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DiffRhythm Docker: The Ultimate Guide to Containerized AI Music Generation

DiffRhythm Docker - AI Music Generation in Containers

So, you've heard about DiffRhythm and its incredible ability to generate full songs with vocals in seconds. Now, you want to run it on your own machine, but you want to keep things clean, organized, and portable. Enter DiffRhythm Docker.

Why Run DiffRhythm in Docker?

Let's be real—setting up AI environments can be a nightmare. Dependency conflicts, CUDA version mismatches, and "it works on my machine" syndrome are all too common. Using Docker for DiffRhythm solves these headaches instantly.

  • Isolation: Keep your system clean. No more messing up your global Python environment.
  • Consistency: The environment is exactly the same, every single time.
  • Portability: Move your setup from your local PC to a cloud server with zero friction.
  • Easy Updates: Just pull the latest image and restart.

Getting Started with DiffRhythm Docker

Ready to dive in? Here is the straightforward way to get DiffRhythm up and running using Docker.

Prerequisites

Before we start, make sure you have these installed:

  • Docker Desktop (or Docker Engine on Linux)
  • NVIDIA Drivers (if you plan to use GPU acceleration)
  • NVIDIA Container Toolkit (essential for GPU support)

Step-by-Step Installation

# 1. Clone the repository

git clone https://github.com/ASLP-lab/DiffRhythm.git
cd DiffRhythm/docker

# 2. Configure your environment

Edit the `docker-compose.yml` file if you need to map specific folders for your outputs or models.

# 3. Launch the container

docker compose up -d

Once the container is running, you can access the environment directly.

docker exec -it DiffRhythm bash

Troubleshooting Common Issues

GPU Not Detected?

Ensure you have the NVIDIA Container Toolkit installed and that your `docker-compose.yml` includes the `deploy: resources: reservations: devices: - driver: nvidia` section.

Slow Generation?

Check if you are running on CPU mode by mistake. DiffRhythm is optimized for GPU; running on CPU will be significantly slower.

Conclusion

Running DiffRhythm in Docker is the smartest way to leverage this powerful AI music generation tool. It gives you stability, speed, and flexibility, allowing you to focus on what matters most: creating amazing music.

Whether you are a developer integrating it into an app or a musician experimenting with AI, the Docker approach ensures a smooth workflow.

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