Lease vs. Exclusive: Which License for Which Beat?

The most common question from new producers: lease, standard or exclusive? The wrong choice costs you buyers — or money.

Lease (MP3 + WAV)

Cheap, non-exclusive. Several artists can lease the same beat. Ideal for beginners and beats with mass appeal.

Standard

More rights, higher resolution. The middle ground — for artists who want to stream.

Exclusive

You sell the beat once, exclusively. Stems included. Price accordingly high, from $200. After the sale the beat belongs to the buyer.

When to use what?

• Lease: mass market, many small sales.
• Standard: artists with budget, streaming focus.
• Exclusive: premium buyers, long-term relationships.

Conclusion

Don't price randomly. Lease is your volume play, exclusive your premium play.