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composer, the whole search parameter that all sites offer," says Firstenberg. "It becomes a question of how fast it comes up and how fast it plays. That's always a big competition among libraries. Ours is proprietary. It was built for MusicBox. No other is exactly like it." When the client finds something they like, similar tracks. In that case, a MusicBox music supervisor can put together a project folder for the client to review. MusicBox has practically done away with the production of CDs. These days, they are delivering WAV, AIF and MP3 files through its Website or on hard drives. Only those working in Japan and parts of Germany seem to require CDs, says Firstenberg, so the company "produces low amounts." Their Website is also scheduled for an upgrade that will allow Users can get their Pro Sound Effects via a Glyph hard drive. Megatrax_March_2012.pdf 1 2/3/2012 3:06:07 PM they can set up an account. "As soon as we find out they are a legitimate business need- ing music, then they are able to download music directly." On occasion, a client may find a single piece of music and might need a number of for direct licensing, with the user selecting a track, the territory it will be used in and the rights they need. They'll be able to make final payment using a credit card. Music publishers will also be able to access their account online to gain realtime status of licenses, use, etc. PRO SOUND EFFECTS Founded in 2004, Pro Sound Effects rep- resents several catalogs, including Blastwave FX, Sonopedia, BBC, Foundation, Soundrang- Stockmusic.com buys Sonomic RICHMOND HILL, ONTARIO — Stockmusic.com, the music and sound effects download division of Sound Ideas, has purchased the assets of Sonomic, a royalty-free download site that caters to the professional audio industry. The Sonomic site is now closed to new online purchases and all inquiries and requests are being referred directly to StockMusic.com. StockMusic.com provides online download access to the com- plete Sound Ideas Sound Effects Library. This includes over 110,000 audio files, more than 12,700 royalty-free music tracks on 300 CDs, and in excess of 17,000 production elements. StockMusic.com also provides a free downloads section for their registered members. ers and Hollywood Edge. At press time, the company had just launched a new Website with over 100,000 sounds that could be previewed in their entirety. According to Laura Sinnott, library and communications specialist at Pro Sound Effects (www.prosoundeffects.com), the aim of the new Website is to make the online experience as convenient for pros as pos- sible. That was achieved in two ways, she notes. One is through her efforts as a cura- continued on page 46 The Independent Music Choice Megatrax is the leading independent source for exclusive production music worldwide. For over 20 years our music has been heard in literally thousands of television programs, feature films, commercials, promos, trailers and multimedia projects. Our independence allows us the flexibility to deliver the highest quality music coupled with a level of personalized client service unmatched in the industry. And now with our new website, finding that perfect track has never been easier! scan the tag to watch our sizzle reel ® Proud Member of www.megatrax.com 1.888.MEGA.555 info@megatrax.com