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What is a mechanical license used for?

Simply stated, a mechanical license is required under U.S. Copyright Law if you want to manufacture and distribute recordings of compositions written by someone other than yourself. They ensure that the music publisher, and ultimately the songwriter, gets compensated for the use of their work.

How much is a mechanical license for cover songs?

Pricing. $16.99 fee per format per song, plus royalties. All royalties go to the copyright holder. Royalties vary by format.

How does a mechanical license work?

A mechanical license is an agreement between a music user and the owner of a copyrighted composition (song), that grants permission to release the song in an audio-only format (interactive audio streams, digital downloads, CDs, vinyl). This permission is also called mechanical rights.

Who gives mechanical licenses?

In the United States, two well-known mechanical licensing entities include the Harry Fox Agency () and Music Reports ().

Why is it called a mechanical license?

The term goes back to the early days of music and player pianos. Player pianos are those upright pianos you may have seen in old films with the paper rolls scrolling a song which the piano replicates without a human player. The songs were being mechanically reproduced.