Vocal Stems
Individual WAV stems for lead, doubles, adlibs, harmonies and alternate takes with consistent sample rates and bit depth so engineers can import without conversion issues.
A well-prepared Music Production Vocal Pack reduces integration time, clarifies ownership and licensing, and lowers the risk of payment or clearance disputes. It creates a single source of truth for creative and legal details, so technical and business stakeholders can act quickly and with fewer follow-up questions.
Vocal packs are used by a range of professionals across production and licensing workflows.
Packaging vocal assets consistently helps all parties reduce turnaround time and avoid legal ambiguity during release and licensing.
Individual WAV stems for lead, doubles, adlibs, harmonies and alternate takes with consistent sample rates and bit depth so engineers can import without conversion issues.
Provide both dry (unprocessed) and processed versions when available to give mixers flexibility during editing and effects routing.
Include final comp versions labeled 'Master Comp' and date-stamped so there is a clear production reference for release-ready material.
Supply reference guide or scratch vocal used in production along with notes on phrasing and timing to assist editors and vocal tuners.
A spreadsheet or text file with artist name, take IDs, BPM/key, publishing splits, and contact info for rights and payments.
Signed performer releases, split sheets, and licensing terms defining permitted uses, territories, and payment terms to support clear chain-of-title.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Authentication | Email link or SMS code for signer verification |
| File Format | Deliver stems as WAV, metadata as CSV or TXT |
| Template | Use a release template with conditional fields |
| Retention | Archive signed pack for minimum retention period |
Ensure the delivery platform supports high-resolution audio, standard metadata formats, and secure signing.
Choose a platform that preserves audio fidelity, captures a detailed audit trail, and connects to your payment and catalog systems.
Submit full pack at least 10 business days before final mix
Obtain clearances 14–30 days before licensing deadline
Send finalized metadata on or before release distribution date
Collect signed releases prior to any public placement
Archive master and signed pack immediately after release
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
A music supervisor requests stems for a thirty-second spot to assess fit and mix
An independent producer shares vocal stems with a remote mixing engineer to finalize a release