
DragNSounds API
A simple API to upload custom sounds or music to the server and let them play in realtime to any player at any position without the need for a resourcepack.
About this Mod
DragNSounds is a simple Minecraft library mod that makes it possible to provide custom sounds on the server side and allow every player to hear them anywhere without resource packs. The API uses Minecraft's native sound engine and allows you to upload your own sounds to the server, as well as manage the uploaded files and manipulate sounds during playback with new features.
Once added to your own project, the API can be used very easily through a few simple methods. The library can also be used as a standalone mod using the built-in commands, although the options are very limited then.
🧩 Dependencies
- Version
>= 0.2.2requires DragonLib to be installed! Older versions<= 0.2.1do NOT require DragonLib! Delete it from your mods folder. Please read this post to see which versions of my other mods are compatible with each other.
Other dependencies used by this project
- JAVE2 for audio management
📕 Documentation and other information
If you need help, please read the Documentation or visit our Discord server.
🤗 Contribute to this project
Feel free to help with development and translation by creating pull requests or issues on GitHub.
⚠️ Please note!
To protect your worlds, you should always create a backup before installing an update of this mod. Alpha versions in particular may contain critical bugs! I am not responsible for any damage caused to your worlds by this mod if you ignore this warning!
Available Versions
How to Install DragNSounds API on Your Server
Order Server
Order a Minecraft Java server with at least 3 GB RAM (4 GB recommended).
Set fabric Loader
In the panel under "Egg", select the fabric loader and matching Minecraft version (1.21.1).
Install Mod
Open the mod browser in the dashboard and search for "DragNSounds API". Click "Install" – done! Alternatively, upload the .jar via SFTP to the /mods folder.
Compatibility
Mod Loaders
Minecraft Versions
1.21.1, 1.20.4, 1.20.1 (+2 more)
Server-side
✓ RequiredRecommended RAM
4 GB(min. 3 GB)Frequently Asked Questions
DragNSounds API server crashes on startup – what to do?
Most common cause: wrong fabric version or insufficient RAM. Check the server log (latest.log) for "OutOfMemoryError" or "Mixin" errors. With Mado Hosting: ensure at least 3 GB RAM is allocated and the loader matches the mod version (1.21.1). You can switch loaders with one click in the panel.
Is DragNSounds API compatible with fabric and forge and neoforge?
DragNSounds API officially supports fabric, forge, neoforge for Minecraft 1.21.1, 1.20.4, 1.20.1. Note: Forge and Fabric mods are NOT cross-compatible – pick one loader and stick with it. The Mado dashboard automatically detects incompatible loader combinations.
Server lagging with DragNSounds API – how to optimize performance?
Recommended RAM: 4 GB (per 8 players). Use /spark profiler to check if DragNSounds API consumes the most tick time. Common fixes: reduce server view-distance to 8-10, install "performant" or "starlight" as supplementary mods on Forge. With Mado Hosting, your server runs on NVMe SSDs with dedicated CPU cores for minimal latency.
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