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Sonic Play – MP3 Audio Shortcode Player

Easily embed a beautiful, responsive MP3 audio player with a simple shortcode. The easiest way to add modern HTML5 audio to your posts and pages.

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Tested up to WordPress 6.8
Current version2.2
WordPress coverageTested up to WordPress 6.8
Minimum stackWP 5.0 · PHP 7.0
Directory statusactive
Last directory update2 Nov 20251y ago
Active installations10Adoption metric — not a quality score
WordPress.org ratingNo WordPress.org ratings yet
Official packageDirect from WordPress.org

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WP PlugIndex currently records Sonic Play – MP3 Audio Shortcode Player version 2.2 as active, updated 1y ago and tested up to WordPress 6.8.

Overview

About this plugin

Are you looking for an easy and elegant way to add audio to your WordPress site? Sonic Play is the perfect solution for podcasters, musicians, and course creators who need a simple, reliable MP3 audio player.

Forget complicated settings and clunky interfaces. With Sonic Play, you can upload your MP3 files directly to the WordPress media library or link to an external MP3 URL, and then embed a beautiful HTML5 audio player using a simple, click-to-copy shortcode. Our intuitive interface makes managing your audio tracks a breeze.

The player is designed to be modern, responsive, and fit seamlessly into any theme. Whether your audience is on a desktop or a mobile device, they will have a flawless listening experience. Customize the player’s appearance from a clean settings panel—toggle elements like the track title, artist name, custom artwork, skip buttons, and more to match your site’s style perfectly.

Key Features:

  • Easy MP3 Upload & Management: Add audio tracks by either uploading them to the WordPress Media Library or by simply pasting an external MP3 file URL.
  • Simple Shortcode Embedding: After adding a track, just copy the [sonic-player id="..."] shortcode and paste it into any post, page, or widget.
  • Modern & Responsive Player: A clean, stylish HTML5 audio player that looks great and works perfectly on all devices, from desktops to smartphones.
  • Full Customization: Control which player elements are visible. Show or hide the track title, artist name, custom artwork, skip buttons, volume control, and time stamps.
  • Custom Artwork: Replace the default icon with your own custom logo or album art for a branded look. Just select an image from your media library.
  • Light & Dark Themes: Comes with beautiful “Modern” (light) and “Dark” themes to match your website’s design.
  • Lightweight & Fast: Built for performance, Sonic Play won’t slow down your website.

Sonic Play is the ultimate audio shortcode player for anyone who wants to share their sound with the world without the hassle.

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Plugin tags

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  • html5 audio player
  • mp3 player
  • music player
  • shortcode
Compatibility & maintenance

Compatibility & maintenance

Tested up to WordPress 6.8

Not yet marked as tested with WordPress 7.1. WordPress.org currently lists Tested up to 6.8.

Current WordPress releaseWordPress 7.1
WordPress.org Tested up to6.8
Minimum requirementsWordPress 5.0 · PHP 7.0
Update activity2 Nov 20251y ago

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