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Last updated 01/21/2026
| Feature | Emubands | Soundcloud |
|---|---|---|
| AI Licensing | No | No |
| Artificial Streaming | 3 Strikes - $10 per track + Ban | Yes - $10 per track |
| Beatport | Yes | Yes |
| Classical | Yes | Yes |
| Content ID | Yes - Varies by plan. | Keep 100% |
| Copyright Infringement | Appeal | Appeal |
| Custom Label Name | Yes - Varies by plan. | Yes |
| Customer Support | Basic: Email- General Pro: Live chat, Video call, & Phone | Email- General |
| Dolby Atmos | No | Yes |
| Exclusivity | No | No |
| KYC | No | No |
| Music Fights Fraud Member | No | Yes |
| Music stays Live | Yes | No - Removed from all stores |
| Music Videos | No | No |
| New Stores | Yes | Doesn't specify |
| Payment Threshold | No | $25 |
| Pre-Orders | Yes | No |
| Price | From $0 - $60 Varies by plan | $99 Annually |
| Price per Release | $12.50 per Single | $25 per Album or EP | None |
| Primary Artists | Unclear | Free - Unlimited |
| Rating | 4.8/5 | 3.6/5 |
| Revenue Share | Keep 100% | Keep 100% |
| Stores | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Tax Treaty | No - Not Subject to 30% Tax | Yes - Subject to 30% Tax |
| Transaction Fees | 2.9% Uncapped for PayPal | Not specified |
| UPC Codes | Included + Bring your own | Included + Bring your own |