Volumio is designed as a music player and library platform for dedicated audio systems, with support for local music files, USB storage, network sources, AirPlay, and DLNA/UPnP. However, Amazon Music is not currently listed among Volumio's native streaming services.
This can be confusing if you already have an Amazon Music subscription and want to use the service through a Volumio-based setup. The good news is that you do not necessarily have to give up either one. Depending on how you want to listen, you can use Amazon Music as an external playback source or prepare compatible local audio files for Volumio.
In this guide, we'll cover both approaches, explain their limitations, and show how to add Amazon Music content to your Volumio music library without relying on a native Amazon Music integration.
Part 1. Does Volumio Support Amazon Music?
No. Amazon Music is not currently available as a native streaming service in Volumio.
Volumio can work with several streaming services and external sources, but these are not all handled in the same way. Its current documentation lists supported sources such as TIDAL, Qobuz, HIGHRESAUDIO, web radio, AirPlay, DLNA/UPnP, USB storage, and network storage. Amazon Music does not appear in the current native source list.
This means you cannot simply open the Volumio interface, select an Amazon Music source, sign in with your Amazon account, and browse your Amazon Music library in the same way you can with supported integrated services.
What Happened to the Amazon Music HD Integration?
Volumio has been working toward an official Amazon Music HD integration for several years. In January 2023, Volumio announced that it had received authorization to use Amazon's SDK and could begin development. By July 2024, Volumio said that the login and browsing portions of the integration had been completed, while playback still depended on further information from Amazon.
The latest official update found from Volumio support stated in June 2025 that the process was currently on hold.
So, for now, it is better not to treat the planned Amazon Music HD integration as an available feature. If Volumio eventually releases it, the setup may change, but the current workflow still needs to rely on supported external sources or local files.
What Can You Do Instead to Make Amazon Music Work on Volumio?
There are two practical approaches to play Amazon Music on Volumio:
| Method | How it works | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| External playback | Amazon Music stays on a phone or another source and sends audio to Volumio through a supported playback protocol | Quick listening without creating a local library |
| Local files | Amazon Music content is prepared as compatible audio files and added to Volumio's local music library | Building a dedicated high-quality library for repeated playback |
The first method keeps Amazon Music in control of playback. The second moves the listening workflow toward Volumio's own music library. Let's explore both options in detail.
Part 2. How to Play Amazon Music on Volumio via External Playback
If you mainly want to listen to Amazon Music through your existing Volumio system without preparing a separate music library, external playback is the more direct approach.
Volumio supports external sources such as AirPlay and DLNA/UPnP. AirPlay allows compatible devices to send audio directly to Volumio, while DLNA/UPnP enables streaming from external sources with the Volumio device acting as the playback renderer.
Although Volumio supports protocols such as AirPlay and DLNA/UPnP, this does not guarantee that every Amazon Music app or device can connect to it directly. Availability depends on the device you use, the Amazon Music app version, your network setup, and the supported playback protocol.
Option 1. Play Amazon Music on Volumio via AirPlay
If your Amazon Music playback device can expose a compatible AirPlay target, you can use AirPlay as the bridge between the source device and Volumio.
Step 1. Connect your Volumio device and the Amazon Music playback device to the same network.
Step 2. Open Amazon Music on the source device.
Step 3. Start playing the desired song, album, or playlist.
Step 4. Open the device's audio output or AirPlay menu.
Step 5. Select the available Volumio/AirPlay destination.
Step 6. Let Volumio handle the incoming playback.
AirPlay is only a way to send audio from Amazon Music to Volumio. It does not integrate Amazon Music into Volumio, so your account, music library, playlists, and playback controls stay on the device running Amazon Music.
Option 2. Use DLNA/UPnP When Supported
DLNA/UPnP can be another option for sending audio to Volumio, but it only works when both the source device and the playback app support this protocol.
Step 1. Connect the Amazon Music playback device and Volumio to the same network.
Step 2. Open a DLNA/UPnP-compatible playback environment or app.
Step 3. Check whether your Volumio device appears as an available renderer.
Step 4. Select Volumio as the playback destination.
Step 5. Start playing music from the source device.
The key point is that DLNA/UPnP compatibility needs to exist on both sides. Volumio's support for DLNA does not by itself guarantee that the Amazon Music app on your particular phone, tablet, or computer will offer Volumio as a playback target.
For that reason, please treat this as a setup-dependent option rather than a universal Amazon Music-to-Volumio method. For a more consistent approach, check Part 3, which covers using local files with Volumio so your Amazon Music tracks can be managed through Volumio's own music library workflow.
Keeps the Amazon Music experience unchanged;
No need to prepare a separate music library;
Works with Volumio's supported external playback options
Playback depends on the source device;
No direct access to Amazon Music inside Volumio;
Audio quality depends on the entire playback path;
Limited control through the Volumio interface;
Less suitable for dedicated multi-room or always-on setups
Part 3. How to Play Amazon Music on Volumio as Local Files
The first method lets Amazon Music remain the playback source while Volumio acts as the audio destination. If you want to take a different approach and let Volumio manage your music directly, you can prepare compatible local audio files and add them to its Music Library.
Volumio supports music from USB storage and, depending on the hardware and setup, other local storage options. This allows your music collection to be indexed and managed by Volumio instead of relying on an active Amazon Music playback session.
This method is more suitable if you want a dedicated local library for repeated playback, but it requires one extra step: preparing Amazon Music content as ordinary audio files that Volumio can recognize.
Prepare Amazon Music Files for Volumio
Volumio supports a wide range of common audio formats, including FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, and MP3. This allows you to choose a format based on factors such as source quality, available storage space, and your playback requirements.
However, Amazon Music offline downloads are not provided as ordinary audio files that are compatible with Volumio. The download feature in the Amazon Music app is designed for offline playback within the service and does not provide transferable files. As a result, you cannot simply copy these downloaded tracks to a USB drive and import them into Volumio.
If you want to create a separate local music library using music from Amazon Music, you first need to prepare the tracks as compatible local audio files.
One option is to use a dedicated music conversion tool such as AudFree Amazon Music Converter to convert supported Amazon Music tracks into common formats like MP3 or FLAC.
The goal is not simply to change a file extension. Instead, the tool helps create standalone audio files that can be stored locally and indexed by Volumio. It also allows you to adjust output settings, such as format, bitrate, and other parameters, according to your playback needs. Plus, it keeps all the original ID3 tags intact for your Amazon Music playlists - including track titles, artists, and album art.
Once the files are ready, organize them into folders by artist, album, or another structure that fits your library. Proper folder organization and accurate metadata can make your collection easier to browse after Volumio completes the scanning process.
Keep in mind the quality of your original source files and the capabilities of your playback equipment. Upsampling - such as increasing the sample rate or bit depth beyond the original recording - will not generate additional audio detail, so selecting the highest possible settings (e.g., Ultra HD 24-bit/192kHz) isn't always necessary.
AudFree Amazon Music Converter
- Download Amazon Music HD/Ultra HD as local files
- Set different output parameters for Amazon Music tracks
- Convert Amazon Music to MP3, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, M4B, and M4A
- Keep Amazon Music lossless audio for offline playback
How to Download Amazon Music HD/Ultra HD for Volumio
- Step 1. Add Amazon Music Track to AudFree Amazon Music Converter
- Open AudFree Amazon Music Converter and log in to your Amazon Music account. Find the songs, albums, or playlists you want to use with Volumio, then click the '+' button to add them to the conversion queue.
- Step 2. Reset Amazon Music Output Settings as Volumio-enabled Formats
- Go to 'Preferences' > 'Conversion' to customize the output settings. Select a format supported by Volumio, such as MP3, FLAC, WAV, or AIFF, and adjust parameters such as bitrate, sample rate, and output folder according to your needs.
- Step 3. Download Amazon Music for Volumio
- Click the 'Convert' button in the bottom-right corner to start processing. The converted tracks will be saved as local audio files in your selected output folder, ready to be transferred to a USB drive and added to your Volumio music library.
See also: How to Export Amazon Music Playlists
How to Transfer the Amazon Music Files to a USB Drive for Volumio
Using a USB drive is one of the easiest ways to add your local music collection to Volumio. After preparing your music files, you can store them on a compatible USB flash drive or external HDD/SSD and let Volumio scan and organize them into your music library.
Step 1. Transfer your prepared audio files to a compatible USB flash drive or external HDD/SSD. For a better browsing experience, organize your files into folders by artist, album, or another structure that works for your library.
Step 2. Plug the USB drive into an available USB port on your Volumio player and wait for the device to recognize the storage.
Step 3. Open Volumio and go to 'Settings > Sources'. Select Scan Music and wait for Volumio to complete the indexing process.
Step 4. Once scanning is finished, open Music Library to find and play the imported tracks. After the scan is complete, Volumio adds the available files from the USB storage to your local music library, allowing you to manage and play them directly from the Volumio interface.
USB is not the only way to store music for Volumio. Depending on the specific hardware and setup, Volumio may also support other local storage options, such as available SD-card space or hardware-specific storage. However, storage capabilities vary between Volumio devices, so don't assume every installation provides the same internal storage capacity or workflow.
Volumio manages the Amazon music library directly;
Offer a more flexible file management;
Works independently from streaming apps;
More control over supported audio formats, up to lossless
Requires additional preparation time;
Changes to your Amazon Music library are not automatically synchronized on Volumio;
Requires sufficient storage space, especially for high-quality, large music collections
Want to add more streaming services to your Volumio setup beyond Amazon Music, such as Spotify, TIDAL, and others? AudFree Streaming Audio Recorder provides another way to prepare streaming music as local files for Volumio playback. With support for ID3 tag preservation, high-quality audio output, and multiple streaming platforms, it can help you create a more flexible local music library that works with Volumio.
Part 4. Volumio + Amazon Music: Which Method Should You Choose?
The right method depends mainly on how you want to use Amazon Music with Volumio.
If you only want to play Amazon Music occasionally through your Volumio system, external playback can be more convenient because you can keep using the Amazon Music app without building another music library.
If you want a more independent Volumio setup, local Amazon Music files make more sense. Once the files are added to a USB drive or supported local storage, Volumio can scan and organize them in its Music Library.
| Feature | External Playback | Local Files |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Music app required | ✅ | ❌ |
| Native Volumio Amazon Music integration | ❌ | ❌ |
| Requires local file preparation | ❌ | ✅ |
| Works with Volumio Music Library | ❌ | ✅ |
| Convenient for occasional listening | ✅ | Less convenient |
| Suitable for a dedicated local music collection | Less suitable | ✅ |
| Depends on network/source-device compatibility | ✅ | Less dependent on streaming |
| Requires USB or local storage | ❌ | ✅ |
| Active Amazon Music subscription required | ✅ | ❌ |
| Initial setup required | Minimal | More involved |
Part 5. FAQ About Volumio & Amazon Music
Is there an Amazon Music plugin for Volumio?
No. Amazon Music is not currently available as a native streaming service or integrated plugin in Volumio. You can instead use supported external playback methods or add compatible local audio files to the Volumio Music Library.
Can I play Amazon Music HD on Volumio?
Not directly through a native Amazon Music HD integration. The planned integration is currently on hold, so you need to use an external playback method or prepare compatible local files from Amazon Music for Volumio via tools like AudFree Amazon Music Converter.
Can I use Amazon Music with Volumio with a NAS?
Yes, but not as a direct Amazon Music integration. Volumio supports network storage, so a NAS can be used to store compatible local music files that Volumio can index and play.
In Conclusion
Using Amazon Music with Volumio currently requires a workaround because Amazon Music is not available as a native Volumio streaming service. For occasional listening, external playback through supported protocols such as AirPlay or DLNA/UPnP can be the simpler option, while compatibility depends on the source device and playback setup.
If you want Volumio to manage your Amazon Music collection directly, preparing compatible local audio files is the more self-contained approach. These files can be stored on USB or other supported local/network storage and then indexed in the Volumio Music Library, giving you more control over how the collection is managed and played.
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