Pay Source

A pay source is a general term to identify any organization, society, or digital service provider that pays out royalties earned for the use of a song. Included in these pay sources are collection societies, which you're probably more familiar with.

Related Terms:

• Collection Societies
• Performing Rights Organization
• Mechanical Rights Organization
• Collective Management Organization

Related Article:

• Defining Pay Sources
  
• Mechanical vs Performance Royalties
  
• The Guide to USA & Canada PROs

Related Resources:

• Defining Pay Sources Webinar