What is Production Music?
Production Music is music specifically composed for the purpose of inclusion in audio and audio-visual productions. The music is available in a variety of moods and lengths so that it can easily be incorporated into client's productions, providing a high quality, cost-effective solution. The music can be licensed through The Mechanical Copyright Protection Society (MCPS) at the rate according to the MCPS rate card allowing for accurate budgeting with a minimum of paperwork. There are no pre-clearance formalities in its use. Please contact MCPS Media Licensing on (020) 8378 7500 or visit www.mcps-prs-alliance.co.uk/productionmusic .
How do I license Production Music and what are the rates?
All users of Production Music must sign the MCPS code of conduct before they are able to license music. Licences are issued by the MCPS and the MCPS should be contacted for all information relating to licences (see contact details above)
The rates vary according to the type of production and a copy of the MCPS Production Music rate card may be downloaded from the MCPS website or by emailing rate.card@mcps.co.uk.
Is the music available to download?
Yes. But you need to be registered with the MCPS first and they will issue you with a 'P' number. Then you need to complete our quick registration process to begin downloading tracks from this site. You do not need to register to audition the tracks.
Is this buyout music?
No. All of our music is fully protected by copyright and may only be used with the appropriate licence from the MCPS.
What is a "P" number? When you visit the sign up page you will be asked to enter your MCPS "P" number. This is the number allocated to you or your company by the Mechanical Copyright Protection Society (MCPS) when you agree to their code of conduct for the use of Production Music in your productions. For more information please visit their website www.mcps-prs-alliance.co.uk
Is the music available on CD?
Yes. Please contact us using the form on the contact page and we would be happy to send your specified CD's free of charge.
