The Orchard

Spec sheet

What it does

The Orchard describes itself as a full-service music distribution company offering artist and label services.Read 5 Oct 2026 · theorchard.com

Privacy

The Orchard site links to Sony Music’s privacy policy, which describes collection and use of information from its websites, services, and emails.Read 5 Oct 2026 · theorchard.com

Support

Current clients are directed to contact their Label Manager for account questions and support.Read 5 Oct 2026 · theorchard.com

Advertising

Its Lite Services campaigns use preset objectives and targeted ads across YouTube, TikTok, Meta, Instagram, Facebook, and Spotify.Read 5 Oct 2026 · advertising.theorchard.com

Analytics

The Orchard says its services use transparent data analysis to help reach fans and grow audiences.Read 5 Oct 2026 · theorchard.com

Audio format limits

Accepted audio formats include WAV and FLAC at listed bit depths and sample rates, plus Apple Lossless at 16-bit/44.1 kHz; mixed bit depths within one release are disallowed.Read 5 Oct 2026 · helpcenter.theorchard.com

Campaign objectives

Listed objectives include video views, subscriber growth, post engagement, link traffic, follower growth, pre-saves, and Spotify clicks to stream.Read 5 Oct 2026 · advertising.theorchard.com

Client portal

Clients use Workstation to access account support and a Help Center with music distribution, analytics, payments and accounting, and account topics.Read 5 Oct 2026 · helpcenter.theorchard.com

Distribution

Offerings include digital and physical sales and marketing, rights management, video monetization, and publishing administration.Read 5 Oct 2026 · theorchard.com

Payment terms

Payment frequency depends on the client’s contract and territory, and a payment minimum must be met before payment is issued.Read 5 Oct 2026 · helpcenter.theorchard.com

Premium campaigns

Premium advertising offers bespoke, multi-phase campaigns and personalized support, with higher minimum investments available through a Relationship Manager.Read 5 Oct 2026 · advertising.theorchard.com

Promo Player security

The Help Center says a Promo Player link can be disabled, only one URL is live at a time, and its streaming audio is encrypted against simple downloading.Read 5 Oct 2026 · helpcenter.theorchard.com

Release timing

The Help Center recommends submitting audio releases 6–8 weeks before the street date because delivery times vary by store.Read 5 Oct 2026 · helpcenter.theorchard.com

Who it serves

Its services are aimed at artists, labels, and creators.Read 5 Oct 2026 · theorchard.com

Plans and prices

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Where Specifiction places it

• Music Distribution Platforms#26 of 317.1