APM Music vs StockMusic.com
APM Music
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| Figure | APM Music | StockMusic.com |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | — |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | Yes | — |
| Android | Yes | — |
| API | Yes | — |
| Self-hosted | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 0 | 3 |
| Spec score · Stock Music Libraries | 8.0 (#9) | 7.0 (#40) |
| Catalog | APM describes its catalog as bringing together music from more than 150 libraries. | The site says it offers more than 400,000 individual tracks, including music and sound effects. |
| Headquarters | APM Music lists its address as 5700 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 550, Los Angeles, CA 90036. | Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada |
Plans
StockMusic.com
- Sound Effects$1.99, paid once
- 4-Channel Quad Sound Effects$2.99, paid once
- Music Tracks$9.95, paid once
In their own words
APM Music
APM Music provides a licensed music catalog for creators working in film, television, advertising, video games, social media, and related production. APM says its library has been built for more than forty years and now adds 180 albums and 2,200 tracks each month, with stems. Its Canadian resources feature tracks from more than 150 libraries worldwide. Search tools include a music search engine, assistance from Music Directors, and a Canadian-composer filter. Users can reach the catalog through Final Cut Pro and Adobe Premiere Pro extensions, while the Qwire Cue Sheet Tool supplies templates and simplified reporting. Accounts allow listening, project folders, and sharing; downloads require registration approval, with registration providing 10 immediate downloads. APM states that tracks include full indemnification and simple licensing. Temporary tracks incur no charge until public presentation. Pricing is on request, and indie filmmakers are directed to ask about rates and bundles.
StockMusic.com
StockMusic.com has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.