How to Use Apple Music & iTunes on rekordbox

"My dream is to use my Apple Music download song to create my USB keys with rekordbox. A HUGE time saving... Any possible way to do this? So, a way to extract audio file from apple music download lib, and I think it's not so easy..." – Highdom from audiosex.pro

Many DJ lovers have the same question as Highdom does. For those who have already tried to load Apple Music to rekordbox, they know this doesn't work but still wondering is there any solution to this. Since Apple Music are protected file which can't be add to other app directly, you need to convert Apple Music to a plain format for the transfer. Today we will walk you through the best solution for adding Apple Music to rekordbox and offer a detailed tutorial for you.

Part 1. How Can You Add Apple Music to rekordbox?

To use Apple Music with Pioneer DJ rekordbox, there're some precaustions before getting started. You'll need to find out how to start with rekordbox support.

1.1 rekordbox: Music Services Compatibilities

While Pionner DJ rekordbox has integrations with music services (ex: Tidal), some popular options like Apple Music are not to come. Importing Apple Music into rekordbox comes with certain limitations due to Digital Rights Management (DRM) on Apple Music tracks. And users have to purchase the AAC version of desired tracks from iTunes Store, then the tracks are supported to import into rekordbox. But most DJs will choose to use a conversion tool to convert and download the tracks directly for compatibility.

	Audio files support:
rekordbox import:	MP3, WAV, AAC (unprotected), FLAC, ALAC, AIFF
Audio about Apple Music:	DRM-protected
iTunes purchases:	AAC (unprotected)
ViWizard output:	MP3, M4A, WAV, M4B, AAC, FLAC

1.2 Apple Music to rekordbox: What You'll Need

As a subscription-based music service, Apple Music protect its music tracks with the DRM, which limits the use to its platform. In this case, converting and downloading Apple Music tracks to a compatible file format with rekordbox should make senses.

With a professional conversion tool called ViWizard Audio Converter, both Windows and Mac users can convert and download Apple Music tracks to a compatible format with rekordbox including MP3, MAV, or AAC. You're ensured with the direct access to the desired Apple Music tracks as files to import to the rekordbox program. What's more, it's convenient to create a personal collection in the iTunes app with these converted msuic tracks. Next time it should be easier to use Apple Music with rekordbox or other DJ software.

Best Apple Music to rekordbox converter and downloader - ViWizard Audio Converter

Added with the DRM-removal function, ViWizard Audio Converter is the best Apple Music downloader that works with Apple Music, iTunes Music, files, podcasts, audiobooks and even Audible audiobooks for offline use. The best part is that the lossless audio and full ID3 tags (ex: artwork, artist name, album name) will be kept with each downloaded music files, and can be recognized by rekordbox easily.

Download the correct version of ViWizard Audio Converter and follow the guide to convert and download whatever you like from Apple Music.

Step 1Add Apple Music to ViWizard Audio Converter

First, download and install ViWizard Audio Converter from the above downloading buttons. There are two "Add" buttons, one to load iTunes library, one for local audios. To convert Apple music, you should use the Music Note icon on the top of the window to open your iTunes library. Besides, please make sure that the Apple music you wish to convert can stream well in iTunes before you import them to ViWizard.

Step 2Customize Audio Output Format

Open the Format panel at the bottom left to select an output format. You can also adjust the parameters, like sample rate, bite rate, and volume, for your files in this pop-up window. For the mixing, we suggest you choose WAV or FLAC as output. When you are all set, please click on OK to save the settings.

Step 3Convert Apple Music Songs to Common Format

Simply press Convert at the right bottom and wait for a few seconds. When the converting process is done, the converted files can be found by clicking the Converted button.

Part 2. How to Import Apple Music Directly to rekordbox

Once the conversion is complete, follow these steps to import the music files to the rekordbox program. To use the iTunes option in rekordbox, consider adding the converted music files to the iTunes app and replacing the original versions with them.

2.1 Use the File button to import Apple Music to rekordbox

Step 1. Launch the rekordbox software.

Step 2. Select File > Import Track/Folder.

Step 3. Now find and locate the music tracks in the File Explorer or Finder and select files or folders to import to rekordbox.

Step 4. Click Open. When importing a folder, rekordbox will import all the compatible files the folder contains.

Step 5. Go to Collection and check for the imported music tracks. You'll also see the Artwork, Artist name, Album name that kept with the converted music tracks.

Step 6. Right-click the Preview > Analyze the Track to finish the import.

2.2 Use drag/drop to import Apple Music to rekorbox

Step 1. Launch the rekordbox software.

Step 2. Now open the File Explorer or Finder from the desktop and head to the converted Apple Music tracks.

Step 3. Back to rekordbox and head to the desired position where the Apple Music tracks will be added to, such as Collections or Playlists. To create a new playlist in rekordbox, right-click on the Playlist > Create New Playlist.

Step 4. Now drag/drop the music files or folders to Collections or a playlist.

Step 5. Go to Collection or the playlist to check the imported music tracks.

Part 3. How to Import Apple Music through iTunes to rekordbox

Importing Apple Music to rekordbox through iTunes allow to access the files that're compatible to rekordbox. For starters, ensure to upload the converted Apple Music tracks to the iTunes software.

3.1 Add the converted Apple Music tracks to iTunes

Step 1. Launch the iTunes software.

Step 2. Select File > Add File/Folder to Library.

Step 3. Find and locate the music tracks in the File Explorer or Finder and select them to open. iTunes will download and add all the selected music files to the program.

Step 4. To create a new playlist in iTunes, right-click on the Playlists section and add the music tracks to that playlist to use with rekordbox.

Step 5. Now select Edit > Preferences > Advanced, and select the Share iTunes Library XML with other applications, then OK to save this change.

3.2 Use the iTunes option to import Apple Music to rekordbox

Step 1. Launch the rekordbox software.

Step 2. Now head to the iTunes option.

Step 3. Select Playlists, and select a playlist. Right-click on the playlist > Import playlist.

Step 4. Alternatively, select All Tracks, and select the tracks you want. Right-click on them > Import to collection.

Part 4. How to Import Apple Music to rekordbox [Android/iPhone]

In addition to using rekordbox DJ on the computer devices, rekordbox offer an mobile option for users to DJ with its app. To import Apple Music to rekordbox on mobile, please connect either the iOS or Android device to the computer and transfer the converted Apple Music tracks.

4.1 Use the Import button to import Apple Music to rekordbox

Step 1. Open the rekordbox on Android or iOS.

Step 2. Tap the arrow icon on the upper left corner of the screen.

Step 3. Select Import songs > All songs.

Step 4. Select the desired Apple Music files and add them to rekordbox.

Step 5. Go to Collection on rekordbox and check for the added music tracks.

Step 6. Add the tracks to Demo Track 1 or 2 to use.

Wrap Up

Now you may have learned how to use Apple Music with rekordbox. Because Apple Music is an encrypted format, you may not able to import Apple Music to rekordbox directly. To summarize, for those who want to use Apple Music on rekordbox or other DJ software, converting Apple Music with ViWizard Audio Converter is a one-for-all solution. After the conversion, you are free to play Apple Music on any player or device just like common audios. Just click the download button to have a free trial of ViWizard now.