Apple's first pocket-sized music player was the iPod Classic. The iPod was introduced in 2001 by Steve Jobs with the catchphrase of "1000 songs in your pocket." It is incredible that the latest portable devices, even smaller than the iPod Classic, can house up to 40,000 songs.
Try 70 million songs in your pocket. For the millennials, streaming media is the force that has changed music consumption, with Spotify as one of its leaders.
Can you play Spotify on iPod? Spotify can be installed on the 5th Gen iPod Touch models and later. What about Spotify on iPod Classic? Well, that's another story, or technically, an operating system.
The iPod Classic has its own OS, and you can't install the Spotify app on it. However, there is another way to enjoy your favorite music from Spotify on iPod Classic. You will find out in this article. Start from the next part.
Contents Guide Part 1. Can I Play Spotify On iPod?Part 2. How to Download Spotify Songs to iPod Classic?Part 3. How to Transfer Spotify Songs to iPod Classic?Part 4. FAQs about Spotify on Different iPod ModelsPart 5. Conclusion
Spotify does not officially provide an app for certain iPod models, like the iPod Classic. The app is primarily designed for use on supported smartphones, tablets, computers, and select smart speakers. It does not support some older iPod models, such as the iPod Shuffle, Nano, or Classic.
Except for the device limitation, there are also some restrictions for playing Spotify on iPods. You cannot directly download Spotify music onto your iPod due to Spotify's DRM (Digital Rights Management) protection, even if you have a Premium subscription.
Nevertheless, there is a way to enjoy Spotify music on your iPod by downloading and syncing Spotify songs. To achieve this, you'll need a tool like DumpMedia Spotify Music Converter. This software allows you to convert and download the Spotify music you desire, enabling you to sync and play your favorite Spotify tracks offline on your iPod.
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The iPod Classic supports the standard MP3 music format. But as we have mentioned in the previous section, Spotify music files are in Ogg Vorbis format and protected by Digital Rights Management. What's more, only premium Spotify members can download songs for offline listening. You can't transfer the tracks directly to an iPod Classic or any media device.
To get your favorite songs from Spotify on iPod Classic, you first need to download the songs and convert them to MP3. Then sync the songs as you usually do when adding music to your iPod. Sound easy enough? Certainly, if you have DumpMedia Spotify Music Converter
.
This converter conveniently downloads and converts any song, album, or playlist from Spotify to MP3 or other standard music formats. It automatically removes Spotify's encrypted DRM protection, allowing you to transfer your favorite tracks to iPod instantly.
No need to worry about your Spotify subscription. DumpMedia Spotify Music Converter functions equally for free and premium accounts. You only need access to Spotify. And if you need to fill songs in 160Gb of iPod Classic memory, no time is wasted with DumpMedia's 5x operation speed. All these and keep ID3 tags on the songs and their quality.
To fill Music from Spotify on iPod Classic, get DRM-free converted tracks on your computer:
Step 1. Download and install DumpMedia Spotify Music Converter for free on your Mac or Windows PC.
Step 2. Launch the converter app and click on the "Open the Spotify Web Player" button. You will be prompted to log in to your Spotify account.
Step 3. Find the hamburger button on the upper left corner and select "Preference -> General to set the destination folder for your output files. MP3 format is already selected by default. Modify other settings in the 'Advanced' menu.
Step 4. Select the songs, albums, or playlists you want on your iPod on the Spotify browser or page. Drag and drop them to the action button found on the lower left of the page.
Step 5. To download and convert, click on the 'Convert.'
Now that you have DRM-free Spotify tracks on your computer, you are halfway to playing your Music from Spotify on iPod Classic. This tutorial will need iTunes or Finder software installed on your Mac or PC and the 30-pin Dock connector interface (USB cable) for your iPod to computer connection.
For Mac users, to transfer Spotify on iPod Classic, check the macOS version and make sure to follow the corresponding steps provided. Windows users will perform the same steps as macOS Mojave and earlier OS versions.
Run the iTunes software on your Mac or PC. On the top menu bar, click on "File=> Add File to Library" to import the Spotify audio files in MP3/AAC format to your music library.
Connect the 30-pin interface to your iPod and the USB to your PC or Mac. Once connected, the iPod device icon will show on iTunes' sidebar on the left. Click on the icon to load information about your iPod device.
Under the iPod device icon, find the Settings menu on the sidebar. Click on 'Music' under Settings to display the Sync Music page on the right side. Tick on the Sync Music checkbox and choose "Selected playlists, artists, albums, and genres." Take care to notice and confirm the "Remove and Sync" warning/option appropriately when it pops up.
Go to "Recently Added" under Playlists to easily find the imported Spotify tracks. Then click on 'Apply' to sync the songs to your iPod.
To transfer Spotify on iPod Classic with macOS Catalina, you can sync your Spotify songs to iPod with the pre-installed Finder software. The function is similar to iTunes.
Launch Finder and connect your iPod device to Mac using the doc connector interface. Once detected, your iPod device will appear under 'Locations' found on the left sidebar. Click on the device icon.
When prompted, trust the iPod device. When trusted, continue by clicking on Music in the device menu. Tick on "Sync music onto your iPod" and choose "Selected artists, albums, genres, and playlists."
On the device page, browse to the converted Spotify songs on your Mac and tick on the checkboxes of the tracks you want to sync categorized by artist, albums, genres, or playlists. Click on the Apply button on the lower-right corner to start syncing your Spotify songs.
The steps can also be applicable to iPod shuffle and Nano models. Just make sure that you use a compatible USB connector.
Q1: Why Can't You Synchronize Spotify with iPod Nano/Shuffle/Classic?
A: There are two primary reasons for the inability to sync Spotify with iPod Classic, Nano, and Shuffle. Firstly, there is no official Spotify app available for these iPod models. Secondly, Spotify music is encoded in a unique format that renders it incompatible with other iPod devices. Consequently, syncing Spotify with these iPods is not as straightforward as with standard audio files.
Q2: How Can You Access Spotify on Your iPod?
A: If you have a Spotify Premium subscription, you can exclusively use Spotify on an iPod Touch. However, if you don't have Spotify Premium, you can still enjoy Spotify music on any iPod model by employing the AudFree Spotify Music Downloader to transfer music from Spotify to your device.
Q3. Are there any limitations when using iPod for music playback?
A.Yes, there are limitations when using an iPod for music playback. Some of these limitations include the device's supported audio formats and the absence of an official Spotify app for certain iPod models, as mentioned earlier.
Just because the iPod Classic is outdated and discontinued doesn't mean you can't enjoy your Spotify songs on it. Some oldies are goodies, and iPod Classic is one of them (much better if it still works). In fact, three months after the Classic's discontinuation, the price of an unopened brand new 6th Gen iPod Classic increased by up to four times the original price on eBay.
To make the best use of your old iPod (or Spotify), play music from Spotify on iPod Classic. You can achieve this by using DumpMedia Spotify Music Converter. Remove DRM protection, download and convert your music catalog from Spotify, and fill your iPod for listening anytime and anywhere, no streaming is needed.
