4 Easy Ways to Play Apple Music on Sonos Speakers

Part 1. How to Play Apple Music on Sonos Directly

Since Apple Music is supported by Sonos, you can add it directly to the Sonos app for home listening. This lets Sonos connect to your Apple Music account and stream music through its own system, so you do not need to keep your iPhone, iPad, or computer connected. Unlike AirPlay, which sends audio from your Apple device to your speaker, the Sonos app works more like a remote control. Once connected, Sonos can access your library through the internet, making it a good choice if you use multiple Sonos speakers or want one place to manage your music services.

To set it up, you need an active Apple Music subscription and a Sonos system connected to the internet. Open the Sonos app, add Apple Music from the music services section, and sign in with your Apple ID. After setup, you can access your playlists, albums, artists, recommendations, and features like lossless audio and Dolby Atmos where available.

However, the Sonos app does not offer the full Apple Music experience, missing features like artist bios, release dates, genre filters, and lyrics. If you prefer the official Apple Music interface, AirPlay may be a better choice.

Step 1Add Apple Music to Sonos

01Open the Sonos app on your phone or tablet and make sure your Sonos system is connected to Wi-Fi.

02Tap Account from the Sonos app menu.

03Select Content Services.

04Tap Add Content Service and choose Apple Music from the list.

05Select Add to Sonos, then follow the on-screen instructions to sign in with your Apple ID.

06Allow Sonos to access your Apple Music account and finish the setup.

07Return to the Sonos app and confirm that Apple Music appears under your available content services.

Step 2Play Apple Music on Sonos

01Open the Sonos app and go to your connected music services.

02Select Apple Music from the list.

03Browse or search for a song, album, playlist, or station.

04Select the content you want to play and choose a Sonos room or speaker.

05Tap Play to start streaming Apple Music through Sonos.

06Use the Sonos app to adjust volume, pause playback, skip tracks, or manage playback.

Step 3Set Up Multiroom Audio for Apple Music

01Open the Sonos app while Apple Music is playing.

02Tap the Room Selector at the bottom of the Now Playing screen.

03Select the additional Sonos rooms or speakers you want to add.

04Tap Done to group the selected speakers.

05Adjust the group volume or control each room individually from the Sonos app.

06Tap the Room Selector again whenever you want to add, remove, or ungroup speakers.

Part 2. How to Play Apple Music on Sonos with AirPlay

If you use an iPhone, iPad, or Mac and prefer the Apple Music app, AirPlay lets you stream Apple Music directly to an AirPlay 2-compatible Sonos speaker. AirPlay is Apple's wireless streaming technology that sends audio from your Apple device to compatible speakers over Wi-Fi. Simply play a song in Apple Music, tap the AirPlay icon, and select your Sonos speaker.

Many newer Sonos models support AirPlay, while older speakers may need the Sonos app instead. AirPlay also lets you play podcasts, videos, and audio from other apps through Sonos. You can access Apple Music features like lyrics and artist bios, but Dolby Atmos is not supported through AirPlay on Sonos. To enjoy Dolby Atmos content, you need to play Apple Music directly through the Sonos app.

Option 1: Stream Apple Music from iPhone or iPad

01Open the Apple Music app on your iPhone or iPad.

02Play the song, album, or playlist you want to listen to.

03Open Control Center on your device.

04Tap the AirPlay icon in the Now Playing section.

05Select your Sonos speaker from the available devices.

06Return to Apple Music and continue playback through Sonos.

Option 2: Stream Apple Music from Mac

01Open the Apple Music app on your Mac.

02Start playing a song, album, or playlist.

03Click the AirPlay icon in the playback controls or menu bar.

04Select your Sonos speaker from the device list.

05Confirm that the audio output switches from your Mac to Sonos.

Part 3. How to Control Apple Music on Sonos with Voice Assistants

Voice assistants make it easier to control Apple Music on Sonos without opening an app. Sonos supports several options, including Sonos Voice Control, Siri through AirPlay-compatible Sonos speakers, Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant.

Sonos Voice Control is Sonos' built-in assistant designed for controlling Sonos speakers. With a compatible speaker, you can ask Sonos to play Apple Music, pause playback, adjust volume, or group speakers without using your phone. If you use Apple devices, Siri can also control Apple Music on compatible Sonos speakers through AirPlay. After adding your Sonos speakers to the Apple Home app, you can ask Siri to play Apple Music on a specific speaker or room. However, available voice features depend on your Sonos model and the assistant you use.

Option 1: Set Up Sonos Voice Control

01Open the Sonos app and make sure your Sonos system is updated.

02Go to Settings.

03Select Voice Assistants.

04Tap Add a Voice Assistant.

05Choose Sonos Voice Control and follow the setup instructions.

06Return to Settings > Voice Assistants.

07Select Sonos Voice Control and choose Default Service.

08Select Apple Music as your default music service.

09Say commands like "Hey Sonos, play Apple Music" or "Hey Sonos, play [song name]" to control playback.

Option 2: Use Siri with Sonos

01Open the Apple Home app on your iPhone or iPad.

02Tap the + button and select Add Accessory.

03Choose your AirPlay 2-compatible Sonos speaker.

04Assign the speaker to the same room name used in the Sonos app.

05Ask Siri to play Apple Music on a specific Sonos speaker or room.

06Use Siri commands to play, pause, skip tracks, or adjust volume.

Option 3: Use Alexa or Google Assistant with Sonos

01Open the Sonos app.

02Go to Settings > Voice Assistants.

03Select Add a Voice Assistant and choose Alexa or Google Assistant.

04Follow the setup instructions in the Sonos app and the related voice assistant app.

05Set Apple Music as the default music service in the Alexa or Google Assistant settings.

06Use voice commands to control Apple Music playback on Sonos.

Part 4. How to Play Local Apple Music Files on Sonos

If you have your own audio collection stored on a computer, external drive, or network storage device, you can add those files as a local music library on Sonos. However, Apple Music subscription downloads cannot be moved directly to Sonos because they are protected by Apple's content protection system.

What You'll Need: ViWizard Apple Music Converter

To use Apple Music tracks as local files, you need to convert them into unprotected audio files first. ViWizard Apple Music Converter can convert Apple Music songs into formats like MP3, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, M4A, and M4B. Unlike regular Apple Music downloads that require an active subscription and have device limits, converted files can be stored as personal music files and shared through Sonos from a NAS drive or a computer running macOS or Windows.

Once your local library is set up, Sonos can scan supported folders and make those files available through the Sonos app. This is useful for combining your Apple Music collection with your existing library, creating backups, or listening offline without an active Apple Music plan.

Key Features of ViWizard Apple Music Converter

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• Convert Apple Music songs, playlists, albums, and artists
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Step 1Prepare Your Local Music Files

Step 1: Download and Log In

First, download and install ViWizard Apple Music Converter on your Windows or Mac computer. Open the app and sign in to the built-in Apple Music Web Player with the Apple ID tied to your Apple Music subscription. This gives ViWizard access to your full music library for conversion.

Step 2: Set Output Format to MP3

In the settings, choose MP3 as your output format for the best compatibility with Sonos and most other devices. You can also customize audio quality options like bit rate and sample rate. If you want, enable saving song lyrics so they stay with your converted tracks.

Step 3: Pick Songs, Albums, or Playlists to Convert

Browse your Apple Music library inside ViWizard and select the songs, albums, or playlists you want. Add them to the conversion list by clicking the "+" button. When you're ready, start the conversion process—ViWizard handles multiple files quickly and efficiently.

Step 4: Locate and Manage Your Converted Music

Once conversion is complete, go to the History section to find your DRM-free MP3 files saved locally. These files keep key details like album art, track information, and synced lyrics if available, making it easy to organize your music.

Step 2Add Your Music Library to Sonos

01Open the Sonos app on your computer.

02Go to Manage > Music Library Settings.

03Click the "+" icon on Mac or the "Add" button on PC.

04Select the folder where you saved your converted Apple Music files.

05Follow the on-screen instructions to add the folder to your Sonos music library.

Step 3Play Local Apple Music Files on Sonos

01Open the Sonos app.

02Go to your music library.

03Browse your added folders, albums, or songs.

04Select a track and choose your Sonos speaker.

05Tap Play to listen to your local Apple Music files through Sonos.

Part 5. How to Fix Apple Music Login Problems on Sonos

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  Remove and re-add Apple Music in the Sonos app:

  Refresh the connection by removing and re-adding Apple Music. Go to Settings > Services & Voice in the Sonos app, select Apple Music, then tap Remove Account. Wait a few minutes, then choose Add a Service to add Apple Music again and sign in. This often resolves login errors.

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  Use a different device for login:

  If login fails on one device, try adding Apple Music using the Sonos app on another phone, tablet, or computer. This can sidestep device-specific issues.

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  Update the Sonos app and system firmware:

  Make sure your Sonos app and speaker firmware are up to date. Check for app updates in your device's app store. Then, in the Sonos app, go to Settings > System > System Updates to install any available firmware updates. Updated software prevents compatibility problems.

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  Verify Apple ID and two-factor authentication:

  Confirm your Apple ID login details at Apple Account Support. If you use two-factor authentication (2FA), ensure you enter the verification code correctly during sign-in. Problems with Apple ID or 2FA can block access.

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  Contact Sonos or Apple Support:

  If nothing works, contact Sonos or Apple Support. Provide details about your issue and the troubleshooting steps you've tried. They can offer personalized help or updates on known issues.

Part 6. Conclusion

The Sonos app is best for multi-room listening and features like Dolby Atmos Music, AirPlay works well if you prefer the Apple Music app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, voice assistants offer hands-free control, and local playback gives you more flexibility with your own music collection.

However, Apple Music subscription downloads cannot be added directly to Sonos because they are protected by Apple's content protection system. ViWizard Apple Music Converter helps convert Apple Music songs into DRM-free formats like MP3, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, M4A, and M4B, so you can add them to Sonos as local files without subscription limits.