Qobuz is a premium music streaming service that offers high-resolution, lossless audio tracks, providing music lovers with a more refined listening experience. Roku TV is a smart television platform, which integrates music streaming services and traditional TV content into a single interface. With Roku, you can easily access music from Spotify, Pandora, Apple Music, TIDAL, iHeartRadio, SiriusXM, and YouTube Music.
If you're a Qobuz subscriber and own a Roku device, you might be wondering how to stream Qobuz on Roku since there's no official Qobuz app available in Roku's Channel Store. Fortunately, there are multiple ways to stream Qobuz on Roku, and in this guide, we'll explore five practical methods that can help you enjoy your favorite high-quality music through your Roku-connected TV or speakers.
Part 1. Can I Stream Qobuz on Roku?
Roku, being one of the most popular streaming platforms for TV, doesn't natively support Qobuz with a dedicated app. This lack of an official Qobuz app leaves many Roku users wondering if it's still possible to enjoy their Qobuz library on a Roku device. The good news is that while Qobuz isn't directly available through Roku, there are several methods available for streaming Qobuz music through your Roku device.
Qobuz has introduced the Qobuz Connect feature, which streams the music directly from the Qobuz servers to the compatible devices. However, this feature is currently limited to certain Hi-Fi audio speakers and sound systems. Unfortunately, Roku devices are not included on the supported list. This means you cannot use Qobuz Connect to stream music on your Roku.
In the next sections, we'll explore the best ways to stream Qobuz on Roku, such as screen mirroring, AirPlay, HDMI connection, Bluetooth, and even high-quality playback through USB drives.
Part 2. How to Stream Qobuz on Roku
If you have a compatible device, such as a smartphone, tablet, or computer, that supports AirPlay or casting, you can stream Qobuz on Roku by using one of these wireless technologies.
2.1 Stream Qobuz on Roku via AirPlay
AirPlay is a wireless streaming technology developed by Apple, and it allows you to stream audio, video, or screen content from an Apple device to a compatible receiver, such as Roku. With AirPlay, you can stream your Qobuz music directly to your Roku TV.
- Ensure your Roku device supports AirPlay. Most recent Roku devices (Roku 9.4 and above) support this feature.
- Press the Home button on your Roku remote, then go to Settings > Apple AirPlay and HomeKit and enable AirPlay.
- Make sure both your Roku and Apple device (iPhone, iPad, or Mac) are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
- On your iPhone or iPad, open the Qobuz app and select the music you wish to stream.
- Swipe down from the top-right corner to access the Control Center, and tap the AirPlay icon.
- From the list of available devices, select your Roku device to start streaming the audio.
- Once connected, your Qobuz music will stream to your Roku-connected TV or audio system. You can control playback directly from your device.
Using AirPlay to stream Qobuz is a quick and straightforward method for Apple users, ensuring high-quality sound is delivered directly to your Roku device.
2.2 Stream Qobuz on Roku via Casting
If you're using an Android device or a Windows PC, you can stream Qobuz to Roku using casting features such as Google Cast. Many Roku devices support Google Cast, making it a versatile way to stream music from various devices.
- Connect your devices to the same Wi-Fi. On your Roku device, go to Settings > Screen Mirroring > Screen Mode and set it to Prompt or Always Allow.
- Open the Settings app on your phone and scroll down to select Connection & sharing or Connected Devices (the option may vary based on your device and version).
- Tap on the Screencast option, then on the next page, click Search for display devices to locate your Roku device.
- When your Roku device's name appears, select it. You can now play music from the Qobuz app on your phone to listen on your Roku device.
Casting works for a wider range of devices compared to AirPlay and is an excellent option for Android users or those who prefer using a PC for streaming.
2.3 Stream Qobuz on Roku via an HDMI Cable
Connecting your computer to a Roku TV via HDMI cable is a reliable and high-quality solution for streaming Qobuz, as it avoids the compression issues common in wireless connections like AirPlay. In this setup, the Roku TV functions solely as an external display and audio output device for your computer.
- Plug one end of the HDMI cable into your computer and the other end into an HDMI port on your Roku TV.
- Turn on the TV, press the Input or Source button, and select the HDMI input you connected to.
- Your computer screen should now appear on the TV.
- Set your computer audio to play through the TV:
- On Windows: Right click the speaker icon in the system tray, choose Open Sound settings, go to Output, and select your TV.
- On macOS: Open the Apple menu, go to System Settings, click Sound, then Output, and select your TV.
- Open the Qobuz app on your computer and start playing music.
- The sound and track information will now play on your Roku TV.
2.4 Stream Qobuz on Roku via Bluetooth
Thinking the HDMI method is too complicated? Then using Bluetooth to stream Qobuz to your Roku might be an easier option. However, keep in mind that audio quality over Bluetooth can be lossy and compressed. If you would like to try this method, here is how to play Qobuz audio through your Roku device.
On your Roku TV:
- Press the Home button on the Roku remote.
- Go to Settings.
- Choose Remotes and devices.
- Select Bluetooth devices or Pair Bluetooth device.
- Select Add a new device.
- If your phone has been connected to the TV before, you can also select My Phone on the right.
- Just Make sure Bluetooth is turned on your phone.
On your phone or tablet:
- Open Bluetooth settings.
- Make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
- Wait for your phone to find available devices.
- Choose your Roku device from the list.
- Follow the steps on the screen to confirm pairing. When connected, your phone will show a success message.
- Open the Qobuz app on your phone.
- Play a song and the audio will come out from your Roku TV or the sound system connected to it.
Part 3. How to Play Qobuz on Roku via an USB Drive [Lossless]
Streaming Qobuz through wireless methods like AirPlay, screen mirroring, or Bluetooth often leads to some loss in sound quality. The audio you hear may not be fully original, and most of these methods require using your phone, tablet, or computer together with your Roku TV, which can be inconvenient.
The best way to enjoy Qobuz music in full quality on Roku is to download your tracks to a USB drive and play them using the Roku Media Player. If you have a Qobuz subscription, the official downloads are only cache files that cannot be transferred to other devices, including USB drives. At this point, you should use a professional third-party Qobuz music downloader to save your Qobuz tracks as actual audio files that can be transferred to a USB drive for lossless playback on your Roku TV.
Tool You'll Need—ViWizard Qobuz Music Downloader
ViWizard Qobuz Music Downloader fully preserves Qobuz's original sound quality, supporting Qobuz downloads in up to 24-bit/192kHz FLAC format. It also converts tracks to MP3, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, M4A, or M4B formats while preserving all metadata, including album art, artist information, and track details. This allows you to effortlessly organize your music and play it directly from a USB drive on your Roku TV.
Batch download Qobuz tracks, albums, and playlists to FLAC, MP3, WAV, AIFF, M4A, and M4B with lossless audio quality and full ID3 tags.
After downloading and installing the ViWizard Program on your computer, here's a detailed guide on how to download music from Qobuz using ViWizard:
Step 1 Adjust Output Settings
Launch ViWizard Qobuz Music Downloader on your computer. Click the menu in the top-right corner, select Preferences, and open the Conversion tab. Choose FLAC as the output format for optimal compatibility and sound quality with your Roku TV. You can also set the sample rate to up to 192 kHz and the bit depth to 24 bit. Finally, choose the save location for downloaded files and click OK.
Step 2 Open Qobuz in ViWizard
Click the Qobuz logo on the ViWizard main interface. The built-in Qobuz web player launches directly within the software. You can log in and browse your music library without opening the Qobuz desktop app or web player separately.
Step 3 Select Music to Download
Use the search bar to find desired songs, albums, or playlists. After opening the music page, click the plus button. ViWizard will fetch all tracks on the current page and display them in a pop-up window. You can select all or choose specific tracks to add to the download list.
Step 4 Start Downloading Qobuz Music
Click the Convert button to begin downloading. ViWizard will save Qobuz tracks in lossless FLAC format, compatible with Roku media players. Once downloads complete, click the folder icon to open the output folder and access your high-resolution Qobuz music.
Step 5Transfer the Downloaded Music via USB Drive to Roku Media Player
- Insert your USB drive into your computer. Locate the Qobuz music files you just downloaded, then drag and drop them into the USB folder.
- Move the USB drive and connect it to your Roku TV.
- Go to the Home section, then navigate to Store > Channels to find and install the Roku Media Player on your Roku TV.
- Open the Roku Media Player and select the USB option. You should see a list of audio files on Roku TV. Now you can click the start button to play them.
Conclusion
While there is no native Qobuz Roku app, there are several ways to stream Qobuz on your Roku device. Methods like AirPlay, casting, HDMI connection, Bluetooth, and using a USB drive make it possible to listen to Qobuz on Roku. To experience the original sound quality from Qobuz, the best choice is to download your tracks with ViWizard Qobuz Music Downloader as local files, ensuring lossless and seamless playback on your Roku TV.
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Matt Smith, a digital entertainment industry enthusiast at ViWizard, is dedicated to providing insightful commentary and solutions for music and media-related topics, including industry trends, analysis, and recommendations.
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