Music Discs in Minecraft: Everything a Collector Needs to Know

If you’ve ever heard a distinctive tune coming from a wooden block in Minecraft, then you’re already familiar with music discs. This item has long been part of the game’s culture, and many players collect them with the same excitement as rare resources or unique gear. In this article, we’ll cover it all: what they are, where they came from, how many there are, and how to get each one.

What music discs are and what they’re for

Music discs are special items in Minecraft that can be played using a Jukebox. Each disc contains a unique track, ranging from atmospheric ambient melodies to dynamic electronic compositions. Some tracks were created by the legendary composer C418, while others were made by Lena Raine and Samuel Aberg.

Beyond pure aesthetics, discs also have practical value. For example, disc «11» has long been a topic of discussion because of its creepy sound, while «13» sets a distinct mood in adventure maps. Some servers use jukeboxes with discs to create full soundtracks for custom locations.

The history of music discs in Minecraft

The first discs appeared in the earliest versions of the game, in Java Edition Alpha v1.0.14 in 2010. Back then, the tracks «13» and «Cat» were added, and they remain two of the most recognizable to this day.

Since then, the collection has gradually expanded with each major update:

• In version 1.0, several new tracks by C418 were added.
• Update 1.9 expanded the list with unique melodies.
• In Bedrock Edition, some discs appeared earlier than in Java.
• Update 1.19 «The Wild Update» introduced 5 new discs by Lena Raine and Samuel Aberg.
• And in update 1.21, the disc «Precipice» appeared as a special find for explorers.

The collection grew along with the game itself: the developers used discs as a way to deepen the atmosphere of each new biome or dimension.

How many music discs exist in Minecraft

As of today, Minecraft has 22 music discs. Here is the full list:

13, Cat, Blocks, Chirp, Far, Mall, Mellohi, Stal, Strad, Ward, 11, Wait, Otherside, Pigstep, 5, Relic, Creator, Creator (Music Box), Precipice, Echo, Tears, Lena

Each one is unique in both sound and how it is obtained. Some bring calm, others create tension, making them a great tool for setting the right atmosphere.

How to get music discs

There are several ways to obtain discs, and each requires its own approach:

Having a creeper killed by a skeleton or stray. This is the classic method. If a skeleton or stray kills a creeper with an arrow, there is a high chance it will drop one of the 12 standard discs. It takes patience, but it works reliably.

Chests in structures. Many rare discs, including «Pigstep» and «Otherside», can only be found in loot chests located in bastions, strongholds, dungeons, and ancient cities. The more dangerous the location, the more valuable the find.

Assembling from fragments. Disc «5» is crafted from 9 disc fragments scattered among chests in ancient cities. It’s a real in-game quest for the most dedicated explorers.

Trading with merchants. In some versions of the game, certain discs can be obtained through trading, although this method is less reliable.

Commands and Creative mode. For those building custom maps or simply wanting to complete the collection quickly, the /give command and the Creative inventory are always available.

Discs are more than just music

Music discs in Minecraft are small capsules of atmosphere. They turn an ordinary house into a cozy space and a dungeon into an eerie place with the right mood. Collecting all 22 discs is an engaging adventure that pushes you to explore every corner of the game world.

So which disc is your favorite? Write in the comments — it would be interesting to know who has «Cat» playing at home and who prefers the unsettling «11»!