Stream Android audio to any Linux device over WiFi
About this app
AirheadWaves is a versatile Android application for real-time audio streaming from your device to a server on your local network. It captures internal audio playback, encodes it, and transmits it over TCP, making it perfect for creating a whole-house audio system or streaming to a Raspberry Pi.
Features: • Real-time audio streaming with low latency • Advanced audio controls: volume, bass, and treble adjustments • Multi-profile system for managing multiple server configurations • Flexible audio settings: bitrate (96-320 kbps), sample rate (22050-48000 Hz), mono/stereo • Audio-reactive visualization that pulses with music • Modern Material Design 3 UI with light/dark/system themes • Robust state management across backgrounding and configuration changes
Technical Details: • Captures internal device audio using MediaProjection API • Encodes to AAC format with ADTS headers • Streams over standard TCP sockets • Software-based DSP effects using custom Biquad filters • Built with Jetpack Compose and modern Android architecture
Use Cases: • Whole-house audio systems with multiple receivers • Upgrade legacy speakers with wireless streaming • Multi-room audio control with quick profile switching • Low-latency streaming for podcasts and music • DIY audio projects with full pipeline control
Requirements: • Android 10 (API 29) or higher • Network connectivity to receiving server • Server setup guide included in repository
The app is completely free, open source, and contains no ads or tracking. Perfect for privacy-conscious users and DIY enthusiasts who want full control over their audio streaming setup.
Licensed under MIT, by Stephen Brady.
What's New in v2.0
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
Version history
Nov 12, 2025 · 40.6 MB · Android API 29–36 · code 3
Imported from the F-Droid repository index.
SHA-256 d2a5e7b5e5bc187621506521345079bc09266fbf06ece839c9816b633c8234aa
Will it run on your device?
74%
- Targets newer Android builds, so legacy devices may be excluded.
- Multiple CPU architectures are covered.
- Aligned with the latest Android target SDK expectations.
Installation Guide
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Go to Security → Unknown sources (or Install unknown apps)
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Open the downloaded APK file from your Downloads folder
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Launch the app from your home screen
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