Q. I've purchased a beat/instrumental, but I haven't received a download link yet, what should I do?
A. First, log on to the email address you used to purchase the track(s) and check your spam/bulk folder for the link(s). If the links are not there, send a message to SBtracks@gmail.com with the beat name and date of purchase & we'll gladly re-send the files.
Q. Do any of the beats/instrumentals on this site use samples from other songs? Must I get anything cleared before I can use the track?
A. No, we do not sample anything from other songs. Everything you get is 100% original/legit.
Q. Am I allowed to use the beat(s) that I purchased for my demo / mixtape / album / etc?
A. Yes. Check below for info on licensing restrictions.
Q. Are there any restrictions for using beats purchased? What about royalties?
A. Depending on which category you fall into, the restrictions are as follows:
Recording Artists:
1. If you are an upcoming/independent artist simply putting out a demo (commercial or non-commercial) to get heard, shop to record labels, etc., you are allowed to use the beats/instrumentals you have purchased freely without paying any further lease fees or royalties.
2. If you are an artist putting out a commercial album that will be mass produced (ex. - CDs, Digital MP3s, etc.), the restrictions go as follows:
- A. If you are a registered member of a performing rights organization (PRO), such as BMI, ASCAP, SESAC, etc., you may sell an unlimited amount of units, with an even percentage of royalties being paid to SBtracks. For example, excluding the publisher, let's say the makeup of one of your songs consists of four members; the artist, the composer (SBtracks), the audio engineer, and the songwriter. A split of 100/4, will give each member an even 25%. This split however, is completely neogotiable. If you feel the division should be set differently, we can work something out to benefit everyone involved.
- B. If you are not a member of a PRO, you are allowed to sell up to 5000 CDs or commercial recordings. Once this limit is reached, all you have to do is re-lease the beat(s) and you may continue to sell your album.
TV & Film Broadcasting:
1. If you are a commercial film maker, music library/publisher, broadcaster, etc., you are free to use any of the beats/instrumentals in any project, with 100% of the writers share being paid to SBtracks (BMI CAE # 598447781).
2. If you are a not for profit (NPO) company, student, etc., you may of the beats/instrumentals you have purchased freely without paying any further lease fees or royalties.
Q. What are Non-Exclusive and Exclusive licenses?
A. A Non-Exclusive license means a beat can be sold to more than one person. An Exclusive license means only one person can use the beat. Under BOTH licenses beat/instrumental credit must be given to Sean B. of SBtracks.
Q. How do I distinguish between a Non-Exclusive and Exclusive license when purchasing a beat/instrumental?
A. At the end of each song name, you'll see either an [NE] or [EX]. [NE] means Non-Exclusive license and [EX] means Exclusive license.
Q. Where can I find the Exclusive Rights beats/instrumentals?
A. At the end of the "Buy Beats" page, there is a category called "Exclusive Rights Instrumentals." All Exclusive license tracks beats will be listed there.
Q. Can I purchase a Non-Exclusive beat with an Exclusive license?
A. Unfortunately, almost all Non-Exclusive beats posted on this site have been sold at least once, and are linked to various licensing agencies, which cancels out exclusivity.
Q. Is SBtracks.com affiliated with ASCAP, BMI, or SESAC?
A. Sean B. is registered with Broadcast Music Inc. (BMI) as a writer/composer (CAE # 598447781).
Q. Can I get a separated/tracked out version of a beat compatible for mixing in Pro Tools, Adobe Audition, Cubase, Etc.?
A. Yes.
Upon request only, if you've purchased a beat/instrumental from this site, and would like to have a fully tracked out .WAV version of the track (Compatible with almost all mixing software available; such as Pro Tools, Adobe Audition, Cubase, Reaper, Audacity, etc), simply send an email to SBtracks@gmail.com containing the following information:
(A) Beat/Instrumental Name(s).
(B) Date of Purchase.
(C) Email address you used to purchase the Beats/Instrumental.
Within 48 hours, you will receive a SendSpace.com link containing a password protected .ZIP file (which contains the .WAV files).
***Please Note***
Due to an expanding volume of tracks being uploaded, it may take over 48 hours to receive your download links. In any case, we'll send you an email notifying you of any delay if this occurs.