Complete our survey and enter the prize draw for a chance to win a $50 Amazon voucher.* Closing date 5th April 2026. The information you provide in this survey is for Sound On Sound's use only. 1. Music Creation & Workflow 1.1 Where do you currently spend the most time in your music workflow? (Select up to two) * Composition / arrangement Sound design / synthesis Editing & cleanup Mixing Mastering / finishing Preparing assets for release (formats, loudness, metadata) Collaboration / revisions 1.2 Which components are essential to your current setup? (Select all that apply) * Distribution or release platforms Third-party plugins (EQ, dynamics, spatial, etc.) Virtual instruments / synths Sample libraries / loops Mastering tools or services AI-assisted tools (e.g. stem separation, enhancement, generative) Primary DAW (please specify) If you selected “Primary DAW”, please specify: - None -Ableton LiveCubaseDigital PerformerLogic ProPro ToolsReaperStudio One Pro / Fender Studio ProOther DAW 1.3 When choosing tools, how important are sound quality and technical control? * 1 – Not important 2 – Somewhat important 3 – Important 4 – Very important 5 – Absolutely essential 2. Technical Needs 2.1 What most limits your ability to achieve the results you want today? (Select up to two) * Time constraints Workflow friction between tools Technical complexity / setup overhead Lack of truly high-quality or trustworthy tools Inconsistent results Budget constraints 2.2 How well do your current tools scale with your expertise? * Very well — they support advanced workflows Mostly — but I’m starting to hit limits Poorly — they slow me down or feel opaque Hard to say 2.3 Which audio tool categories are most critical to your work? (Rank top three or N/A if less important) EQ / dynamics processing 1 2 3 N/A Spatial effects (reverb, delay, ambience) 1 2 3 N/A Instruments / synthesis 1 2 3 N/A Genre-specific or specialist tools 1 2 3 N/A Vocal processing 1 2 3 N/A AI-assisted or machine learning-based tools 1 2 3 N/A 3. Distribution & Release 3.1 Have you released music publicly? * Yes, regularly Yes, occasionally Not yet 3.2 How do you typically handle distribution or release? * Third-party distributor (e.g. DistroKid, TuneCore, CD Baby) Label or publishing partner Direct / self-managed uploads I don’t handle distribution myself 3.3 How do you feel about distribution tools and services overall? * Solved problem, largely invisible to me Necessary but friction-heavy process Confusing or overly manual process Not relevant to my work 4. Education, Guidance & Trust 4.1 How important is learning, documentation, or workflow guidance when adopting new tools? * 1 – Not important 2 – Somewhat important 3 – Important 4 – Very important 5 – Absolutely essential 4.2 What type of educational or editorial content do you value most? (Select up to two) * End-to-end professional workflows Genre- or use-case-specific techniques Deep technical breakdowns (signal flow, design choices) Case studies from experienced creators Live sessions, interviews, or Q&A 4.3 What most builds trust in a music tool or platform? (Select all that apply) * Clear, transparent explanation of how it works Proven audio quality and technical credibility Endorsement or coverage by trusted publications Practical, real-world use cases Adoption by peers or professional community 5. About SOS For Artists Visit www.sosforartists.com to learn more. 5.1 Which features or benefits matter most to you when considering a subscription to a service such as SOS For Artists? (Select up to two) * Access to genuinely high-quality plugins or tools Reliable mastering or finishing solutions Curated samples or sound libraries Distribution or release services A coherent, end-to-end professional workflow High-value educational or editorial content 5.2 Do you currently find anything unclear or ambiguous about SOS For Artists? 5.3 What feature would make a service like this feel valuable to you? Your Details First Name * Last Name * Email To enter the free Amazon voucher prize draw tick box Yes *Three prizes to be won. The winners will be contacted by 30th April. To receive further information about SOS For Artists tick box Yes Leave this field blank