Marmoset
Stock music software
Stock media software
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What is Marmoset
Marmoset is a stock media marketplace focused on licensing music and sound effects for use in video, advertising, podcasts, and other media productions. It serves creators and production teams that need pre-cleared audio assets with straightforward licensing terms. The catalog is curated and typically emphasizes independent artists and labels, with search and filtering geared toward production workflows.
Curated music catalog
Marmoset positions its library as curated rather than purely volume-driven, which can reduce time spent sifting through large numbers of similar tracks. This approach can be useful for editors and producers who prioritize distinct musical styles. The catalog focus also supports discovery of independent artists for projects that want less-common tracks.
Licensing for media projects
The product is built around licensing music and sound effects for commercial and client work. It provides a clear path to obtain usage rights without negotiating directly with rights holders for each track. This aligns with common production needs such as online video, branded content, and broadcast-related deliverables.
Search and filtering for audio
Marmoset provides browsing and search features oriented to music selection, such as genre/mood-style discovery and track-level metadata. These tools help teams shortlist options and compare tracks quickly during edit cycles. For audio-first sourcing, this can be more efficient than general-purpose stock media browsing.
Narrower than broad stock sites
Compared with large, general stock media libraries, Marmoset is more specialized around audio. Buyers who want a single subscription covering video, images, templates, and audio may need additional vendors. This can increase procurement and license-tracking overhead across projects.
Subscription coverage may vary
Stock media buyers often prefer predictable, all-you-can-license subscription models across many asset types. Marmoset’s licensing approach may not match organizations that require uniform subscription terms for high-volume usage. Teams should validate whether pricing and license scope fit their distribution channels and client requirements.
Limited enterprise administration features
Many stock platforms provide enterprise controls such as centralized seat management, SSO, detailed usage reporting, and compliance workflows. Publicly visible information about Marmoset’s enterprise-grade administration features is limited compared with larger platforms. Larger teams may need to confirm governance, auditability, and account controls before standardizing.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $12.00 per month (billed annually) or $18.00 per month (monthly) | MixLab™ in-app editing, TrackID™ ContentID resolution, unlimited downloads and stems, unlimited monetization (web & social). Source: Track Club pricing page. |
| Business | $39.00 per month (billed annually) or $58.00 per month (monthly) | MixLab™, TrackID™, unlimited downloads/stems, commercial use including paid digital ads for end clients up to 250 employees. |
| Enterprise | Request a quote (custom pricing) | Custom terms, team accounts, dedicated support; contact sales for pricing. |
Usage-based (single-song licenses on Marmoset.com) Pricing model: Pay-per-song / one-time license fees Free tier/trial: N/A (single-license purchases are one-time paid fees) Example costs (selected license types from Marmoset license agreement): Independent Film – $299.00; Small Business – $315.00 (1–20 employees) / $525.00 (21–50) / $750.00 (51–100); Non-Profit – $150.00 (1–20) / $250.00 (21–50) / $365.00 (51–100); Wedding Film – $99.00; Podcast – Single Use $85.00 / Series $260.00; Individual Creator – $69.00; Student – $49.00; Event – $55.00 (1–20) / $105.00 (21–50) / $155.00 (51–100); Showreel – $79.00. Discount/options: Custom quotes available for enterprise/custom needs; contact Marmoset for bespoke licensing.
