Question about master and performer royalties

[hubert]

Hey everyone,

The vast majority of libraries will get 100% of the publisher royalties, and we get 100% of the writer royalties. And from what I've seen the library will register the tracks on your PRO.

What about the other types of royalties, such as the master or performer royalties (or the reproduction rights) - is this something they would now own, or do we still own them?

Would this be a good question to ask the libraries we work with?

[hubert]

Thanks! Yes, the one contract I've signed mentions sync fees (50%), and the mechanicals (50%).

How about the master, who owns it in a typical deal? I don't see anything about this in the contract.

[hubert]

Ah ok, makes sense. Thanks so much for the help!