GLava is a real-time OpenGL audio spectrum visualizer for Linux desktops that renders directly onto your desktop background. Designed for users who enjoy live audio visualizations integrated with their environment, it supports shader-based effects and customization for creating stunning reactive visuals. GLava works with PulseAudio and ALSA and can be embedded seamlessly with tiling window managers or traditional desktop setups. Its configuration is flexible, allowing the community to design and share themes.

Features

  • Real-time OpenGL visualizations synced to audio input
  • Customizable shaders for unique visual effects
  • Direct desktop rendering for wallpaper-style visuals
  • PulseAudio and ALSA support for audio capture
  • Active community with shared configuration themes
  • Support for transparency and desktop compositing
  • Lightweight and low-resource footprint
  • Configurable layout and theme system
  • Multiple module types including spectrum, waveform, and more

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Multimedia

License

GNU General Public License version 3.0 (GPLv3)

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Operating Systems

Linux, Mac, Windows

Programming Language

C

Related Categories

C Multimedia Software

Registered

2025-03-21