Even though you can use the built-in WordPress support for audio files, there are plugins that might just make it easier. You can add audio files into the WordPress media library ad create playlist with the mp3 format without a plugin. However, with the right plugin, this may become easier. Here are a few of the best WordPress audio player plugins.

<h2>Audio Album</h2>

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The <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/audio-album/">Audio Album</a> plugin for WordPress allows you to add collections of audio files to an album and display them on your website. This plugin makes it easy to put your playlists and audio player out on your WordPress website. 

It's specifically written for displaying playlists on your site and uses the built-in functionality of WordPress. The plugin will give you more functions than WordPress provides and will allow you to use it for playlists of single tracks.

<h2>Compact WP Audio Player</h2>

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When you decide to use the <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/compact-wp-audio-player/">Compact WP Audio Player</a>, you will be able to do many things. It's compatible with all major browsers and will allow you to use your entire post area for your audio player. You can add a smaller player, as well.

<h2>CP Media Player</h2>

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Not only will you be able to add an audio player with the <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/audio-and-video-player/">CP Media Player</a> plugin, but you can also add a video player. It supports all major browsers and most devices. You can customize the media player with many different skins, as well.

<h2>Simple Music Widget</h2>

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A very simple way to add an audio player to your WordPress website is with the <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-music-widget/">Simple Music Widget</a>. This plugin will allow you to show your music player with song details in the widget area of your website. 

All of these plugins give you a way to add an audio player to your WordPress website. Whether you just want something simple or you prefer something you can customize, there are plenty of choices on this list and even more for your WordPress website.
