Hi, I have my music collection saved on a Micro Sd card which I use with my Hi Res Walkman. What's the best way to play my collection via Sonos? Can I play via a Tablet? If so whats the best App or program to use?
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mp3 files on micro sd
Best answer by buzz
I store my music on a NAS (Network Attached Storage) drive. You could also store the files on a PC or Mac. Some routers have a USB interface. And, there are schemes using micro computers, such as a Raspberry Pi.
If your SONOS speakers support Bluetooth or AirPlay 2, you could send directly from a phone or tablet.
I prefer not storing on a PC or Mac because I often reboot my computer and the music would stop if stored on the computer. I’m not a fan of Bluetooth or AirPlay because there are many applications competing for the connection.
Everyone has their own favorite and you’ll get replies from other users.
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I store my music on a NAS (Network Attached Storage) drive. You could also store the files on a PC or Mac. Some routers have a USB interface. And, there are schemes using micro computers, such as a Raspberry Pi.
If your SONOS speakers support Bluetooth or AirPlay 2, you could send directly from a phone or tablet.
I prefer not storing on a PC or Mac because I often reboot my computer and the music would stop if stored on the computer. I’m not a fan of Bluetooth or AirPlay because there are many applications competing for the connection.
Everyone has their own favorite and you’ll get replies from other users.
Here’s what you should know regarding sharing music to Sonos that is stored on another device (PC, Memory Card, NAS) *
First you have to setup a “Folder” in the Sonos app under Music Library so that the music on the external device can be found. I opted to use the IP Address for my NAS that contains my music (See picture below).
There are other options to create the path as show in this link.
After the path to the Folder with your music is created you’ll find it on the Sonos App home page under Your Sources labeled as Music Library as shown below:
The caveat to accessing music via Sonos on an external device is that the device must be on and unlocked at all times or at least when you want to access it. My NAS is attached to my router and it as well as my NAS remain on 24/7.
* Memory Cards are typically attached to a PC or NAS via external USB-C or USB card reader.
A NAS is great but expensive, a $15 Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W and a few extra bits for power and storage and running Open Media Vault is a cheap option and easy to set up. A larger, more capable Pi is an option if you want to do more with it, but not needed for Sonos use.
https://www.raspberrypi.com/products/raspberry-pi-zero-2-w/
https://www.openmediavault.org/
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USB-C Card Reader
USB-A Card Reader
BTW...I don’t like Raspberry Pi...I prefer Apple Pie...including my cell phone, tablets and computers 😂😂
There are alternatives, Orange Pi is one I've seen.
https://www.zdnet.com/article/best-raspberry-pi-alternative/
https://www.xda-developers.com/devices-you-can-buy-instead-of-a-raspberry-pi-5/
None have the level of new user support the Raspberry Pi offers, it is intended to be an educational computer for younger kids, most others are aimed at higher skilled folks.
The Radxa and Zimaboard look particularly attractive if your wallet and skills are ready for them.
For round pie my favorite is rhubarb, the greener the better, and I'll stick a fork in you if you add strawberries! Add a scoop of vanilla ice-cream, one where you can pronounce all the ingredients, and I'm happy.
+24Upload the files to iBroadcast.com and add that service to your Sonos system.
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