A multimedia player capable of rendering nearly any audio file, create playlists and edit ID3 tags, all for you to enjoy your favorite music.
- 1by1
- License :Freeware
- OS :Windows All
- Publisher :Martin Pesch
1by1 is a lightweight, minimalist audio player for Windows (and Android), designed for playing audio files directly from folders, without the need for playlists. It’s perfect for users who want a fast, no-frills music player that remembers their last played file and resumes from where they left off.
🎵 Key Features of 1by1
- Plays files sequentially from folders — no need for playlists
- Extremely small footprint (~200–300 KB)
- Gapless playback
- Resume play on startup
- Built-in file browser
- Optional Winamp plugins support (including DSP and input plugins)
- Tag reading (ID3/APE/OGG)
- Customizable keyboard shortcuts and hotkeys
- Audio enhancements (via BASS library or Winamp plugins)
📥 How to Get 1by1
✅ 1. Download and Run
- Official site: http://mpesch3.de1.cc/1by1.html
- Choose the Windows version (ZIP file or EXE).
- Extract and run
1by1.exe— no installation required (portable app).
🖥️ Basic Interface
- Left panel: Folder browser
- Right panel: List of audio files in the selected folder
- Bottom bar: Playback controls (play/pause, next, volume, seek bar)
▶️ How to Use 1by1
✅ 2. Play Music from Folder
- Navigate to your music folder in the left panel
- Double-click a file to start playing
- 1by1 will automatically continue to the next track in the folder
✅ 3. Keyboard Shortcuts
| Action | Key |
|---|---|
| Play/Pause | Spacebar |
| Next Track | Right Arrow or N |
| Previous Track | Left Arrow or P |
| Volume Up/Down | + / - |
| Seek Forward/Back | Ctrl + Arrow Keys |
| Shuffle Mode | S |
⚙️ Settings and Customization
✅ 4. Open Settings
- Click the “Opt” (Options) button in the bottom right
- Or press
F6to open the configuration window
Key Settings:
- Resume Playback on launch
- Shuffle, Repeat modes
- Enable Gapless playback
- Use ID3/OGG/APE tags for file info
- Customize file filters (e.g., only show
.mp3) - Save configuration and position between sessions
🔌 Enhancing with Plugins (Optional)
✅ 5. Use BASS Audio Engine (Recommended)
- Download the BASS library from https://www.un4seen.com/bass.html
- Copy
bass.dllto the 1by1 folder for better audio format support and enhancements
✅ 6. Winamp Plugin Support
- Place Winamp input or DSP plugins (like equalizers, crossfaders) into the 1by1
Pluginsfolder - Enable in settings:
Options → Plugins
🧠 Useful Tips
- Portable: Run 1by1 from a USB stick — all settings are saved in the local folder
- Gapless & ReplayGain: Enable for smooth playback and consistent volume
- Audio Book Friendly: Resume from last point, supports large files, and has bookmarks
- No library scanning: Great for huge collections organized in folders
📱 1by1 for Android
- Also available from the Play Store
- Lightweight, folder-based playback
- Similar philosophy and interface