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How to Buy Beats Online: A Guide for Independent Artists

Find the right beat, understand your licensing options, and get the files you need to bring your next song to life.

How to Buy Beats on UNDERBPM

  1. Find Your Sound

    Browse the catalogue and listen to available previews. Search by name or type beat, then narrow the results by genre, mood, BPM, key, license or price. Try your vocal idea over the preview and check whether the tempo, space and arrangement fit your song.

  2. Choose Your License

    Open the beat page to compare available licenses and producer-set prices. Choose according to the files and usage rights your release needs, not just the cheapest option. Review the license terms and ask the producer about anything that is unclear before paying.

  3. Complete Your Purchase

    Sign in, select a license and add the beat to your cart, or use Buy now to continue to checkout. Check your selection and final total, including the buyer service fee, then complete payment through Stripe using the options displayed at checkout.

  4. Download Your Beat

    Once the purchase is recorded as paid, open My Purchases in your account. Download the available files included with your license and open its PDF document. If payment or fulfilment is still processing, wait for the purchase status to update before trying again.

Understanding Beat Licenses

A beat license explains how you may use the instrumental in your song. Audio format and usage rights are different things: a larger file does not by itself grant wider permissions. The purchased agreement is what matters.

MP3 License

Includes the attached MP3 file under a non-exclusive license. The platform defaults have a stream cap, do not allow monetization or radio use, and restrict Content ID registration. Producer terms can change, so do not assume MP3 covers every commercial release.

WAV License

Includes the attached uncompressed WAV file. The standard WAV terms allow monetization and one music video, with a stream cap and restrictions on radio use and Content ID. Read the selected agreement: WAV describes the audio format, not an automatic right to use the beat everywhere.

STEMS / TRACKOUT License

Includes the attached package of separate instrumental tracks. Stems help an engineer adjust drums, bass and melodies around your vocals. The default terms distinguish non-profit streams and radio usage; confirm the applicable stream, video, performance and monetization terms for your release.

EXCLUSIVE License

An Exclusive purchase removes the beat from public sale and includes all available attached files. Earlier non-exclusive licenses remain valid. The agreement defines the exclusive rights granted; rights not expressly granted remain with the producer. Do not assume a blanket transfer of all copyrights or automatic sample clearance.

Which Beat License Do You Need?

Start with the release you plan to make. Use these questions to compare the available options:

  • Files: do you need a compressed MP3 or an uncompressed WAV for your recording workflow?
  • Mixing: will your engineer need individual stems rather than one stereo instrumental?
  • Usage: will the song be monetized, distributed, performed live or used in a music video?
  • Limits: do the agreement’s stream, video, radio and performance terms cover that plan?
  • Exclusivity: do you need to stop future public sales of the beat, or is a non-exclusive license suitable?
  • Budget: compare the license price and the checkout total, not the file format alone.

No single tier fits every artist. Read the specific license before buying, and check any required sample permissions before releasing your song.

Find a Beat for Your Next Release

What Is a Type Beat?

A type beat is an instrumental described through a sound, mood or musical style associated with an artist or genre. It gives you a familiar reference point when you are searching for a beat that fits your voice.

An artist’s name in a type-beat title does not mean they produced, endorsed or officially released it. Listen to the actual instrumental, check who the producer is, and choose the license for your own song.

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What Happens After You Buy a Beat?

My Purchases keeps your order details, selected license, status and available downloads together. MP3 purchases unlock the attached MP3, WAV purchases the WAV, and STEMS / Trackout purchases the trackout package. Exclusive provides the available files attached to that beat; a format cannot be downloaded if it was not supplied.

Open the license PDF from your purchase to keep a record of your rights, limits and producer credit. Sign in with the account used for the order. If a paid purchase has a missing or unavailable file, contact support with the order reference instead of paying again.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Buying Beats

How much does it cost to buy a beat?

Each producer sets the prices for their available licenses. The checkout adds a 15% buyer service fee and shows the final total before payment. Compare the rights and files as well as the price.

Can I release a song using a leased beat?

A non-exclusive license can allow you to record and distribute a song within its conditions. Monetization, streams, videos and other uses depend on that agreement. Do not treat a free preview or an MP3 label as unrestricted commercial permission.

What is the difference between WAV and MP3 beat licenses?

MP3 is compressed audio; WAV is uncompressed. On UNDERBPM the default license terms also differ, but producers can customize certain conditions. Compare the actual license, not just the format name.

What are stems, and do I need them?

Stems are separate parts of an instrumental, such as drums, bass or melody. They help your engineer make space for the vocal and adjust the mix. Ask your engineer whether a stereo file is enough or whether your session needs Trackout files.

What happens when I buy an exclusive beat?

The beat is removed from public sale and future purchases are disabled. Existing non-exclusive licenses remain valid. Your agreement specifies the exclusive rights and available files; it is not a promise that no one has ever licensed the beat before.

Can I upgrade my beat license later?

There is no automatic post-purchase upgrade or price-difference credit flow. Contact the producer before buying another tier to discuss what is available. Do not assume an earlier purchase will be deducted from a later one.

Do I need to credit the producer?

The agreement requires producer credit where reasonably possible, using its specified credit line. Producers can customize that wording and add terms. Check your license PDF and apply the required credit to your release.

Where can I download my purchased beats?

Sign in and open My Purchases. A paid purchase provides download controls for its available licensed files and access to the license PDF. If the order is still processing or a file is unavailable, check the status or contact support with your order reference.

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