How to Burn CD from iTunes or Apple Music?
Burning a CD from iTunes used to be simple, but things changed when Apple introduced Apple Music. Many users now struggle with how to burn CD from iTunes or Apple Music, because most streaming tracks are protected by DRM and cannot be burned directly. If you try to burn Apple Music songs, even those added into the iTunes app, you will always receive an error message.
This guide explains why you cannot burn Apple Music tracks directly, how to burn a CD using DRM-free files, and how DumpMedia Apple Music Converter helps you convert Apple Music tracks into CD-compatible formats.
Contents Guide Part 1. Why You Can’t Burn Apple Music or iTunes Tracks DirectlyPart 2. Convert Apple Music Tracks to DRM-Free MP3/WAVPart 3. Burn Converted Apple Music or iTunes SongsPart 4. FAQsPart 5. Summary
Part 1. Why You Can’t Burn Apple Music or iTunes Tracks Directly
Although iTunes still allows CD burning, not all music inside iTunes is burnable. The biggest limitation comes from Apple Music.
Apple Music songs are protected by DRM
When you add Apple Music songs to iTunes, the files are still encrypted by FairPlay DRM. DRM prevents users from:
- copying songs
- burning tracks to a CD
- transferring files to other devices
- playing them outside Apple’s ecosystem
Even if the songs show up inside the iTunes library, they remain locked streaming files, not true downloadable audio.
Apple Music files are not real audio files
Apple Music tracks are streamed and cached, not downloaded as MP3, AAC, WAV, or any burnable format.
Part 2. Convert Apple Music Tracks to DRM-Free MP3/WAV
How to burn CD from iTunes or Apple Music? To do this, you must convert those tracks into DRM-free MP3 or WAV files first. DumpMedia Apple Music Converter allows you to:
- remove Apple Music DRM
- convert Apple Music songs to MP3, WAV, AAC, or FLAC
- preserve ID3 tags and original audio quality
- export files fully compatible with CD-burning software
Convert Apple Music Songs to MP3
How to burn CD from iTunes or Apple Music? These are the steps to convert Apple Music tracks into MP3 by DumpMedia Apple Music Converter:
Step 1. Download and install DumpMedia Apple Music Converter. PC and Mac versions are available. Open DumpMedia, then go to the Library tab. Choose the songs you want converted from your Apple Music Library.
Step 2. Choose MP3 as the output format.
Step 3. Click Convert to process the files. Your music files will be exported as MP3.
Now your music is ready for CD burning.
Part 3. Burn Converted Apple Music or iTunes Songs
How to burn CD from iTunes or Apple Music? Once you have converted your Apple Music tracks into DRM-free MP3 or WAV files using DumpMedia Apple Music Converter, you can start burning the playlist to a CD.
Step 1. Open iTunes / Apple Music app. Go to File > Add to Library.
Step 2. Import the MP3/WAV files converted by DumpMedia.
Step 3. Go to File > New > Playlist. Name the playlist. Drag your converted songs into the playlist
Step 4. Insert a blank CD into your computer. Right-click the playlist.
Step 5. Select Burn Playlist to Disc. Choose Audio CD and other burn settings.
Step 6. Click Burn to finalize your CD.
Part 4. FAQs
1. Can I burn Apple Music songs directly to a CD?
No. Apple Music tracks have DRM protection, and iTunes will block CD burning. You must convert them first using a tool like DumpMedia Apple Music Converter.
2. Do I need a Premium Apple Music subscription?
Yes. You need the ability to download Apple Music tracks before converting them.
3. Which formats are supported for burning CDs?
Standard CD-burning formats include: MP3, WAV and AIFF. DumpMedia exports in MP3 and WAV, both perfect for CD creation.
4. Is it legal to convert Apple Music songs?
Converting for personal offline use is generally acceptable. Do not distribute or share copies.
Part 5. Summary
How to burn CD from iTunes or Apple Music? It is no longer straightforward because Apple Music tracks are protected by DRM. However, with DumpMedia Apple Music Converter, you can easily convert Apple Music songs into DRM-free MP3 or WAV files, import them into iTunes, and burn your CD without errors.
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