Apple Music on Bluesound: Step-by-Step Guide

Option 1. Stream Apple Music to Bluesound via AirPlay (iPhone, iPad, Mac)

Bluesound makes it easy to play Apple Music using AirPlay from an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Full lossless playback is only available on a Mac using system-wide audio output, but AirPlay works smoothly on all supported devices.

Supported models include NODE 2i, POWERNODE 2i and EDGE, VAULT 2i, PULSE 2i, PULSE M, PULSE MINI 2i, PULSE FLEX 2i, and PULSE SOUNDBAR 2i and SOUNDBAR+. These speakers deliver great sound, support multi-room playback, and have easy-to-use apps. While some other multi-room systems offer touchscreens or built-in Apple Music apps, Bluesound lets you stream easily via AirPlay without extra apps or devices.

Pro Tip: You can use Siri on Mac, iPhone, or iPad to control playback. For example: "Hey Siri, play [song/playlist] on [BluOS Player name]."

From Mac (with optional lossless):

1. Click the Apple logo → System Preferences (or System Settings on macOS Ventura and later).
2. Go to Sound → Output.
3. Select your BluOS Player as the output device. This routes all system audio—not just Apple Music—to your Bluesound device.
4. Launch Apple Music and select any track or playlist.
5. Make sure your Mac and BluOS Player are on the same Wi-Fi network.
6. For AirPlay from the Apple Music app, click the AirPlay icon and choose your BluOS Player.
7. Play music from Apple Music. Using system-wide output, audio is sent as ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec) at 16-bit/44.1 kHz. If streaming via the Apple Music app, AirPlay will use 256 kbps AAC.

From iPhone or iPad:

1. Open Apple Music on your iPhone or iPad.
2. Choose any track or playlist and start playing.
3. Make sure your device and BluOS Player are on the same Wi-Fi network.
4. Tap the AirPlay icon (a triangle with circles) in the Now Playing screen.
5. Select your BluOS Player from the list of available devices.
6. Audio will stream wirelessly at 256 kbps AAC. Hi-Res Lossless audio is not supported via AirPlay on iPhone or iPad.

Option 2. Convert Apple Music to Local Files with USB and ViWizard

AirPlay 2 makes streaming Apple Music to Bluesound simple, but it requires a compatible device and a steady network. If you want lossless playback on your Bluesound speakers, try ViWizard Apple Music Converter. It lets you convert your favorite Apple Music tracks to FLAC files, add them to Bluesound via USB, and listen offline.

ViWizard first removes DRM and converts Apple Music tracks into regular audio files. It supports formats like MP3, WAV, AIFF, and FLAC. For lossless audio, make sure to set the correct format, bit rate, and sample rate. FLAC files can preserve up to 16-bit/44.1 kHz for the best audio quality. Even if you're new to music converters, ViWizard makes the whole process easy.

Key Features of ViWizard Apple Music Converter

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• Convert songs, albums, and playlists from Apple Music to MP3
• Remove DRM protection from Apple Music, iTunes, and Audible
• Save the converted audios with the original quality and ID3 tags
• Support the conversion of up to 100 audio formats to others

How to Convert Apple Music to FLAC and Add via USB:

1. Download and install ViWizard Apple Music Converter on your Windows or Mac computer.
2. Open ViWizard and sign in with your Apple Music account.



3. Select the songs, albums, or playlists you want to play on Bluesound → click the + button to add them to the conversion list.
4. Go to Settings → Preferences → Output Format → choose FLAC for lossless playback or MP3 for standard quality.



5. Adjust output options if needed → select a destination folder, rename files, or organize tracks into folders for easier access.
6. Click Convert to start converting your Apple Music tracks.



7. Once the conversion is complete → open the output folder to locate your converted files.



8. Copy the converted MP3 or FLAC files → paste them onto a USB flash drive.
9. Insert the USB flash drive into your Bluesound speaker or system.
10. Open the Bluesound app or interface → navigate to the USB drive option → select the converted Apple Music files to add them to your library.

Extra Tips: Limitations and Notes for Lossless Apple Music on Bluesound

Tip 1: Use a Mac for Lossless Audio

For true lossless playback, use system-wide audio output on a Mac. This delivers 16-bit/44.1 kHz CD-quality sound via ALAC. iPhones and iPads cannot stream lossless over AirPlay.

Tip 2: AirPlay Streams Are Compressed on Mobile Devices

When using AirPlay from an iPhone, iPad, or directly from the Apple Music app on a Mac, audio will be limited to 256 kbps AAC. It still sounds good, but it's not full lossless.

Tip 3: Check Your Network for Smooth Playback

AirPlay quality can be affected by Wi-Fi stability. Occasional dropouts or delays may occur if your connection is weak.

Tip 4: Consider USB Playback for Full Control

For consistent high-quality playback and offline access, convert Apple Music tracks to FLAC or MP3 using ViWizard and play them via USB. This avoids network issues and ensures your music always sounds its best.

Summary

To play Apple Music on Bluesound, you can use AirPlay 2 to connect your iOS device and Bluesound speaker. But if you don't have an iOS device or want to offline play Apple Music on Bluesound, you can use ViWizard Audio Converter to download and convert Apple Music to MP3. Then use a USB flash to transfer Apple Music to Bluesound for offline playback. With ViWizard, you can also transfer the Apple Music to any other device depending on your preference. Just click the following download button to start a free trial of ViWizard Audio Converter and you will be surprised.