Guides

Keep your music
moving.

Practical guides for iPod Classic ownership, upgrades, music management, Rockbox and long-term care.

Knowledge Hub

Start with the essentials.

Practical guides for setting up, restoring and maintaining your iPod Classic.

Music

Getting Started

6 min read

How to add music to an iPod Classic

A simple introduction to syncing music from macOS or Windows using Finder, iTunes and compatible alternatives.

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Rockbox

Software

8 min read

Rockbox on iPod Classic: what it is and why it matters

Learn what Rockbox changes, which music formats it supports and when it makes sense for your build.

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1TB

Storage

5 min read

Choosing between 256GB, 512GB and 1TB

A practical guide to storage size, music libraries, lossless files and everyday use.

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3000

Battery

4 min read

How long does an upgraded iPod battery last?

What affects battery life, how capacity works and when a 3000mAh battery is worth it.

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Restoration

5 min read

Thin vs thick iPod Classic: what is the difference?

Understand housing depth, backplate compatibility and which parts fit each classic model.

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Care

3 min read

How to clean and protect a restored iPod

Simple habits for keeping your screen, click wheel and polished backplate looking better for longer.

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Connection check

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Support

6 min read

iPod Classic troubleshooting

Quick checks for data cables, sync issues, Mac and Windows compatibility, and Rockbox music libraries.

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