Producer FAQ

To become a producer on Phantomusic, visit our Apply page and fill out the application form. Our team will review your submission and get back to you within 3-5 business days. We look for quality, originality, and a professional approach to your music production.

No, there is no fee to join Phantomusic as a producer. We operate on a revenue share model where we only earn when you earn - we take 20% of each sale while you keep 80%.

You can sell any genre of instrumental music on our platform, including hip-hop, trap, R&B, pop, electronic, and more. All beats must be original compositions that you own the rights to. We do not allow the sale of sample packs or loops.

After your producer account is approved, log in and navigate to your dashboard. Click the 'Upload New Beat' button to start the process. You'll need to provide the audio file, cover image (optional), title, description, genre, BPM, key, and other relevant details.

For the best quality, upload your beats in WAV format (44.1kHz, 16-bit or higher). For preview purposes, we automatically generate an MP3 version with our watermark. If you offer stem licenses, upload each stem as a separate WAV file.

From your dashboard, you can create collections and add beats to them. Collections help you organize your catalog by genre, mood, or theme, making it easier for buyers to discover related beats. Well-organized collections can increase your sales significantly.

Yes, you can edit the details or remove your beats at any time from your dashboard. However, beats that have already been sold will remain available for download to the buyers who purchased them.

Pricing depends on your experience, the quality of your beats, and your target market. As a guideline, non-exclusive licenses typically range from $20-100, while exclusive rights can command $300-1000+. Research similar producers on our platform to get a better sense of competitive pricing.

Phantomusic supports various license types including Basic (MP3 only), Premium (WAV files), Unlimited (higher usage limits), Exclusive (full rights transfer), and custom licenses. You can create and customize these license types with different usage rights, prices, and included files.

No, offering exclusive rights is optional. Many successful producers on our platform only sell non-exclusive licenses. However, offering exclusives can attract certain buyers who want unique beats for their projects.

You retain the copyright to your beats when selling non-exclusive licenses. For exclusive licenses, you typically transfer the copyright to the buyer, though you should still be credited as the producer. We recommend consulting with a music attorney to understand the full legal implications.

Phantomusic operates on an 80/20 split model. As a producer, you receive 80% of the sale price, while Phantomusic retains 20% as a service fee. This fee covers platform maintenance, payment processing, secure file storage, and marketing efforts.

Payments are processed through Stripe. Your earnings will appear in your Phantomusic dashboard as soon as a sale is made. You can request a payout to your bank account once your balance reaches $25. Payouts are typically processed within 3-5 business days.

Yes, as an independent producer, you're responsible for reporting your income and paying applicable taxes in your country. Phantomusic provides sales reports that you can use for tax reporting, but we recommend consulting with a tax professional for specific advice.

Complete your producer profile with a professional photo, bio, and links to your social media. Regularly upload new, high-quality beats. Use relevant tags and descriptions. Engage with the Phantomusic community by commenting on other producers' work and sharing your profile on social media.

Yes, we feature select producers on our homepage, social media, and newsletter. To increase your chances of being featured, maintain a consistent upload schedule, ensure high-quality production, and build positive reviews from buyers.

Absolutely! We encourage you to share your beats on social media, including the link to your Phantomusic profile or specific beat pages. This helps drive traffic to your beats and can significantly increase your sales.

If you experience any technical issues, try clearing your browser cache and cookies, then restart your browser. If the problem persists, contact our support team at phantomusic93@gmail.com with details of the issue, including screenshots if possible.

All preview versions of your beats are watermarked and streamed at a lower quality. Full-quality files are only made available to users who have purchased the appropriate license. Downloaded files are also tracked with unique identifiers to discourage unauthorized distribution.