A shipping and playing adapter enables a reduced size CD to play in a full-sized CD player. The adapter comprises first and second substantially semi-circular portions constructed of a material suitable for playing in a CD player. When combined together, the first and second portions form a disk dimensioned approximately equal to a full-sized CD for receiving the reduced size CD thereon. The first and second portions may either be permanently attached along a fold line or removably attached by matching male and female parts. When combined, the first and second portions may have an inner circular surface for receiving the reduced size CD. The circular surface may be coated with a permanent or temporary adhesive. Alternatively, the first and second portions may have a center cut-out for receiving the reduced size CD therein.