Discover SOS FOR ARTISTS: A Complete Platform for Modern Music Creators
Designed to support independent artists, producers, and collaborators at every stage of the music-making journey, SOS FOR ARTISTS is a new subscription service from Sound On Sound that brings together all the tools needed to take your music from idea to release.
Create
1. Sample Selection Made Simple
Over 3 million royalty-free samples — with new packs added every week. Up to 2,400 sample credits per year are included in the Pro subscription (buy more if required) plus an advanced search and preview tool that lets you tempo-match.
2. Instruments & Synths
Included with SOS FOR ARTISTS is a curated collection of 40 high-quality plug-in instruments from respected brands like Spitfire, UJAM, Arturia, Synchro Arts, IK Multimedia, GForce, Sonuscore, LANDR and more.
3. Stem Extraction with AudioShake
An integrated stem-splitting plug-in allows you to isolate vocals, drums, bass, or instrumental parts from full mixes — right inside your DAW or via the web platform.
4. Starter DAWs Included
For newcomers, the subscription includes lite versions of Steinberg Cubase and Ableton Live.
DAW-integrated tools to streamline sample selection and composition.
Produce
1. Mix & Effects Tools
The curated effects collection includes EQs, Compressors, Reverbs, Delays, Saturators and creative effects from trusted names. Highlights include Eventide’s CrushStation, Arturia’s Rev PLATE-140, TAIP by Baby Audio, and MixBox SE from IK Multimedia, plus Synchro Arts’ powerful VocAlign and RePitch plug-ins.
2. Mastering — Fast, Intelligent
SOS FOR ARTISTS includes access to the advanced AI mastering engine from LANDR — available both online and as a plug-in. It analyses your track’s dynamics, frequency spectrum, tempo, and stereo image to deliver a tailored master that you can continue to refine.
Refined tools for mixing and mastering, suitable for both quick demos and professional releases.
Distribute
1. Global Digital Distribution
Distribute your music to over 150 platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, TIDAL, Amazon, TikTok and Deezer. Just upload your tracks, artwork, and metadata, set a release date, and go live within 2–7 days. Migrating from another distributor? Bring your existing catalogue and retain your Play stats and Followers.
2. Royalty Splits & Monetisation
The Royalty Split feature built into SOS FOR ARTISTS allows you to divide earnings with collaborators. Just enter percentages. Payments are processed with low thresholds — starting at just $1 via PayPal — and you retain 100% of your royalties.
3. YouTube Integration
Link your official YouTube artist channel to keep distributed content and subscriber base in one place.
4. Cover Song Licensing
Mechanical licenses for cover songs are handled automatically with a simple one-time fee. a direct link to the Harry Fox database helps you verify original composers and credit them properly.
What You Get In SOS FOR ARTISTS Pro
- 40+ Curated Plug-ins, Instruments, Effects, Production Tools
- 3 Million+ 100% Royalty-free sounds
- Free Sample Pack to download every week
- LANDR Mastering plug-in
- Unlimited Distribution 2,400 Sample Credits
- £2,000$2,000 Extra Value Partner Bundle
- Unlimited MP3 Masters
- Unlimited WAV & HD WAV Masters
Offer Pricing
The SOS FOR ARTISTS Pro plan (usually $198£198 per year), is currently available at only $138.60£138.60 per year (or pay monthly).
