Discord can be extended with extra tools to broaden its functionality. For example, a music bot lets everyone in a server listen to tracks without leaving Discord. This guide explains how to add a bot to a Discord channel and start enjoying its features right away.
What is a music bot for
The bot offers a range of practical abilities that can boost group interactions:
- Search for songs, audiobooks, and podcasts
- Stream music directly in channels
- Download audio tracks in high quality for offline listening
- Convert text into audio messages or original music compositions
Note that these capabilities can vary by bot and plan, so users should verify what each option offers before enabling it in a server. This is especially important for readers in Canada and the United States who may see different features or pricing across regions.
How to install a music bot on Discord
Follow a few straightforward steps to add a bot
- Visit the bot developer’s website to learn about options and pricing that suit your needs
- Click the invite button to add to Discord or invite to server
- In the new window, select the server where the bot should be installed
- Grant the required permissions and log in if needed
- Adjust the bot settings to fit preferences and confirm the changes
How does a music bot work
Each bot offers its own interface and command set. Users can learn about features from the official instructions. After installation, typing a command prefix and a command reveals the available options. For example, to play a particular song, one would enter the play command followed by the song title.
Music bots that support the Russian language
- Ear amplifier. Supports YouTube, Soundcloud, Twitch, Spotify and direct links
- VK Music Bot. Lets users play tracks from VKontakte
- Well done. Works with Soundcloud, Spotify and direct links
- Juniper berry. Allows adding tracks from Yandex.Music, SoundCloud, Bandcamp and Vimeo
- Void. Supports Yandex.Music, Spotify and SoundCloud
- Ayana. Plays music from SoundCloud and Spotify
- ProBot. Compatible with Bandcamp, SoundCloud and direct links
In this list, only Ear Tensifier is completely free. The other developers often restrict functionality without a paid subscription. Canadian and American users should check current terms, as availability and pricing shift with changes in regional offerings.
Note: The content and availability of features can change over time, so users should review current terms and options on each bot’s site before proceeding. For readers in these markets, it is wise to confirm language support and regional access for each option.
Source text indicates that some bots may require subscriptions to unlock full features. Readers should verify current pricing and offerings for each option available in their region.