Preparing Your Soundkits for Upload: The Dos and Don’ts

1. Labeling Your Samples 

To maintain professionalism and ensure smooth uploads, your sample files must follow this exact naming format:

SampleName_BPM_Key_YourName_[CollaboratorName].wav

Example (solo): MidnightGlow_140BPM_Cmin_ProdByK28.wav
Example (with collaborator): Stars_98BPM_Bminor_ProdByJai_ProdbyK28.wav

(a) Use “ProdBy” before your name.
(b) Use underscores to separate each element.
(c) Do not use spaces or skip elements.

Must include:
– Sample Name (clean and creative)
– BPM (tempo, e.g., 98, 140BPM)
– Key (e.g., Cmin, F#maj, Bminor)
– Your Name (with ProdBy)
– Collaborator(s), if any

Mandatory Format – Files not labeled correctly will be rejected. 

2. Tags 

 Tags improve discoverability. Use tags related to:

– Genre: trap, drill, R&B, etc.
– Instrument: piano, flute, guitar, synth
– Mood/Vibe: dark, dreamy, ambient
– Influence: Travis Scott, Cubeatz, etc.

Don’t over-tag. Keep it focused and specific. 

3. Collaborators (feature coming soon) 

If working with others:
– Add their names to the filename: Stars_98BPM_Bminor_ProdByXYZ_Prod.Mxrci.wav
– Ensure all collaborators approve the upload
– Manage revenue splits manually Beat22 does not do this 

4. Outside Loops 

Do NOT use:
– Splice, Cymatics, Looperman loops
– Loops from kits you don’t own
– Royalty-free packs you didn’t make

Only upload 100% original content.

Any violation may result in removal of the pack. 

5. Copyrighted Material 

Strictly prohibited:
– Movie clips
– YouTube samples
– Commercial music snippets
– Anything you don’t own

Zero tolerance. Violators may face permanent account removal. 

6. Payouts 

– Payouts via Bank Transfer (Indian accounts only)
– Need PayPal? Email: support@beat22.com
– Processed in 3–5 business days
– Manual handling may delay during high demand 

7. Archive Policy 

Kits may be archived if:
– Poor audio quality (clipping, noise, mixing)
– Copyrighted content
– Low-effort or inappropriate cover art
– Missing organization or wrong file structure

Buyers who already downloaded archived kits will still have access. 

8. Upload Help 

Facing issues?
Email: support@beat22.com
We can manually upload or guide you
Got feature ideas? We’d love to hear from you 

9. Stems 

Option 1: Separate Files (Preferred)
– Export all instruments individually
– All stems should start from bar 1
– Name clearly: Piano.wav, Drums.wav

Option 2: Combined Single File
– Play all parts one after another
– Attach a ReadMe.txt or visual guide
– File name: Loop1_StemsCombined.wav

Attach a short tutorial (inside Tutorials/ folder or via link) 

10. Folder Structure Example 

KitName/
│
├── Artwork/
│   └── Cover.png
├── Main Loops/
│   ├── Loop1_140BPM_Cmin.wav
│   └── Loop2_142BPM_Dmaj.wav
├── Stems/
│   ├── Loop1/
│   │   ├── Piano.wav
│   │   └── 808.wav
│   └── Loop2/
│       ├── Keys.wav
│       └── Drums.wav
├── MIDI/ (optional)
│   └── Loop1.mid
├── Tutorials/ (optional)
│   └── StemsWalkthrough.mp4
└── ReadMe.txt (optional)

Zip the full folder before uploading. 

11. Licensing, Publishing & Splits 

Licensing Fee
– Buyers get non-exclusive, royalty-free use, unless you specify otherwise
– No upfront fee charged by Beat22
– You can also sell kits elsewhere (unless exclusive)

Publishing Rights
If your loop is used in a major/label release:
– You’re entitled to publishing/master splits
– You must handle negotiation directly with buyer

Optional: Dynamic Splits
If opted-in and used in a 1M+ stream track:
– Up to 25% publishing split (full use)
– 12.5% for partial usage

Applies only when buyer is a Beat22 user.
Reach out anytime via support@beat22.com 

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