Music cannot be transferred from an iOS device to the Mac without jumping through a hoop - blame the music industry for this, not Apple. There are two solutions. First, you can purchase software: Senuti is one such program. Unfortunately I'm not aware of any transfer software that is freeware. Second, iTunes Match which is a monthly subscription service from Apple (not to be confused with Apple Music) will examine the music on your iTunes devices and automatically sync them between devices.
Sync Ipod To Mac
Aug 21, 2017 9:53 AM
Ipod To Macbook
Hold down the option and command (Apple/cloverleaf) keys of iPad, and then plug it into the MacBook via the USB cable. ITunes will warn you that the iPod is running in Safe Mode. Quit iTunes, and your iPod will be accessible in MacBook. The iPod can be seen on your MacBook desktop. Transfer iPod music, videos and photos,pictures and videos shot by the device from iPod to Mac, iPod to iTunes and Mac to iPod in seconds. Copy files from iPhone to Mac, iPhone to iTunes and Mac to iPhone. Transfer apps between Mac and iPod, manage documents for some apps. No data connection cable required, transfer your files via Wi-fi.
Begin by launching iTunes on your Mac, I am assuming that you have connected your iPod with your Mac already. Step 2 Access iPod in iTunes Click on the device icon, given on the top left hand side and as shown in the image below to access your iPod within iTunes. IPod is a fabulous device for music enjoyment, and many Apple fans put their entire music library on it. Now, suppose you want to enjoy iPod songs on the new Mac or add them to iTunes Library, transferring iPod music to Mac can be an inevitable step. Music cannot be transferred from an iOS device to the Mac without jumping through a hoop - blame the music industry for this, not Apple. There are two solutions. First, you can purchase software: Senuti is one such program. Unfortunately I'm not aware of any transfer software that is freeware.