SoundSystem

Proton SoundSystem FAQ

Learn all about Proton and how to launch your label with us!

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Long Versions for DJ Stores like Beatport, Short Versions for streaming.

How to hide short versions from Beatport and long versions from streaming platforms like Spotify, all from the same release on Proton!

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Creating your 1st release in SoundSystem

A step by step guide to shipping your first release!

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Help! I made a mistake on my release.

Upload the wrong file or spell something wrong? Here's how to fix it!

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A remix is not appearing on the remixer's artist profile on Spotify & Apple Music. How can I fix this problem?

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Forget to add a track to your release?

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How can I submit unsigned demos to Proton's labels?

Want to sign a track to a Proton label? We can help!

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Featured Artists on Tracks

Here's how Featured Artists work!

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How can I add a new artist profile to an existing user account?

Don't create duplicate accounts for the same person! :)

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Proton's DJ Mixes & Compilations

Learn the details and how to opt-out, if needed.

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How can I get ISRCs for my tracks?

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Artist Name Ordering on Tracks & Releases

How to make sure artist names are in the right order!

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Does Proton distribute to BandCamp?

No, but you can work with them directly yourself. Learn more here!

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How to choose the best digital distributor for your electronic music label: avoid these companies, or pay the price later.

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Compound Artists & Collaborations

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A streaming platform has flagged my music for fraudulent activity. What can I do?

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Streaming Services: PR Fraud & Scams

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Streaming Singles - Overview & Full Guide

Unlock the true potential of your next release with a powerful tool exclusively available to Proton powered labels.

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How can I block short versions of a track from shipping to DJ stores like Beatport?

Learn how to use the "Hide from DJ Stores" button!

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How can I block long versions of a track from shipping to streaming platforms like Spotify & Apple Music?

Learn how to use the "Hide from Streaming Stores" button!

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Setting up new Artist Profiles on Proton

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Proton Recommended PR & Promo Firms!

Looking to give your next release an extra push?

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How do I view my reports as an artist?

Daily reports + quarterly statements are available in SoundSystem!

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Proton Smart Contracts

Automatic contracts & accounting to help save time!

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When are statements and payments sent?

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Proton pays when royalties reach $100. How does that work exactly?

Artists at Proton get paid more often than artists at non-Proton labels, because your balance combines earnings across nearly 2000 labels.

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Easy Expenses & Artist Advances

Proton helps music labels recoup costs before artists get paid. Here's how it works!

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When I add a Track or Release expense, why doesn't the full amount appear as a deduction for artists?

Understanding release & track expenses with a simple example.

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3rd Party Licensing

Learn how to release music from other music labels!

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Cover Songs

Can I release cover songs on a Proton label? How does it work?

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