Guides
Short, honest answers to the questions artists ask before buying a beat — written by Beat Boy Studios, the producer behind the catalogue.
What makes a beat premium?
Not all beats for sale are release-ready. Here is what separates a premium, professionally curated beat from a loop pack export — and what to check before you buy.
WAV vs MP3 beats: what's the difference?
WAV is uncompressed and mix-ready, MP3 is compressed and small. Here is when each format matters for recording, mixing, mastering and distribution.
Trap vs drill beats: how to tell them apart
Trap and drill share DNA but differ in tempo, 808 behaviour and hi-hat patterns. Learn which one suits your flow before you buy a beat.
How to choose the right beat for your song
A practical checklist for picking a beat: tempo against your natural cadence, key against your vocal range, arrangement, space in the mix and licensing.
How beat licensing works
Beat licences explained in plain language: what permission you are buying, what to check before you release, and what a Beat Boy Studios licence includes.
How to lease a beat: a beginner's guide
New to buying beats online? Here is how leasing works step by step — what you pay for, what you receive, what you are allowed to release, and how Beat Boy Studios does it.
How to pick the right BPM and key for your flow
Tempo and key decide how a beat feels under your voice. Here is how to match BPM to your natural cadence and choose a key that sits in your vocal range.