Do you have both a Sonos speaker and an Apple Music subscription? Are you tired of manually switching between the Sonos and Apple Music apps just to play your favorite songs or playlists? If so, we have some good news for you. By configuring your Sonos speaker to work with Alexa, you can easily play Apple Music with just your voice.
In this article, we’ll show you how to set up your Sonos to work with Alexa and play music from your Apple Music account. We’ll also include some FAQs to help answer any additional questions you may have.
How to Start
First things first, you’ll need a few things for this set up to work:
- A Sonos speaker that’s compatible with Alexa.
- An Amazon Echo or Dot, or a device with Alexa built-in, like the Sonos Beam.
- An Apple Music subscription.
- A smartphone or tablet with the Amazon Alexa app installed.
Once you have everything, follow these steps:
Step 1: Download and Open the Amazon Alexa App
Ensure that the Amazon Alexa app is installed on your smartphone or tablet. Open the app and sign in with your Amazon account login details.
Step 2: Enable the Sonos Skill
To enable the Sonos skill, go to the “Skills & Games” section of the Alexa app and search for “Sonos.”
Once you have found it, tap “Enable to use” and enter your Sonos account login details to link your Sonos speaker to Alexa.
Step 3: Connect Apple Music to Alexa and Sonos
To connect your Apple Music account to Alexa and Sonos, tap the “More” button at the bottom right of the Amazon Alexa app screen and select “Settings.”
From there, go to the “Music & Podcasts” section, select “Link New Service,” and find “Apple Music.”
Log in to your Apple Music account and give permissions and access to the Alexa and Sonos apps.
Step 4: Teach Alexa to Recognize Your Sonos
After your Apple Music account is linked, you will need to inform your Echo or Dot that the music should play through Sonos. You can say “Alexa, play [song name] from Apple Music on Sonos,” or you can set Sonos as the default music service.
To set Sonos as the default music service, go to the “Settings” section of the Alexa app, select “Music & Podcasts,” and tap “Choose Default Music Service.” Select “Sonos” from the available options.
Concluding Thoughts
Setting up your Sonos speaker to play Apple Music via Alexa can save you time and effort. With just a few simple steps, you can enjoy hands-free music controls using just your voice.
Remember, to play music from Apple Music, you must have a valid subscription and have linked it with both the Amazon Alexa and Sonos apps.
Overall, the process is quite simple and straightforward, and soon, you can enjoy your favorite tunes without having to lift a finger.
FAQs About Configure Your Sonos to Play Apple Music Via Alexa
1. Can I link multiple Apple Music accounts to my Sonos speakers?
Yes, you can link up to six Apple Music accounts to your Sonos speakers. However, each account will need to go through the steps mentioned above to link individually.
2. Are there any other music streaming services that I can link to my Sonos speakers via Alexa?
Yes, there are several other music streaming services the Sonos is compatible with, including Spotify, Pandora, Tidal, and Deezer.
3. Does my Sonos speaker need to be on the same network as my Echo or Dot?
Yes, both your Sonos speaker and Amazon device need to be on the same network to work together. For optimal performance, we recommend using a fast and reliable Wi-Fi network.
