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CD Baby vs Symphonic
CD Baby and Symphonic are both music distribution platforms. Fees — CD Baby: $9.99/single one-time + 9% of revenue. Symphonic: Starter $19.99/yr keep 100%, Partner 15%.
Updated · from each platform’s published fees and payout terms · how we verify
Key differences
- Fees — CD Baby: $9.99/single one-time + 9% of revenue. Symphonic: Starter $19.99/yr keep 100%, Partner 15%.
- Both pay out via Bank transfer and PayPal.
- CD Baby is the older platform — founded in 1998, 8 years before Symphonic (2006).
Which should you choose?
Choose CD Baby if…
- You prefer a long track record (since 1998).
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CD Baby
A veteran independent distributor with no annual fees - pay once per release and CD Baby keeps a 9% commission…
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Symphonic
A distribution company serving independent artists and labels, with royalty splitting, sync licensing, and mar…
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| Type | Music distribution like DistroKid | Music distribution like DistroKid |
| Category | Audio & Voice | Audio & Voice |
| Vetted | No | No |
| Work from home | Yes | Yes |
| Fees | $9.99/single one-time + 9% of revenue | Starter $19.99/yr keep 100%, Partner 15% |
| Withdraw via | Bank transfer, PayPal | Bank transfer, PayPal |
| Availability | Worldwide | Worldwide |
| Founded | 1998 | 2006 |
| Headquarters | Portland, United States | Tampa, United States |
| Popularity | 46 views · 0 likes | 39 views · 0 likes |
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, CD Baby or Symphonic?
CD Baby: $9.99/single one-time + 9% of revenue. Symphonic: Starter $19.99/yr keep 100%, Partner 15%.
Where are CD Baby and Symphonic available?
CD Baby: Worldwide. Symphonic: Worldwide.