Fiddle
Fiddle Type: noun, instrument, equipment Pronunciation: /fid-ull/ Related: Violinist, Violin What does Fiddle mean? A violin; A four-stringed instrument played with a bow. A fiddle is another word for a violin. A fiddle (violin) is a four-stringed instrument played with a bow. A fiddle has a shallow body and is played with a bow by […]
Fidelity
Fidelity Type: noun Pronunciation: /fid-ell-lee-tee/ What does Fidelity mean? The quality of the audio. Fidelity refers to the quality of the audio. High fidelity (also known as Hi-Fi) means high quality, and low fidelity (also known as Lo-Fi) means low quality, in terms of bitrate/sample rate. Fidelity synonyms: Hi-Fidelity, Hi-Fi, Lo-Fi Example sentence: “What is […]
File Sharing
File Sharing Type: noun Pronunciation: /file-share-ing/ Also spelled or known as: Filesharing, File-Sharing Related: P2P, File What does File Sharing mean? The sharing of digital files between users or systems. In music, file sharing may be legal when authorized or infringing when songs, albums, or recordings are shared without permission. File Sharing synonyms: Filesharing, Digital […]
Film Music
Film Music Type: noun Pronunciation: /film-mew-zik/ Also spelled or known as: Movie Music Plural: Film Music Works Related: Film Score What does Film Music mean? 1. Pre-cleared music made available for licensing. 2. Music created, selected, or licensed for use in films. Film music may include original scores, licensed songs, source music, themes, and background […]
Film Score
Film Score Type: noun Pronunciation: /film-skor/ Also spelled or known as: Motion Picture Score Plural: Film Scores Related: Score What does Film Score mean? Original music composed specifically for a film. A Film Score helps establish mood, emotion, pacing, and dramatic impact within a motion picture. Film Score synonyms: Motion Picture Score, Movie Score, Original […]
FILSCAP
FILSCAP Type: noun, acronym, organization Pronunciation: /fil-skap/ or /f-i-l-s-c-a-p/ Also spelled or known as: Filipino Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers Related: Performing Rights Society, FILSCAP Registrations What does FILSCAP mean? Filipino Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers; The Philippines’ collective management organization for musical works. FILSCAP administers public performance, mechanical reproduction, and synchronization rights […]
Filter
Filter Type: noun, effect Pronunciation: /fil-ter/ Plural: Filters What does Filter mean? An effect that only allows a particular band of frequencies to pass through. Filter is an effect that only allows a particular band of frequencies to pass through. Different filter types include low-pass filter, high-pass filter, band-pass filters and band-reject filters. Different types […]
FIMI
FIMI Type: noun, acronym, organization Pronunciation: /fee-mee/ or /f-i-m-i/ Also spelled or known as: Federazione Industria Musicale Italiana, Federation of the Italian Music Industry Related: Recording Industry Association What does FIMI mean? Federazione Industria Musicale Italiana; Federation of the Italian Music Industry; Italy’s trade association representing the recorded music industry. FIMI represents record labels, publishes […]
Final Mix
Final Mix Type: noun Pronunciation: /fie-nuhl-miks/ Also spelled or known as: Finished Mix Plural: Final Mixes Related: Mixing What does Final Mix mean? The completed version of a recording after all mixing decisions are finalized before mastering. A Final Mix is the approved version of a recording that balances vocals, instruments, effects, and dynamics before […]
Finder’s Fee
Finder’s Fee Type: noun Pronunciation: /fine-derz-fee/ Also spelled or known as: Referral Fee Plural: Finder’s Fees Related: Deal What does Finder’s Fee mean? Payment made to someone who introduces or sources talent or an opportunity. In music, Finder’s Fees may be paid for introducing artists, investors, catalog buyers, sponsors, producers, or licensing opportunities. Finder’s Fee […]
Fingerprint
Fingerprint Type: noun, verb Pronunciation: /fing-ger-print/ Also spelled or known as: Audio Fingerprint Plural: Fingerprints Related: Audio Fingerprinting, Audio Fingerprint What does Fingerprint mean? A unique digital signature used to identify audio. Music fingerprinting helps platforms recognize recordings, detect matches, track usage, and manage rights. Fingerprint synonyms: Audio Fingerprint, Acoustic Signature, Content Match ID Example […]
Firm
Firm Type: noun Pronunciation: /ferm/ Also spelled or known as: Company Plural: Firms Related: Company What does Firm mean? A business organization that sells goods or services to make a profit. Music firms may provide legal, accounting, management, publishing, marketing, distribution, licensing, or consulting services. Firm synonyms: Company, Business, Organization Example sentence: “The law firm specializes […]
Firm Album
Firm Album Type: noun Pronunciation: /furm-al-bum/ Also spelled or known as: Committed Album Plural: Firm Albums Related: Option Album, Recording Commitment What does Firm Album mean? An album that a record label is contractually obligated to release or that an artist is contractually obligated to deliver under a recording agreement. A firm album differs from […]
First Quarter
First Quarter Type: noun Pronunciation: /first-kor-ter/ Also spelled or known as: Q1, 1st Quarter Related: Financial Quarter, Q1, 1st Quarter, Q2, 2nd Quarter, Second Quarter, 3rd Quarter, Q3, Third Quarter, Q4, 4th Quarter, Fourth Quarter What does First Quarter mean? The first 3 months of a calendar year; January, February, & March. In music business […]
First Right of Refusal
First Right of Refusal Type: noun Pronunciation: /furst-ryt-uhv-ruh-fyoo-zul/ Also spelled or known as: ROFR Plural: First Rights of Refusal Related: Option What does First Right of Refusal mean? A contractual right allowing one party the opportunity to match or accept an offer before the owner can accept a competing offer elsewhere. This provision is common […]
First Use
First Use Type: noun Pronunciation: /first-yoos/ Also spelled or known as: Initial Release Plural: First Uses Related: Mechanical License, First Commercial Use What does First Use mean? 1. The first authorized release or exploitation of a musical work. 2. The first use of a musician work or brand name for the first time in commerce. […]
Five Figures
Five Figures Type: noun Pronunciation: /five-fig-yerz/ Also spelled or known as: Tens of Thousands, 5 Figures Related: Income, 5 Figures What does Five Figures mean? A number from 10,000 to 99,999. In music, Five Figures may describe advances, sync fees, merch revenue, catalog income, or show guarantees. Five Figures synonyms: Tens of Thousands, Five-Digit Amount, High […]
Fixation
Fixation Type: noun Pronunciation: /fik-say-shun/ Also spelled or known as: Recording Plural: Fixations Related: Fixed What does Fixation mean? The act of writing or recording a musical work in a tangible or permanent form. The act of writing or recording a musical work or performance in a tangible form, IE; sound recording, sheet music, etc. In […]
Fixed
Fixed Type: adjective Pronunciation: /fikst/ Also spelled or known as: Recorded Related: Fixation, Fixed in a Tangible Medium of Expression What does Fixed mean? Captured in a tangible form capable of being reproduced or perceived. A work is considered Fixed when it has been written, recorded, filmed, saved, or otherwise preserved. Fixation is an important […]
Fixed in a Tangible Medium of Expression
Fixed in a Tangible Medium of Expression Type: phrase Pronunciation: /fikst-in-uh-tan-juh-bul-mee-dee-um-of-ik-spresh-un/ Also spelled or known as: Fixed in Tangible Form Related: Fixation What does Fixed in a Tangible Medium of Expression mean? Captured in a form that can be perceived, reproduced, or communicated. In music, a song may be fixed when it is written down, […]
Fixed Percentage
Fixed Percentage Type: noun Pronunciation: /fikst-per-sen-tij/ Also spelled or known as: Percentage Share Plural: Fixed Percentages Related: Royalty Rate What does Fixed Percentage mean? A predetermined percentage that remains unchanged unless modified by agreement. Fixed percentages commonly determine royalty splits, ownership interests, commissions, publishing shares, and profit participation. Fixed Percentage synonyms: Percentage Share, Fixed Share […]
Fixer
Fixer Type: noun Pronunciation: /fik-ser/ Also spelled or known as: Local Fixer Plural: Fixers Related: Production What does Fixer mean? Someone responsible for hiring and managing session musicians for recording studios, live performance or tours, or theater productions. In music and touring, fixers may help with studio sessions, venues, permits, crews, translators, transport, equipment, or […]