How to Record Music for Film, TV, and Sync Licensing
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Can't export individual stems that music supervisors need.
Trying to record sync-ready music requires expensive studios.
No way to organize music by mood, tempo, or genre for licensing.
Professional sync recording is expensive and complicated.
Pro Tip: TIP: SONGTAKE lets you record sync-ready music on your phone, export individual stems, and organize everything for licensing—professional sync recording without expensive studios.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I record music for film and TV sync licensing?
Use SONGTAKE to record your music with true stereo audio. Layer instruments separately so you can export individual stems. Music supervisors need separated tracks—vocals, drums, bass, instruments—and SONGTAKE makes it easy to provide exactly that.
What do music supervisors need for sync licensing?
Music supervisors need individual stems for each instrument—vocals on track 1, drums on track 2, bass on track 3, etc. SONGTAKE lets you export these stems easily, making your music sync-ready for film and TV.
Will phone recording quality be good enough for sync licensing?
Absolutely! iPhone stereo mics capture professional-quality audio. Many artists use SONGTAKE for their entire sync recording workflow. Record on phone, then polish on Mac with professional processing for licensing-quality results.
How do I organize music for licensing opportunities?
Keep all sync-ready music organized by mood (upbeat, melancholic, energetic), tempo, genre, or project. Find "that cinematic track from Tuesday" instantly when a licensing opportunity comes up.
Can I export stems for music supervisors?
Yes! Export individual stems for each instrument you recorded. Send clean tracks to music supervisors—vocals on track 1, drums on track 2, bass on track 3, etc. Professional sync workflow without complex file management.
What makes SONGTAKE different from voice memos?
SONGTAKE records in true stereo with automatic cloud backup, project organization, and multi-track capabilities. Unlike voice memos that create a graveyard of unnamed files, SONGTAKE keeps everything organized, synced across devices, and ready to develop into full productions.
Can I use SONGTAKE with just one phone?
Absolutely! SONGTAKE works perfectly with a single phone for recording arrangements, backing vocals, and layered instruments. While multiple phones give you multi-angle coverage and better isolation, one phone is all you need to create professional multi-track recordings with video overdubbing.
Can I use SONGTAKE for professional music recording?
Yes! SONGTAKE seamlessly transitions from mobile recording to professional desktop production. Start with iPhone for song ideas, then open the same project on Mac with a professional 64-channel interface for mixing and mastering. It's the bridge between inspiration and production.
How does multi-phone recording work?
Place phones near each instrument for dedicated microphones. One tap starts all phones simultaneously, and they automatically sync after recording. No manual alignment needed—just position phones, hit record, and get professional multi-track isolation from devices you already own.
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