KaraDolphin

What KaraDolphin is

KaraDolphin is free karaoke software for Windows that plays songs with synchronized lyrics, manages playlists and singers, and offers animations and fullscreen mode. It supports MP3, WAV, FLAC, WMA, and OGG audio, along with LRC, ASS, and UltraStar TXT lyric files. Users can search for lyrics through lrclib.net; after lyrics are calibrated for a song, KaraDolphin saves the timing offset for later playback. Playlists can be imported in M3U, M3U8, XSPF, and PLS formats, reordered, or arranged by dragging songs. A karaoke setup containing music, lyrics, and singers can be saved and imported in .kado format. Each song can have up to four singers, with a waiting screen between singers or songs. Customization includes lyric colors, interface options, and quick settings. KaraDolphin is currently in beta version 0.8, and its download section says the download is coming soon. The site says it runs on Windows x64; it may work on Linux through Wine. Automatic vocal removal is described as a possible future addition, not a current feature.

Who it suits

KaraDolphin may suit Windows x64 users organizing karaoke sessions with playlists and multiple singers. It is relevant to people who use supported lyric files or want to search for lyrics online.

Limits

KaraDolphin is free and ad-free. Its download section says “coming soon,” and the current software runs only on Windows x64; automatic vocal removal is not described as a current feature.

Getting started

1. Open the KaraDolphin website.
2. Check the download section for availability.
3. Use a Windows x64 system to run the software.
4. Import a supported playlist or add songs, then add supported lyric files or search lrclib.net.
5. Calibrate lyrics to a song so KaraDolphin can save the timing offset.

Verdict

KaraDolphin offers playlist handling, lyric synchronization, and singer management for karaoke on Windows. Its beta status and not-yet-available download are important considerations for anyone looking to use it now.