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System Requirements

ComponentRequirement
OSWindows 10 (build 1903) or later
CPUx64 processor, 1 GHz or faster
RAM128 MB available
Disk50 MB for installation
AudioAt least one audio output device
ComponentRecommendation
OSWindows 11
CPUMulti-core x64 processor
RAM512 MB+ available (for large media libraries)
AudioWASAPI-compatible audio interface

MZAP works with three types of audio output devices:

  • Widest compatibility — works with any Windows audio device
  • Higher latency than WASAPI/ASIO
  • Suitable for background music and non-critical applications
  • Low-latency, exclusive or shared mode
  • Recommended for most installations
  • Built into Windows — no additional drivers needed
  • Lowest latency — designed for professional audio
  • Requires ASIO-compatible hardware or ASIO4ALL driver
  • Best for live audio and broadcast applications
  • Supports multi-channel input and output

MZAP can play the following audio file formats:

FormatExtensions
MP3.mp3
FLAC.flac
WAV.wav
OGG Vorbis.ogg
AAC / M4A.aac, .m4a
WMA.wma
Opus.opus
AIFF.aiff, .aif
APE.ape

Internet radio streams (MP3, AAC, OGG) are also supported via URL.

  • Local use: No network required — MZAP runs entirely offline
  • Internet radio: Requires internet access for stream URLs
  • License activation: Requires a one-time internet connection (offline activation is available)
  • MCP integration: Local network only (localhost by default)

MZAP listens on port 5000 by default for its REST API and web UI. If you need to access MZAP from other devices on your network, allow inbound TCP connections on this port.