If you're considering PremiumBeat for music licensing, it’s worth exploring a platform built by musicians who understand creators.
Here’s how Soundstripe compares to PremiumBeat, and why more creators are making the switch.
From Nashville studios to global screens
A music company should have strong music roots, right? Soundstripe was founded in Music City—Nashville, Tennessee—by three musicians who wanted to change the way creators license music and support artists doing what they love. Rooted in the music industry and built on artistic integrity, Soundstripe bridges the gap between production music and modern content creation, offering a platform where music is made with intention, and licensing is done without friction.
With in-house composers, exclusive tracks from Grammy-winning musicians, and tools that fit seamlessly into your workflow, Soundstripe offers more than just a catalog—it offers a partnership.
What makes Soundstripe unique
- Full-time in-house composers producing new music weekly across genres
- Exclusive tracks from Grammy-winning and Billboard-charting artists
- Curated playlists, stems, SFX, and stock video
- A deeply human approach to AI, powered by real creative needs (and some AI-powered tools you won’t find anywhere else)
Soundstripe Market: Where timeless hits meet modern licensing
In addition to the exclusive music library, Soundstripe also offers additional music through Market, expanding the music selection beyond what Soundstripe produces. There, you can license music from top labels and publishers for any video, film, or creative project. And while Market tracks are not included in Soundstripe subscriptions, nearly every song is pre-cleared for fast licensing, with transparent pricing and no legal headaches.
Being founded by musicians means Soundstripe understands the industry and develops partnerships within it to bring the best music to its customers. Not only do Soundstripe users get high-quality, artist-first music produced by Soundstripe, but also premium music from across the industry through Market. No jumping around to different platforms—just great music all in one place.
Trusted by the best
Soundstripe’s music resonates on a global stage. From indie creators to Fortune 500 brands, companies of all sizes trust Soundstripe to help them engage audiences and set the perfect tone. Its reach has even extended to the Super Bowl—one of the most coveted advertising platforms in the world.
Major brands like Microsoft, Chipotle, and Kroger have used Soundstripe tracks to elevate their video content, while streaming giants Netflix and HBO have turned to Soundstripe’s custom music services for original compositions. Notably, Soundstripe produced a stunning all-strings cover of Nick Jonas’ “Jealous” for Netflix’s hit series Bridgerton, and composed an exclusive track for HBO’s Tokyo Vice—underscoring the platform’s creative range and industry credibility.
With a library of 58,000+ music tracks, stems for every original song, 95,000+ sound effects, 100,000+ stock video clips, custom music, and access to popular music, Soundstripe provides creators with an unmatched depth of content all in one place.
Licensing and subscriptions that protect your creativity
Soundstripe subscriptions make finding and licensing music for all types of projects a breeze.
Subscriptions include:
- Unlimited downloads from the Soundstripe SFX and music library on all plans
- Coverage for personal, client, and commercial use, depending on subscription tier
- Auto-clearance for YouTube claims (Pro & Enterprise plans)
And if a subscription doesn’t fit the bill, single-use licenses are available for personal use, broadcast, and everything in between.
You’ll have additional peace of mind knowing that Soundstripe offers indemnification with all single-use licenses and enterprise subscription plans, meaning your business or client, no matter the size, will be backed by Soundstripe if any outside claims are made against the use of a song.
Soundstripe tools and integrations
Soundstripe isn't just a music catalog—it’s a production hub.
Whether you're editing a YouTube video, cutting a feature, or designing a podcast intro, Soundstripe meets you where you work—with seamless integrations like our Adobe Premiere Pro plugin, Adobe Express add-on, and Frame.io plugin. These tools make it effortless to discover and license music within your favorite production environments. And for streamers, our Twitch extension ensures you're always equipped with safe, pre-cleared tracks so you can focus on going live, not going silent.
What sets Soundstripe apart is how easily creators can find and use the perfect track. With Supe, the industry's first AI-powered search assistant, you’ll uncover relevant songs faster, guided by mood, style, and even visuals. Supe interacts with the user conversationally, asking questions and providing feedback, until that perfect song is found.
Need a custom sound? AI Song Editing (AISE) lets users tailor any track’s structure, intensity, or duration directly in the app. At every turn, Soundstripe is designed to make music licensing intuitive, creative, and completely in sync with the way modern content gets made.
PremiumBeat: A traditional licensing model
PremiumBeat, part of the Shutterstock ecosystem, is a music licensing platform focused on curated music for professional use, including a catalog of 44,000 tracks, 16,000 sound effects, and a variety of filtering options.
It offers solid music quality but lacks some of the modern tools and flexibility available with Soundstripe. However, PremiumBeat’s fine print is difficult to understand and doesn’t have the clarity that Soundstripe offers.
Soundstripe vs. PremiumBeat: Side-by-Side
| Feature | Soundstripe | PremiumBeat |
|---|---|---|
| Founding | Nashville musicians | Corporate-owned by Shutterstock |
| Content Library | 58K+ music tracks, 95K SFX, 100K videos | 44K songs, 16K SFX, no video |
| Artist Access | In-house team + Grammy-winning artists + access to popular music through Market | Not disclosed |
| Plugins | Adobe, Frame.io, Twitch | None |
| AI Tools | Supe (interactive AI search assistant), AI Song Editing, Similar Songs, OnBrand | AI search, Similar Tracks |
| Organization | Favorites, playlists, and projects | Favorites and playlists |
| YouTube Clearance | Channel allowlisting + Content ID codes | Channel allowlisting + Content ID codes |
| Reuse Rights | Unlimited with subscription | Single-project only |
| Indemnification | Yes (with single-use licenses and enterprise plans) | No |
Why choose Soundstripe?
Soundstripe is more than a royalty-free music provider—it's a platform where creative quality, smart licensing, and industry integrity intersect.
You get:
- Premium, in-house crafted music by real artists
- Easy-to-license popular music via Soundstripe Market
- Intuitive tools that support your workflow
- Transparent, affordable pricing
Licensing that grows with your content
If you’re a modern creator, Soundstripe isn’t just an option—it’s your creative partner. Level up your music licensing today with Soundstripe!
- Browse the Soundstripe Library
- Explore Soundstripe Market
- Learn more about Soundstripe’s subscriptions and terms
*All information is up-to-date at the time of publication
