Our standard audio format is MP3 which is compatible with almost all audio software and devices including iPods. However some of our older titles are still offered in WMA format with copy-protection from Microsoft called PlaysForSure.

If the song or album you want to buy is offered in WMA/PlaysForSure (indicated by the icon below) you'll need Windows Media Player 9 or higher on a Microsoft Windows operating system. If you have a portable player, check that it is supported using the list below:

Creative - all models
Samsung - all models
Sandisk - all models
Toshiba - Gigabeat series
Philips - SA6185/02, SA6145/97, SA6025/97
Sony - NWZA72*, NWZA81*, NWZA82*, NWZS61*
Cowon - iAudio series
iRiver - T10, Clix
Nokia - N-series mobile phones

If you're unsure about your player, device or software, contact support and we'll check it for you.

All audio files (PlaysForSure and MP3) can be burnt to an audio CD and played on any normal CD player. See Burning CDs

Read more about file formats