Q: Can I put Apple Music on my MP3 player? As a die-hard Apple Music fan, I can access and stream ad-free songs on my Android phones, iOS devices, such as iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch and computers running Mac or Windows OS with ease. But I also would like to listen to Apple Music songs on my MP3 player that can't support Apple Music when doing exercises outside. Is there any solution to put Apple Music on MP3 player?
If you have tried to sync Apple Music to your portable MP3 player for playback, you might meet some obstacles. Why? That's because Apple Music songs are protected and can't be read by most MP3 players. So, how to fix it? Please read this article to know more about the reasons and get the way to transfer and play Apple Music on MP3 player.
Part 1. Can You Put Apple Music on MP3 Player
No. Apple Music is one of the hottest music streaming services in the world's biggest streaming site. With Apple Music subscription, $10.99 per month or $16.99 every month for family of up to six users, Apple Music subscribers can listen to music from the whole Apple Music library offline on a wide variety of Apple authorized devices. Besides, you can install Apple Music app and play Apple Music on compatible MP3 players.
However, you can't import downloaded Apple Music files to some wanted MP3 players or devices. Why? There is a key point you can't miss. If you have downloaded songs or playlists from Apple Music, you will see that they are encoded in special M4P format, which can't be recognized by MP3 player. In this case, you will start to look for a free audio converter to convert Apple Music M4P to MP3 for MP3 player. But it's also important note that Apple Music streams are encrypted by FairPlay DRM technology, which limits users to play Apple Music tracks on portable devices. Yet, common audio converter doesn't work on Apple Music protected M4P files. Don't worry. In the following part, we show you a professional tool to convert and listen to Apple Music on any MP3 player.
Part 2. How to Play Apple Music on MP3 Player [For Compatible MP3 Player]
Now, some modern and advanced MP3 players support to install and access the Apple Music app. So, you can browse and enjoy Apple Music on these devices directly. Now, let's check those MP3 player compatible with Apple Music and learn how to play Apple Music on them.
MP3 Player that Works with Apple Music
Now, you can check which MP3 player is compatible with Apple Music below.
| Device | Key Features | Cons |
| iPod Touch (7th Generation) | iOS support; up to 256GB storage; WiFi supported; Apple Music Lossless supported | Not support USB DAC mode |
| Sony Walkman (NW-A & NW-ZX Series) | Android OS, Hi-Res Audio; support USB DAC mode | / |
| FiiO M Series (M6, M11, etc.) | Android OS, high-quality DACs | Often no Google Play Store |
| Android-based Players | Any player running with Android system | / |
How to Play Apple Music on Compatible MP3 Player
Now, let's learn how to use MP3 player with Apple Music to stream music online and offline.
Note: Before starting, please make sure your MP3 player is connected to the WiFi network.
Step 1. Power on your Apple Music compatible MP3 player.
Step 2. Open the Apple Music app and log in to your account on your MP3 player.
Step 3. Now, you can browse, choose and play Apple Music on MP3 player online. Also, you can download Apple Music songs for offline playback on your MP3 player.
MP3 Player that Can't Support Apple Music
While there are still some MP3 players that can't work with Apple Music app. You could check them below.
| Device | Reasons |
| iPod Classic/Nano/Shuffle | No WiFi-support; no Apple Music app |
| SanDisk Clip Jam/Clip Sport | Only support common music files like MP3, FLAC, etc. |
| Most Sony Walkman (Non-Android) | Do no support streaming apps |
| Generic/Budget MP3 Players | For simple audio file playback only; no integration with streaming apps |
So, what if you own an MP3 player that does not support Apple Music app, how to fix it? Please don't worry. In the next part, we will show you the best way to listen to Apple Music on MP3 player, including compatible MP3 players and incompatible MP3 players. Let's start.
Part 3. How to Play Apple Music on Any MP3 Player
To play Apple Music on any MP3 player, you need to convert Apple Music DRM M4P to MP3. In our test, to do that, you need a powerful and professional third-party DRM audio converter, such as AudFree Apple Music to MP3 Converter. It is specially designed to convert Apple Music to MP3, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, M4A and M4B while removing DRM protection from Apple Music with 100% lossless quality preserved. Running at 17X faster speed, it also enables users to edit ID3 tags, like title, artist and customize output quality by changing bit rate, sample rate, etc. in accordance to the personal requirement.
AudFree Apple to MP3 Converter
- Remove DRM from Apple Music playlists, tracks, etc.
- Convert Apple Music to AIFF, MP3, WAV, FLAC, etc.
- Support keeping ID3 tags and customizing output music quality
- Work well with Windows and Mac computers
How to Convert Apple Music to MP3 Player-supported Audio Files
The following tutorial will show you how to remove Apple Music DRM lock losslessly and convert Apple Music to MP3 or other common audio files with AudFree Apple Music Converter. After that, you can export converted Apple Music to MP3 player for playback.
- Step 1Import Apple Music files to AudFree
- When you open AudFree Apple Music Converter, the built-in Apple Music web player will be launched on the main screen quickly. Next, you need to log in to your Apple Music account to access the music library. To upload Apple Music audio files to AudFree, please browse and choose favorite Apple Music from the library. Then tap the big red + icon at the right side on the screen. Next, in the pop-up window, click the Add to list button and your Apple Music files will be loaded for converting.
- Step 2Adjust Apple Music output format as MP3 for MP3 player
- Please touch the 'menu' icon at the top-right corner of the starting window and click Preferences. Then it will pop up a new setting window, in which there are selectable audio formats. Please simply touch the MP3 format. Under the Conversion section, you can personalize other audio parameters, like sample rate, bit rate, and audio channel.
- Step 3Remove DRM and convert Apple Music for MP3 player
- Please hit on 'OK' to confirm the settings you define and go to the Converting window. Now, you can start the conversion process by clicking the 'Convert' button. AudFree Apple Music Converter will convert Apple Music M4P music to common audio files and save them on destination folder on your computer. Once converted, you can go to the Converted window and tap the 'Edit Tag' icon at each music track to customize ID3 tags.
How to Transfer Apple Music to MP3 Player
Now, it is time to learn how to sync Apple Music to generic MP3 player like SanDisk MP3 player, etc. and Apple Music compatible MP3 player for offline playback anywhere and anytime without limits.
Connect your MP3 player to your computer via a USB cable, find and open the MP3 player folder. Next, locate the file folder including converted Apple Music audio MP3 files on your computer, and then you can drag and drop Apple Music MP3 files to MP3 player folder. After syncing, you can start to listen to Apple Music on MP3 player without limitation and even without an Apple Music subscription.
View also:
How to Play Apple Music on iPod
How to Play Apple Music on Sony Walkman
How to Play Apple Music on FiiO
How to Play Apple Music on SanDisk MP3 Player
Note: AudFree offers the free trial version for customers to test its features and performance. But it comes with time limitation of each audio files. Good news is that with the help of AudFree Apple Music Converter, you can play Apple Music files on not only MP3 players but also on any other Apple unauthorized devices.
View also: How to Play Apple Music on Multiple Devices
Part 4. FAQs about Apple Music on MP3 Player
Q1: Can I Download Apple Music to MP3 Player Online?
A: Yes. If you don't want to install an extra program on your device, you can use APLMate online Apple Music downloader or else to download and convert Apple Music for MP3 player.
View also: How to Download Apple Music Online
Q2: Why Can't I Copy Apple Music Files to My MP3 Player?
A: It is because Apple Music songs are protected by DRM and saved in a special M4P format that most MP3 players can't read. So, you can't just copy Apple Music files to MP3 player for playback. To make it, you need tools like AudFree Apple Music Converter to help you.
Q3: Do I Need a Computer to Transfer Apple Music to MP3 Player?
A: Yes. To move Apple Music to MP3 player, first, you need tools like AudFree Apple Music Downloader on your computer to convert Apple Music to MP3 player compatible files. Then you can connect your MP3 player to your computer via a USB cable to transfer the converted files.
Q4: What Audio Format for Apple Music Should I Choose for My MP3 Player?
A: You can convert Apple Music to MP3 320kbps for the best compatibility. Or, choose FLAC lossless quality if you are an audiophile with a high-end player. Also, you can choose WAV lossless format, but the files are larger than FLAC and lack some metadata.
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Part 5. In Conclusion
Here are the methods for you to play Apple Music on MP3 player, including Apple Music compatible MP3 player and generic MP3 player. If you have an MP3 player that works with Apple Music, you can directly install or open the Apple Music app to stream music online and offline. If you have an Apple Music incompatible MP3 player, you can seek help from AudFree Apple Music Converter to convert Apple Music for MP3 player. Later, you can transfer music from Apple Music to MP3 player for offline playback anytime without limitations.
James Blair
Staff Editor
