Overview of Fields
Description (Required)
The description is where you explain what you’re looking for in plain language.Requirements
- Minimum: 10 characters
- Maximum: 500 characters
- Write it in plain language producers can act on quickly
What to Include
- Type of song you’re making
- Style and vibe you want
- Specific elements (instruments, sounds)
- Artist or song references
- What the beat will be used for
Example
Looking for an upbeat R&B/Pop beat with a groovy bassline and smooth synths. Think something like The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights” vibe but more laid back. Need it for a summer single about new beginnings.
Reference Track (Required)
A reference track is a link to a song that represents the sound you want. This is the most important specification because it gives producers an audio example.Accepted Links
You can use URLs from:- YouTube — youtube.com, youtu.be
- Spotify — open.spotify.com
- SoundCloud — soundcloud.com
- Apple Music — music.apple.com
- Any public audio URL
Requirements
- Must be a valid URL
- Maximum 500 characters
- Must be publicly accessible
Tips for Choosing References
- Pick something close — Don’t reference a rock song if you want hip-hop
- Consider production, not just the artist — Focus on the beat itself
- Multiple references in description — You can mention other songs in your description for additional context
How to use a reference track responsibly
Good reference notes:- “I like the tempo and spacious hook section.”
- “Use this as mood direction, not a copy.”
- “Similar energy, but different melody and drums.”
- “Leave room for melodic vocals.”
- “Avoid recreating the main melody.”
- “Make this exact beat.”
- “Clone this YouTube beat.”
- “Same melody, same drums.”
- “I want this but cheaper.”
Genre (Optional)
The genre field helps categorize your request so producers can quickly identify if it matches their style.Format
- Letters, numbers, spaces, and common separators such as
-,&,/,(,),., and' - Maximum 100 characters
Common Genres
Examples
Melodic TrapR&B & SoulFuture BassLo-Fi Hip-Hop
BPM Range (Optional)
BPM (beats per minute) indicates the tempo or speed of the beat. Providing a range helps producers understand your pace preference.Format
- Numbers and dashes only
- Spaces are also allowed
- Examples:
140,120-140,90-100 - Maximum 20 characters
Common BPM Ranges by Genre
Tips
- Give a range — “120-140” is better than a single number
- Match the genre — Make sure your BPM fits the style
- Consider the song — Faster for energy, slower for emotion
Key (Optional)
The key helps producers understand the tonal center you want. In the current BeatPass form, you pick both a Key and a Scale, and BeatPass stores the final value together.Format
- Letters, numbers, spaces, and
# - Examples:
C Minor,F# Major,A Minor - Maximum 10 characters
Common Keys in Music Production
When to Specify Key
- You have existing vocals in a specific key
- You’re matching another track
- You have a strong preference for the emotional feel
If you’re not sure about musical keys, it’s okay to leave this blank. Your reference track will give producers enough guidance.
Mood (Optional)
The mood describes the emotional feel or atmosphere of the beat you want.Format
- Letters and spaces only
- Maximum 50 characters
Common Moods
Examples
Dark and aggressiveUpliftingChill vibesEmotional but hopeful
Budget (Optional)
If you want to signal spending range, you can add a budget. This helps producers decide whether the request fits the level of opportunity you are describing.Format
- Enter a number or range such as
50,50-100, or200 - Choose one of the available currencies in the form: USD, CAD, EUR, or GBP
- BeatPass stores the final value as text, such as
50-100 USD
Important Notes
- Budget is optional and informational only
- BeatPass doesn’t handle payments for beat requests
- Any transaction happens directly between you and the producer
- Submissions come from producers’ existing catalogs
Including a budget can attract more serious submissions. Budget is informational — it signals what you are willing to spend, but the actual licensing or purchase still happens through BeatPass’s normal licensing flow or through direct conversation with the producer.
How Specifications Help
The more detail you provide, the better your results:Common Mistakes to Avoid
Conflicting specifications
Conflicting specifications
Don’t ask for a “140 BPM chill R&B beat” — 140 BPM is typically too fast for chill R&B. Make sure your specs align.
Reference track doesn't match description
Reference track doesn't match description
If your reference is a trap song but you describe wanting R&B, producers won’t know what you actually want.
Too vague
Too vague
“Good beat” or “fire instrumental” doesn’t help. Be specific about style, mood, and elements.
Treating budget like an in-app payment
Treating budget like an in-app payment
Budget helps set expectations. Normal track licensing on BeatPass (standard downloads, exclusive purchases) works through the regular platform flow. Custom negotiations beyond that happen directly with the producer.
Too restrictive
Too restrictive
Requiring exactly “132 BPM in F# Minor with specific synths” may limit submissions. Give some flexibility.
Related Topics
Creating Requests
Step-by-step guide to posting a request.
For Producers
How producers interpret your specifications.
Non-Exclusive License
Understand the standard license that applies when you release a finished song.
AI Audio Policy
Review the human-made standard that applies to submitted beats.
Trust Stack
See how reference-guided discovery connects to proof and rights.