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Neutron Music Player

Neutron Music Player

Released: 2013-12-06
© 2011 - 2026 Neutron Code Limited
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Version 2.28.2
4+
Download on the App Store
Version 2.28.2
4+
Download on the App Store
Released: 2013-12-06
© 2011 - 2026 Neutron Code Limited

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Description

Neutron Player is an advanced music player with an audiophile-grade platform-independent in-house developed 32/64-bit audio engine which does not rely on the OS music player API and thus delivers truly unique experience to you.
* It outputs hi-res audio directly to the internal DAC (including USB DAC) and offers a rich set of DSP effects.
* It is the only application capable of sending audio data to the network renderers (UPnP/DLNA, Chromecast) with all DSP effects applied, including the gapless playback.
* It features a unique PCM to DSD real-time oversampling mode (if supported by DAC), so you can play your favorite music in DSD resolution.
* It supports AI-assisted Queue generation with Google Gemini AI engine.
* It offers the sophisticated user interface with an advanced media library functionality that is appreciated by audiophiles and music lovers from all parts of our world!
FEATURES
* 32/64-bit hi-res audio processing (HD audio)
* OS and platform independent decoding and audio processing
* Hi-Res Audio support (up to 32-bit, 3072 kHz)
* Bit-perfect playback
* Supports all audio formats
* Native DSD (direct or DoP), DSD
* Multi-channel native DSD (4.0 - 5.1: ISO, DFF, DSF)
* Output all to DSD
* DSD to PCM decoding
* DSD formats: DFF, DSF, ISO SACD/DVD
* Module music formats: MOD, IM, XM, S3M
* Voice audio format: SPEEX
* Playlists: CUE, M3U, PLS, ASX, RAM, XSPF, WPL
* Lyrics (LRC files, metadata)
* Streaming audio (plays Internet radio streams, Icecast, Shoutcast)
* Supports large media libraries
* Supports iTunes library (non DRM) and local files (inside /Documents folder)
* Supports external storage via Apple Lightning USB port (iOS 13+)
* Network music sources:
- SMB/CIFS network device (NAS or PC, Samba shares)
- UPnP/DLNA media server
- SFTP (over SSH) server
- FTP server
- WebDAV server
* Output to Chromecast (up to 24-bit, 192 kHz, no limit for a format or DSP effects)
* Output to UPnP/DLNA Media Renderer (up to 24-bit, 768 kHz, no limit for a format or DSP effects)
* Direct output to USB DAC (via USB OTG adapter, up to 32-bit, 768 kHz)
* UPnP/DLNA Media Renderer server (gapless, DSP effects)
* UPnP/DLNA Media Server
* Device local music library management via internal FTP server
* DSP effects:
- Parametric Equalizer (4-70 band, per channel)
- Graphic EQ mode (21 presets)
- Frequency Response Correction (5000+ AutoEq presets for 2500+ headphones, user defined)
- Adaptive Loudness Compensation (ALC)
- Surround Sound (Ambiophonic RACE)
- Crossfeed
- Compressor / Limiter (compression of dynamic range)
- Time Delay (loudspeaker time alignment)
- Dithering
- Pitch, Tempo
- Phase Inversion (channel polarity change)
* Speaker overload protecting filters: Subsonic, Ultrasonic
* Normalization by Peak, RMS (Preamp gain calculation after DSP effects)
* Tempo/BPM analysis and categorization
* AI-assisted generation: Queue, EQ/FRC presets
* Replay Gain, BPM from metadata
* Gapless playback
* Hardware and Preamp volume controls
* Crossfade
* High quality real-time optional resampling
* Real-time Spectrum, Waveform, RMS analyzers
* Balance (L/R)
* Mono mode
* Profiles (multiple configurations)
* Playback modes: Shuffle, Loop, Single Track, Sequential, Queue, A-B Repeat
* Playlist management
* Bookmarks
* Media library grouping by: album, artist, composer, genre, year, rating, folder
* Artist grouping by 'Album Artist' category
* Tag editing: MP3, FLAC, OGG, APE, SPEEX, WAV, WV, M4A, MP4 (internal, SMB, SFTP)
* Folder mode
* Clock mode
* Timers: sleep, wake
* Interface languages: 中文 (繁体), 中文 (简体), 한국어, 日本語, Việt, ไทย, Deutsch, Italiano, Indonesian, Malay, Nederlands, Français, English, Español, ελληνικά, Русский, Português, Magyar, Serbian, Polski, العربية, Türk
SUPPORT
Please report bugs directly by e-mail or via forum.
Forum:
https://forum.neutroncode.com
About Neutron HiFi™:
https://neutronhifi.com
Follow us:
https://x.com/neutroncode
https://facebook.com/neutroncode

What's New in Version 2.28.2

Reverted behavior of Software Master Volume to pre 2.28.1 version.

Seller

Name

Neutron Code Limited

Information

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Version

2.28.2

Size

66.5 MB

Game Center

No

VPP Device Licensing

Yes

Rating

Rated: 4+

Compatibility

iOS 12.0 or later

Devices

iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone SE (3rd generation), iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone 16e, iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone Air, iPhone 17e, iPad (5th Generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (6th generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro, iPad Pro (Cellular), iPad Pro (9.7-inch), iPad Pro (9.7-inch) (Cellular), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (10.5-inch), iPad Pro (10.5-inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11-inch), iPad Pro (11-inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air, iPad Air (Cellular), iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 (Cellular), iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Air (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini Retina, iPad mini Retina (Cellular), iPad mini 3, iPad mini 3 (Cellular), iPad mini 4, iPad mini 4 (Cellular), iPad mini (5th Generation), iPad mini (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (7th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (4th Generation) (Wi-Fi), iPad Air (4th Generation) (Wi-Fi + Cellular), iPad (8th generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (8th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th Generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (9th Generation), iPad (9th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (6th Generation), iPad mini (6th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (5th generation), iPad Air (5th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (10th generation), iPad (10th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M2) Wi-Fi, iPad Air 13-inch (M2) Wi-Fi, iPad Air 13-inch (M2) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi, iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi, iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (A17 Pro) Wi-Fi, iPad mini (A17 Pro) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (A16) Wi-Fi, iPad (A16) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M3) Wi-Fi, iPad Air 11-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 13-inch (M3) Wi-Fi, iPad Air 13-inch (M3) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) Wi-Fi, iPad Pro 11-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M5) Wi-Fi, iPad Pro 13-inch (M5) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air11M4, iPad Air11M4Cellular, iPad Air13M4, iPad Air13M4Cellular, iPod touch (6th Generation), iPod touch (7th generation)

Languages

English

App Store: Customer Ratings

Ratings & Reviews

3.9 of 5 (37 Ratings)

App Store: Customer Reviews

2025-08-24

Wow🤩

Amazing. THE BEST PLAYER! SOUND AMAZING! So many options to customise too. I am unable to connect new iphone to iTunes to transfer my library from Mac and rcently canceled the Sptfy - I mean are we suppose to pay monthly to sptfy for the rest of our lives lol. Id rather download best music mp3 and transfer — thats where this player works for me perfectly. It now plays my fav music files from the Files folder on iphone. The quality of playback with this set up is well beyond the highest quality of Sptfy, just sounds different and I am not even using the highest CPU intensive option from the NEUTRON settings. Lots of options which I dont even need but will be perfect for others. Compressor plug does amazing enhancement without even tweaking. EQs are of sound engineering ability of a pro studio. TOP PLAYER⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Asmm188ski
Version 2.27.3
2025-08-14

Prepare to tweak…

Yowser!! There are so many settings to adjust! And I’d have to say that the user interface makes sense… …but only after you’ve got used to it.
If you like your software to gently guide you through the options, then this will confuse you to distraction!
But if you persist, persevere, persist some more, and *listen* as you make changes, you’ll get the benefit!
I love that I can connect this to my home network and stream music not on my phone, as well as have favourite track always available.
With a decent DAC + iFi Silencer (cleans up the inherent USB noise) the iPhone becomes a 1st class DAP for a fraction of the cost.
But you have to persevere with setting it up. Decent audio is complex and this app unashamedly presents that complexity to you.
If you want it simple, stick with iTunes or Amazon. But if you have a decent collection of hires files to play, this is the best option I’ve used.
ZaphodAndyRoo
Version 2.27.3
2023-11-21

I’ve been a long time fan of Neutron since…

.. having it on Blackberry. It was, for some reason, better/easier to use on BB. It makes me think it might be something to do with code language used, but I’m not an expert on this front.
I think the biggest thing people need to see with this app is: you get out of it what you put in to it.. so, take some time to play around, check out online for reviews, forums, how to’s etc. & train on it.
I can’t disagree, it could do with a little ‘modernisation’ touch-up. It can seem a little over bearing to a newcomer who is not used to the GUI, but this’s no reason to give it less stars.
It’s a very capable app, has a ‘lot’ of great functions and if used to its full extent, it’s very powerful. I don’t know the team who develop it & can’t remember I’ve ever emailed at all about the app.
All I’d ask them, as a very loyal customer whose support they have, is; please consider giving the app a GUI tidy-up, some new, fresh ‘videos’ on how to use it best, & a really good ‘user guide’ with illustrative help screenshots, detailed sections on how to get the very best out of all of the different capabilities it has.
If you do this, I feel you can take the app forward into its next phase and, gain a much bigger following/user base. There are hardly any apps out there with the functions Neutron has, you could become the ‘King of The Castle’ if you spend some time shoring up the app.
Anyway, great app, with great futuristic opportunities to be No.1!
 Customer_952
2023-09-27

Won’t play my flac files

NPlayer and many others find and play them fine. As do my windows players.
Lindos2112
Version 1.88.1
2022-11-30

Nice app. But has bugs.

The app is good ,and I like it a lot. It’s a 5 star app. But bugs keep getting added with updates, and others don’t get noticed and fixed. I’ve found 4 so far. Mostly GUI issues, but someone should be bug- testing the app, before the update is released.
Since my reviews for this app keep getting deleted for no obvious reason, I’m only going to describe 1 issue. A long review would be a waste of my life.
Some theme colours cannot be changed. Most obviously, the LED on the Gain slider and the centre-line for the EQ sliders. They are stuck on green, with no obvious setting to adjust that.
I’ve made a few themes now, and they look a bit stupid with the unchangeable colours.
I’ll update this review, if an update fixes the issue. Maybe I’ll also describe the other bugs, if my review doesn’t get deleted. Again!!!
Jobsagoodun
Version 1.95.2
2022-07-21

Garbage

It could not find any music. Waste of 7.99. Deleted.
geopzqw
Version 2.14.5
2021-10-18

Outdated UI and not user friendly

If you just want DSD DoP with your DAC, use FiiOMusic, it’s free and uses native GUI components.
This software probably used some cross platform GUI SDK to maintain its look and feel, but it’s awkward to use, not benefiting with any native controls, e.g., swipes.
The UI also looks dated. It doesn’t mean it has a retro look, because I can’t see proper designs, e.g., Winamp has a classic UI but it functions well, this one is not.
Some may say it’s powerful and for savvy users. Well, you should see Poweramp, that one is powerful and for savvy users.
Apart from the insufficient UI, some functions don’t work. The only reason why I bought this software is for the SMB connection, it doesn’t work.
Well, things I like about this software. It scans through the DLNA and builds a DB, it’s better than the other apps I have tried. The DSD playback was smooth, I didn’t have any issues.
Conclusion, the software works but I don’t the experience.
Elwyn Wen
Version 2.17.4
2021-07-06

Headphone presets in DSP EQ???

Where are the headphone presets in the DSP EQ?
You state there are 2500. I can’t find the list.
AudezeLCD-eq
Version 1.87.1
2021-03-26

Must have superb

Turns my iPad Pro into the perfect partner for Hi Res music, controlling the streaming of music from my iMac external hard drive or from music held on the iPad.
In both cases quickly allowing the music selections ,streaming perfectly to my KEF LS50W, but probably most wireless speakers.
Suggestions , a pair of visualiser needle graphics realistic 3D , softly lit in 70’s amplifier fashion, or a modern ones like the technics g700, on a aluminium plate graphic , silver or black, now that would be audiophile heaven.
XxRambo
Version 2.22.7
2020-09-01

Excellent!

I don’t normally do reviews for App Store, but Neutron is SO good, I think it deserves one. Mostly, I work with Windows, foobar2000 and some quite fancy hardware. Many of my audio files are high-rez flacs.
Recently, I set up a music server on USBs connected to a router. The normally excellent foobar (mobile) struggled with my NAS/FTP setup, so I looked for an alternative. Having gone through pretty much everything on the App Store, I finally installed a trial version of Neutron.
Fabulous! Everything is configurable, plenty of information about the audio itself, a huge number of options. The SOUND is excellent at every hardware level (Amazon Echo to Meridian) and volume setting. And, yes, the output is at a very decent level. I notice that it even causes my DAC to run cooler than normal!
Omissions? A manual or guide would have been nice. This apart, Neutron is that rare app which is actually [well] worth the purchase price!
Pee_H
Version 1.78.6
2020-01-19

Quite superb sound quality!

My first try with the app, and it is quite superb with sound quality. I reckon it sounds better than VOX Music.
Goeng
Version 2.03.1
2019-11-08

Complicated with a poor UI

I have used a number of players on the app store both free and paid and I haven’t found one I would call great, some are easy to use but they tend to have limited functions. This player is complex and it could be great but the UI is hard work and not very elegant or intuitive so it is hard to use. A User Guide would help but would not solve all the issues. If you’re very tech savvy you will find it easier but good designs guide you instinctively through the setting up process and do things logically, I don’t think this app does that ...!
aircub
Version 1.92.7
2019-04-07

No support

I have a couple of issues/questions. Registered on the forum weeks ago and still awaiting for my account to be activated.
djashjones
Version 1.95.0
2019-01-31

Activate my support forum email ffs

I’m stuck and since there’s no user manual, only a crap faq, I need some help but can’t logon on to ask for support.
As for the app, extremely complex which is why people may need support. Get that sorted and I’ll sort the star award.
Jota180
Version 1.84.1
2019-01-29

Must have for serious music fans!

This app is incredible. I love it so much. The range of options is breathtaking. The way it makes your music sound, even more so. Just by utilising only a few of the basic options your music will sound incredible if you play high res files. Take time to get to know the app and you will not regret it. I’ve tried many high res players and this one leaves them all for dust. It’s a professional app for serious music listeners. I can even stream music from my Mac to the app on my iPhone via Plex. Enough said. Just get it. Worth every penny I paid for it. Kudos to the developer also. Your hard work and expertise are much appreciated. Meshuggah have never sounded so good!
Onguard74
Version 2.22.4
2018-12-28

A must have App

I was considering buying a DAC to listen to my Hi-Resolution files via headphones until I found this app. After configuring the output to suit my personal taste the sound is phenomenal. You can store music files on your device or steam from your NAS or computer. A must have app for anyone seriously interested in listening to music as it was intended.
Tommyc56
Version 1.86.4
2018-06-07

The best EQ ever

One of the better player apps on the market with a very intuitive EQ mode which has the popular parametric setting amongst others. The crossfade function is the best I have tried, which keeps the levels even to avoid an obvious seague into tracks.
SuperZedd
Version 1.76.3
2017-07-02

Fantastic Music Player

While I love the layout of the iOS stock music player, I find the preset equalisers a bit limiting. Certain albums/genres didn't sound all that good. I thought I'd take a gamble and bought this player based on its equaliser capabilities.
The gamble paid off. I'm able to customise the sound of anything I'm listening to, making my music sound near as perfect to my ears.
I had trouble with one particular album which sounded like a poor quality recording when using just the iOS presets but now playing through Neutron Player, it sounds perfect. The album wasn't to blame. It is a well produced/recorded album but stock presets did it no favours.
I haven't gone through all the different settings and probably never will as they're above and beyond my needs, but they're there if I want to experiment.
My only criticism is the UI. It's not as neat as the iOS player and sometimes when I press for something to happen there's a bit of a lag, but this is minor and I mention only as constructive criticism for the developers.
So if you like customising your music to your liking, this could well be the player for you.
*iPhone 7 Plus, Sennheiser IE80 earphones, AudioQuest Dragonfly Red DAC.*
iWint65
Version 2.12.9
2017-05-09

Not a good update

This update just gives me a blank screen then closes - the update needs a bit of work
Chemical-Spill
Version 2.20.4
2017-01-04

Excellent player

2nd update - 4th January 2017
I still occasionally try other music players but always come back to Neutron. Still a quirky interface with a huge array of settings to play with but it's just so good at playing music of all types...
Updated 30th August - comments still stand - just making sure the new version gets my 5 stars!
Yes it's a quirky interface but I can't fault the sound quality and the amount of options at your disposal are second to none - even if they're not always well explained. Tuning the equaliser gives great results on all types of music. Highly recommended!
enkaytee
Version 2.17.1
2016-11-07

Another gimmick

I want a refund
Doorag1988
Version 2.07.7
2016-04-06

Fantastic Music Player With Tweaks Galore

This app is now my main iOS player of choice. Sound quality is good out the door but you start tweaking some settings and it is brilliant. Works fantastic with my Bluetooth headphones with special cross feed settings to optimise for headphones, and selecting best quality does use up a tad more battery life but the sound quality improvement outweighs that. Great app indeed. Worth the money.
Madacious
Version 1.79.2
2016-03-12

Just what I needed.

Neutron connects my DNS to a mood mind streamer, direct, the on to an audiophile hifi.
It worked out the box with little thinking involved.
The sound is perfect audit has all the buttons you need.
i tried all the rest, there was always something missing, this one had the lot.
Nice job Neutron
i...hear...voices
Version 2.21.4
2016-02-24

Best Music player for me

Some love the options (sometimes confusing interface, yes, but I can live with it)
Being able to stream equalized music to my DLNA rendered is a life saver for my Denon HiFiwhich does not have a lot of options to equalize music
Best thing is, even after applying so many 'effects', the quality of streaming does not decrease. Top marks!
Will definitely recommend to anyone who wants a lot more control over their music.
JohnNelson.J
Version 1.88.2
2016-02-10

Gra

The interface is bad (but which one isn't after they constantly tinker?) and the myriad of options you need a PHD for to traverse
But the saving grace for this app is the way the music can be squeezed like a fruit press from sound files that makes it for all its drawbacks, top of the tree
5 stars if the complexity is sorted out!
G.S,
Version 2.08.1
2015-12-11

Simply the best.

In the words of Tina turner. "Simply the best, better than all the rest". Having had a complex hearing loss for years , I've been searching for a player that would give me a quality sound at lower volume. Have tried several apps and none gave me the quality I was after. That is till I found neutron player. Coupled with a pair of AKG k451 headphones my music now on a another level. Ignore the one star comments on here, they are obviously from an earlier update as this player is now the best on the App Store, and certainly worth the money.
Stetson Steve
Version 1.85.1
2015-10-18

A massive upgrade from the built in player app

After being underwhelmed by the Apple IPhone music app and the low volume I tried various players on the store and had some improvement but there was always something unnatural about the sound. Then I tried the Neutron Music Player and was blown over by what my music now sounded like on the IPhone 6s. At last it resembled my old IPod. Mass of extra detail and a more natural sound. Love all the options to improve sound but also like that you don't have to do too much to get a very good sound. Also very reliable. No crashes and shows my artwork without any issues like other apps.
Gold Digger
Version 2.21.7
2015-08-15

Good

Not the cheapest, but it is the best I've used. Better sound than through iTunes music app. Easy to set up. Some of the functionality is fiddly but it's clearly been designed by someone who likes music. Has basic things like gapless playback and crossfade. The app I always go back to.
Harry Monson
Version 1.91.1
2014-12-24

Doesn't work at all

How do I get my money back?
Necketh
Version 2.07.4
2014-11-13

bugs bugs bugs

podcasts in MP3 only 32 bit. can't add files to normalisation (long press directory and no option) volume gots stucked at max and only reset helps. no access (streaming) for songs from cloud that are in normal ios audio player.
Amauna+or
Version 1.88.3
2014-10-12

Can't load music

I run this on my Blackberry Q10 and love it, but can't get albums to load on iPad since upgrading to 8.2.....
Zacharybinks
2014-01-07

Terrible interface

No presets , terrible interface waste of my money !!! Avoid
jus75
2014-01-06

Waste of Money

The layout is awful, the sound is very average... My advice you say?
"Get LouderLogic or Superloud"... They are my top 2, I've tried out about 8-10 apps so far, these are the best!!!
Spudder2410
2013-12-31

Broken

Please fix won't let me select options
Oscar97000