Do I need an iTunes account to add my own music to an iPod touch?

I've always had and used my iTunes account when setting up one of my devices, but I'm soon going to set up iTunes with a new iPod and fresh install of iTunes for someone on their computer.
They don't want to set up an iTunes account right away but do want to put music on the iPod. I don't know if you need an account to do that or if you can just pair up the iPod with iTunes without an account until your ready.
The music to be put on the iPod will be ripped from cd's bought from a store (not home-made.)
Any information on this would be helpful.
Thanks in advance,
Jacob Schmoyer

Why would you not set up an Apple ID? IF the concern is about the payment information, simply set it to "none" on the account.
I could be mistaken, but I believe iOS devices require an Apple ID to activate and setup.

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