Linrad is a free advanced SDR program with a steeper learning curve compared to most other SDR programs. Many users prefer to use Linrad as it can be set up to have a very high amount of information density on the screen and it also has an advantage with receiving signals with the E4000 tuner as it can be made it run in a special linearity mode which significantly improves the dynamic range.
Publisher’s description
What is Linrad?
Linrad by Leif Asbrink SM5BSZ is open-source Windows software in the music players category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (Inno Setup) installers for 32-bit Windows. The main installer is 1.5 MB. Installation asks for administrator rights. It needs Windows 10 or newer. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Updates and version history
The current version is 05.02, released on August 10, 2023. The version history goes back to March 30, 2021: 4 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 1.7 releases a year. The last update is more than a year old.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Small download (1.5 MB)
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- Installation needs administrator rights
- No update for more than a year
In short: Linrad is an open-source music player tool for 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Linrad safe to download?
- The file is served by sm5bsz.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
025D402D237D68085A4DF34645283A88C0260DBA579A2BAEE0F9E435AE3BDF97· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link answered when we last checked it (October 22, 2026)
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 4 versions ›4 versions over 2 years · about 1.7 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05.02Latest | August 10, 2023 | 1.5 MB | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 05.01 | August 7, 2021 | — | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 05.00 | June 20, 2021 | — | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
| 04.14a | March 30, 2021 | — | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id SM5BSZ.Linrad -esetup-linrad-05.02.exe /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Leif Asbrink SM5BSZ
- Category
- Music players
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10 (Windows 10+)
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 05.02
- Released
- August 10, 2023
- Added to the catalogue
- March 30, 2021
- Versions listed
- 4
- Updates / year
- 1.7
- Website
- sm5bsz.com
- winget ID
- SM5BSZ.Linrad
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Linrad free?
Yes. Linrad is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is Linrad safe to download?
The download comes from sm5bsz.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Linrad with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Linrad be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Which Windows versions does Linrad support?
The installer requires Windows 10 or newer and is available for 32-bit.
Does Linrad run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of Linrad?
The versions page lists all 4 versions with links to their official installer files, back to March 30, 2021.
What are alternatives to Linrad?
Spotify, iTunes, FLAC, Mixxx and Sonic Pi. The alternatives page compares them.
