How to use Airport Express as a sound output device

Guys,
Is there a way that I can use Airport Express as a sound output device? So, I can play all the sound on my HIFI.
thanks in advance

In order to listen to the non-iTunes audio streams through your Airport Express you will need to use the third party software Airfoil.
http://www.rogueamoeba.com/airfoil/
iFelix

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http://www.apple.com/airport-express/
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http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2712
10.5, 10.6, 10.7 & 10.8…
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