// Connect to your SoundTouch device
c := client.NewClient(&client.Config{
Host: "192.168.1.100",
Port: 8090,
})
// Get device information
info, err := c.GetDeviceInfo()
if err != nil {
log.Fatal(err)
}
fmt.Printf("Device: %s\n", info.Name)
// Control playback
err = c.Play()
if err != nil {
log.Fatal(err)
}
// Set volume
err = c.SetVolume(50)
if err != nil {
log.Fatal(err)
}
}
```
#### Device Discovery
```go
package main
import (
"context"
"fmt"
"log"
"time"
"github.com/gesellix/bose-soundtouch/pkg/discovery"
)
func main() {
// Discover SoundTouch devices
service := discovery.NewService(5 * time.Second)
devices, err := service.DiscoverDevices(context.Background())
if err != nil {
log.Fatal(err)
}
for _, device := range devices {
fmt.Printf("Found: %s at %s:%d\n",
device.Name, device.Host, device.Port)
}
}
```
#### Real-time Events
```go
package main
import (
"context"
"fmt"
"log"
"github.com/gesellix/bose-soundtouch/pkg/client"
"github.com/gesellix/bose-soundtouch/pkg/models"
)
func main() {
c := client.NewClient(&client.Config{
Host: "192.168.1.100",
Port: 8090,
})
// Subscribe to device events
events, err := c.SubscribeToEvents(context.Background())
if err != nil {
log.Fatal(err)
}
for event := range events {
switch e := event.(type) {
case *models.NowPlayingUpdated:
fmt.Printf("Now playing: %s by %s\n", e.Track, e.Artist)
case *models.VolumeUpdated:
fmt.Printf("Volume changed to: %d\n", e.ActualVolume)
case *models.ConnectionStateUpdated:
fmt.Printf("Connection state: %s\n", e.State)
}
}
}
```
#### Multiroom Zones
```go
package main
import (
"log"
"github.com/gesellix/bose-soundtouch/pkg/client"
"github.com/gesellix/bose-soundtouch/pkg/models"
)
func main() {
master := client.NewClient(&client.Config{
Host: "192.168.1.100", // Master speaker
Port: 8090,
})
// Create a multiroom zone
zone := &models.Zone{
Master: "192.168.1.100",
Members: []models.ZoneMember{
{IPAddress: "192.168.1.101"}, // Living room
{IPAddress: "192.168.1.102"}, // Kitchen
},
}
err := master.SetZone(zone)
if err != nil {
log.Fatal(err)
}
fmt.Println("Multiroom zone created!")
}
```
## Supported Devices
This library supports all Bose SoundTouch-compatible devices, including:
- SoundTouch 10, 20, 30 series
- SoundTouch Portable
- Wave SoundTouch music system
- SoundTouch-enabled Bose speakers
**Tested Hardware**:
- ✅ SoundTouch 10
- ✅ SoundTouch 20
## API Coverage
| Feature | Status | Description |
|---------|--------|-------------|
| Device Info | ✅ Complete | Device details, name, capabilities |
| Media Control | ✅ Complete | Play/pause/stop, track navigation |
| Volume & Audio | ✅ Complete | Volume, bass, balance control |
| Source Selection | ✅ Complete | Spotify, Bluetooth, AUX, etc. |
| Preset Management | ✅ Complete | Read preset configurations |
| Real-time Events | ✅ Complete | WebSocket event streaming |
| Multiroom Zones | ✅ Complete | Zone creation and management |
| System Settings | ✅ Complete | Clock, display, network info |
| Advanced Audio | ✅ Complete | DSP controls, tone controls |
**API Limitations**: Preset creation is not supported by the SoundTouch API itself.
## Documentation
- 📖 [Contributing Guide](CONTRIBUTING.md) - How to contribute to the project
- 📚 [API Reference](docs/API-Endpoints-Overview.md) - Complete endpoint documentation
- 🔧 [CLI Reference](docs/CLI-REFERENCE.md) - Command-line tool guide
- 🎯 [Getting Started](docs/GETTING-STARTED.md) - Detailed setup and usage
- ⚙️ [Advanced Features](docs/SYSTEM-ENDPOINTS.md) - Advanced functionality
- 🏠 [Multiroom Setup](docs/zone-management.md) - Zone configuration guide
- ⚡ [WebSocket Events](docs/websocket-events.md) - Real-time event handling
- 🔍 [Device Discovery](docs/DISCOVERY.md) - Discovery configuration
- 🛠️ [Troubleshooting](docs/TROUBLESHOOTING.md) - Common issues and solutions
## Development
### Prerequisites
- Go 1.25.5 or later
- Optional: SoundTouch device for testing
### Building from Source
```bash
# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/gesellix/bose-soundtouch.git
cd Bose-SoundTouch
# Install dependencies
go mod download
# Build CLI tool
make build
# Run tests
make test
# Install CLI locally
go install ./cmd/soundtouch-cli
```
### Contributing
We welcome contributions! Please see our [Contributing Guide](CONTRIBUTING.md) for details on:
- Setting up your development environment
- Coding guidelines and best practices
- Testing with real devices
- Submitting pull requests
## Examples
Check out the [examples/](examples/) directory for more usage patterns:
- **Basic HTTP Client**: Simple device control
- **WebSocket Events**: Real-time monitoring
- **Device Discovery**: Finding devices on your network
- **Multiroom Management**: Zone operations
- **Advanced Audio**: DSP and tone controls
## License
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](LICENSE) file for details.
## Disclaimer
This is an independent project based on the official Bose SoundTouch Web API documentation provided by Bose Corporation. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or supported by Bose Corporation. Use at your own risk.
SoundTouch is a trademark of Bose Corporation.
## Support
- 🐛 **Bug Reports**: [Create an issue](https://github.com/gesellix/bose-soundtouch/issues/new)
- 💡 **Feature Requests**: [Start a discussion](https://github.com/gesellix/bose-soundtouch/discussions)
-**Questions**: Check [existing discussions](https://github.com/gesellix/bose-soundtouch/discussions)
- 📖 **Documentation**: Browse the [docs/](docs/) directory
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