Best 5 Ways to Play Apple Music on Yamaha

Part 1. Stream Apple Music to Yamaha Using MusicCast Controller + AirPlay 2

AirPlay 2 makes it easy if you're already using Apple devices. On MusicCast speakers, just tap the AirPlay icon on your iPhone and select the speaker. With AV receivers, the process is the same, and if your model supports multi-room, you can sync Apple Music across your system. The sound is clean and stable, perfect for everyday use.

For Yamaha MusicCast Speakers

Requirements:

Steps:

1. Install the MusicCast Controller app on your iPhone or iPad.
2. Connect your MusicCast speaker to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple device.
3. Open the MusicCast app and set up/register your speaker following the on-screen instructions.
4. Open the Apple Music app and start playing a song or playlist.
5. Swipe down to open Control Center on your iPhone.
6. Tap the music card in the top-right corner, then tap the AirPlay icon.
7. Select your MusicCast speaker from the list.
8. Apple Music will now stream directly to your speaker.

For Yamaha Receivers

Requirements:

Steps:

1. Install the MusicCast Controller app on your iPhone (Apple Store) or Android (Google Play Store).
2. Connect your receiver to the same Wi-Fi network as your Apple device.
3. Open the MusicCast app and register your receiver following the prompts.
4. Launch Apple Music and start playing a song.
5. Open Control Center, tap the music card, then tap the AirPlay icon.
6. Select your Yamaha receiver. Music should now play through the receiver.

Part 2. Play Apple Music on Yamaha with MusicCast Controller + ViWizard

This method gives you more freedom. By converting Apple Music to MP3 with ViWizard Apple Music Converter, you can load the files into the MusicCast Controller app and treat them like local tracks. You can build playlists, group rooms, and pick speakers without DRM limits. The setup takes a little more time, but the playback feels closer to owning the music outright.

Requirements:

Key Features of ViWizard Apple Music Converter

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• Convert Apple Music songs, albums, playlists, and artists into MP3 for easy access
• Preserve lossless audio, high-resolution lossless, and Dolby Atmos quality
• Strip DRM from Apple Music for unrestricted offline listening
• Save converted audio files while retaining full ID3 tag details

Steps:

1. Download and install ViWizard Apple Music Converter on your computer, then sign in with your Apple Music account.
2. Go to Settings and choose MP3 as your output format. Adjust bit rate, sample rate, or enable album art if needed.
3. Add your Apple Music songs, albums, or playlists to the conversion list and click Convert.
4. Locate the converted MP3 files in the output folder and transfer them to your phone.
5. Connect your Yamaha MusicCast device and your phone to the same Wi-Fi network.
6. Open the MusicCast Controller app, set up your device, and go to Music Sources.



7. Select "My Phone" or "Server", browse for your converted files, and start playback.

Part 3. Connect Apple Music to Yamaha via Bluetooth

Bluetooth is the fastest way to connect. Pair your iPhone or Android with the Yamaha speaker or receiver, then play Apple Music directly.

Tip: Bluetooth may have slight latency; AirPlay 2 is recommended for multi-room playback.

Requirements:

Steps:

1. Enable Bluetooth on both your phone and MusicCast device (speaker or receiver).
2. On your MusicCast device, press the Bluetooth button or select Bluetooth input in the MusicCast app.
3. On your phone, go to Bluetooth settings and select your Yamaha device.
4. Open Apple Music and start playing songs.
5. Audio will stream wirelessly to your MusicCast device.

Part 4. Play Apple Music on Yamaha Receivers via Audio Cable

For a direct connection, plug your device into the receiver's AUX or RCA input. Apple Music plays instantly, without Wi-Fi or Bluetooth drops. It's old-school but reliable.

Requirements:

Steps:

1. Connect your device to the receiver's auxiliary or audio input using a suitable cable (e.g., 3.5mm to RCA).
2. Set the receiver's input source to the connected port.
3. Open Apple Music and start playing your songs.
4. Audio will play directly through the Yamaha receiver.

Part 5. Stream Apple Music to Yamaha Receivers via Apple TV (HDMI)

With Apple TV connected to your receiver, Apple Music streams through HDMI. You can browse playlists, videos, and lyrics on the TV while the receiver handles the audio. It's a strong choice for home theaters where you want both visuals and powerful sound.

Requirements:

Steps:

1. Connect your Apple TV to the Yamaha receiver using an HDMI cable.
2. Turn on both devices and set the receiver to the correct HDMI input.
3. Open the Apple Music app on Apple TV and start playing a song or playlist.
4. Audio (and video, if applicable) will output through your Yamaha receiver.

Part 6. Tips and Tricks for Using Apple Music on Yamaha Devices

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We have collected 3 solutions to play Apple Music on Yamaha MusicCast. The universal way is to use AirPlay 2 to stream Apple Music on MusicCast. But it requires you must in a stable network. Of course you can also use Bluetooth to connect your phone and MusicCast device. The other way is to use ViWizard Apple Music Converter to convert Apple Music for playing on MusicCast devices. We strongly recommend you to try ViWizard, because your Apple Music playlists can be played on any device without hassle after the conversion.