How to Setup Music Assistant in Home Assistant (2025 Guide)

Complete guide to Music Assistant in Home Assistant, including what Music Assistant is, why you might want to use, how to set it up, play music, and include in your home automations.

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📘 CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction
00:55 What is it
01:57 Why use it
03:20 How to setup
04:58 Zooz (Sponsor)
06:26 Online music providers
07:41 Local music providers
09:41 Player providers
10:36 Music playback
11:54 Home automations
13:09 Final thoughts
13:51 Outtakes

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