UnitedMasters Sync FAQs

Everything you need to know about UnitedMasters' sync licensing services

WHAT TYPE OF MUSIC DOES UNITEDMASTERS OFFER?

UnitedMasters facilitates sync licenses covering the rights for both master recording and publishing between brands, agencies, music supervisors, and thousands of independent artists.

WHO NEEDS TO PURCHASE A SYNC LICENSE?

Any person, business, or entity that uses music for commercial purposes in any type of video, such as an ad, film, or TV show, needs to purchase a sync license.

WHAT INFORMATION DO I NEED TO REQUEST A SYNC LICENSE?

Your licensing request should include the name of the song or artist, your budget, where you will use the music, and the territories where your video will air.

CAN I LICENSE MORE THAN ONE TRACK AT A TIME?

There is no limit to the number of songs you can license. Fees are negotiable for each track, so a subscription may be the best option if you need many tracks.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A SINGLE-USE LICENSE AND A SUBSCRIPTION?

A single-use license allows you to use music only for the specific period and terms in the agreement. A subscription grants you access to an entire catalog and is typically used by businesses needing regular music for social posts.

DOES UNITEDMASTERS OFFER COVER SONGS AND CUSTOM COMPOSITIONS?

Yes. You can browse our cover songs playlist. If the song you want isn't there, we also offer custom music production services for your project.

HOW LONG IS A SYNC LICENSE VALID?

Whether your license expires depends on the terms you agreed to. A single-use license is valid for the duration stated in the license agreement. A subscription allows perpetual use without additional fees.

WHERE DOES THE MUSIC AVAILABLE FOR LICENSING ON UNITEDMASTERS COME FROM?

The music in the UnitedMasters sync catalog comes from thousands of independent artists, including established music icons and emerging stars.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO ISSUE A SYNC LICENSE?

In the UnitedMasters sync catalog, you will find both pre-cleared/one-stop music and tracks that require additional rights and clearance approvals. If a track is pre-cleared, you can download the music right away and get right back to creating your video. If additional clearance is required, the time will depend on who owns the master and publishing rights. Our longstanding relationships with labels and publishers allow us to navigate more complex ownership agreements and get the job done quickly.

CAN I TEST A TRACK ON MY VIDEO BEFORE I PURCHASE A LICENSE?

You can use our audition tool to test different tracks on your video before purchasing a license. Once you've found the right one, you can request a license.

DOES UNITEDMASTERS HAVE INSTRUMENTAL TRACKS AND STEMS?

Instrumental tracks are critical for sync licensing projects and are available for the majority of tracks in our sync catalog. Stems are available upon request.

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