Professional Split Sheets for Independent Artists & Labels Worldwide
One split sheet.
Every song you release.
The industry-standard split sheet as a fillable PDF — publishing and master splits on one page. Buy it once for $7, download instantly, reuse forever.
How it works
Buy the PDF
$7 one-time. Secure Shopify checkout — takes under a minute.
Fill it in
Type directly into the fillable fields, or print and fill by hand.
Sign & keep
Signature blocks for up to 6 parties. Reuse it for every release.
Why this one
Covers both sides
Most templates only handle publishing. This one covers publishing and master recording splits on a single page.
Up to 6 parties
Room for writers, producers, featured artists, publishers — everyone gets their own row.
Yours forever
Pay once, download instantly, and reuse it for every song, every collab, every project. No subscriptions, no per-song fees.
Globally usable
Includes PRO fields compatible with ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, SOCAN, PRS, APRA, and other international societies.
Ready in minutes
Download immediately after checkout and have it signed before the session ends. No account required.
SoundExchange ready
The LOD bundle adds a Letter of Direction formatted specifically for SoundExchange royalty designation.
Publishing Splits
- Song title & alternative title
- Artist / performing name
- Album / EP / project name
- ISRC & ISWC identifiers
- Genre & BPM / Key
- Legal name (up to 6 writers)
- PRO affiliation
- IPI / CAE number
- Publisher name & publisher PRO
- Ownership split percentage
Master Recording Splits
- Legal name (up to 6 parties)
- Role (producer, artist, engineer…)
- Record label
- Email address
- Ownership split percentage
- Date & reference number
- Notes / additional terms box
- 6 signature blocks
- Logo placeholder (your branding)
- LOD: SoundExchange direction table (bundle)
Simple pricing.
One payment. Yours forever. Reuse for every release.
Split Sheet
The professional fillable split sheet PDF. Buy once, use for every song you ever release.
- Publishing splits (6 parties)
- Master recording splits (6 parties)
- All metadata & identifier fields
- Notes / additional terms
- 6 signature blocks
- Logo placeholder
- Instant download — unlimited reuse
Split Sheet + LOD
Everything in the Split Sheet, plus a Letter of Direction for SoundExchange and neighboring rights societies.
- Everything in Split Sheet
- Letter of Direction (Page 2)
- SoundExchange member # fields
- Royalty direction table (6 rows)
- Authorizing signature blocks
- Works with all neighboring rights orgs
- Instant download — unlimited reuse
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Frequently asked questions
What is a music split sheet?
A music split sheet is a legally binding agreement between songwriters, producers, and other collaborators that documents each party's ownership percentage of a song. It covers both the composition (publishing splits) and the master recording (master splits).
How does the process work?
Buy the PDF ($7, or $12 for the LOD bundle) via secure Shopify checkout. Your download starts immediately after payment and a download link is also sent to your email. Fill in the fields on your computer or print it and fill by hand.
Can I reuse it for multiple songs?
Yes — that's the point. You buy it once and it's yours forever. Use it for every song, every collab, every release. No subscriptions, no per-song fees.
Do I need a split sheet for every song?
Yes — any song with more than one contributor should have a split sheet. Without one, ownership disputes can arise when a song is synced, streamed, or sampled.
What’s the difference between publishing splits and master recording splits?
Publishing splits cover the composition — the melody and lyrics — and determine how songwriting royalties are divided. Master recording splits cover the actual recorded version and determine how master royalties are divided among producers, artists, and labels.
Is this a legal document?
Yes. A signed split sheet is a binding agreement between all parties. It documents the agreed ownership percentages for both the composition and the master recording. We recommend all parties retain a signed copy.
What format do I receive?
A fillable PDF — type directly into every field, or print and fill by hand. It can be signed digitally using Adobe Acrobat, DocuSign, or any PDF signing tool, or printed and signed in the room.
What is a Letter of Direction (LOD)?
A Letter of Direction tells SoundExchange (or another neighboring rights society) how to split and direct digital performance royalties. If you have a producer, featured artist, or label who needs royalties routed separately, the LOD is required.
Does this work outside the United States?
Yes. The PRO fields support international societies including PRS (UK), SOCAN (Canada), APRA AMCOS (Australia/New Zealand), ASCAP, BMI, SESAC, and others.