Complete Guide to Create a Beat Store (2025 Edition)

If you’re a producer in 2025, selling beats online is no longer optional — it’s essential. With artists worldwide looking for instrumentals daily, having your beats available in a professional, easy-to-buy format is the fastest way to grow your income.

The question is: what’s the best way to set up your beat store?
In this guide, we’ll break down the four main options, their pros and cons, and what you’ll need to get started.

👉 At the end, you can download the full PDF guide with extra resources, templates, and tutorials.

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1. WordPress Beat Store

WordPress gives you maximum control over your beat store. You host your own website, install plugins, and design it your way. It’s a favorite for producers who want to keep 100% of their sales revenue and optimize for SEO.

✅ Pros

• Fully customizable (design, SEO, branding).
• One-time hosting fee (no commission on sales).
• Supports multiple payment gateways (PayFast, PayPal, Stripe, PayGate).
• Templates and themes made for music producers.

❌ Cons

• Requires setup and maintenance.
• Slight learning curve.

🛠️ What You Need

• Hosting + Domain (e.g., Hostinger $2.99/mo).
• WordPress installed.
• Templates: Sonaar Rebirth, Sonaar Audience, Just Beat Maker, Beatstore.co, Producer Themes.
• Plugins: WooCommerce + Sonaar MP3 Player Pro (best audio player).

🚀 Workflow

1. Install WordPress + Elementor.
2. Import a beat store template.
3. Add Sonaar MP3 Player Pro + WooCommerce.
4. Upload beats with license options (MP3, WAV, Unlimited, Exclusive).
5. Customize branding and test checkout.
6. Publish and start selling.

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2. Shopify Beat Store

Shopify is perfect if you want a done-for-you system. It handles hosting, security, and updates, letting you focus on uploading beats and making sales.

✅ Pros

• Beginner-friendly, no coding required.
• Reliable, secure, and fast.
• Built-in checkout and marketing tools.

❌ Cons

• Monthly fees ($29+/month).
• Some payment restrictions (extra fees if not using Shopify Payments).

🛠️ What You Need

• Shopify account (3-day free trial).
• Templates: Beatifyy Pro, Beatifyy Lite, Sound Kitify, or the free Dawn theme.
• Apps like Beatifyy License Automator for instant license delivery.
• PayFast, PayPal, or Stripe for payments.

🚀 Workflow

1. Sign up for Shopify.
2. Install Beatifyy Pro/Lite template.
3. Upload beats as products with pricing tiers.
4. Add license automation.
5. Customize branding.
6. Test checkout and publish.

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3. DIY Stores (Wix + iFrame, HTML Embeds)

If you’re just starting and want something quick, DIY builders like Wix, Squarespace, or Weebly can get you online fast. You simply embed your BeatStars/Airbit player into your site.

✅ Pros

• Simple drag-and-drop design.
• Low cost.
• Quick launch.

❌ Cons

• Limited customization.
• Weak SEO compared to WordPress.
• Not as scalable for large catalogs.

🛠️ What You Need

• Wix, Squarespace, or Weebly account.
• Embedded players from BeatStars, Airbit, or TrackTrain.

🚀 Workflow

1. Create a Wix/Squarespace account.
2. Pick a music/portfolio template.
3. Embed your beat player.
4. Add a Buy Now button linking to your marketplace checkout.
5. Publish your site.

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4. Marketplaces (BeatStars, Airbit, TrackTrain, etc.)

Marketplaces let you upload beats and instantly sell to an audience that’s already there. It’s the easiest entry point but offers the least control over branding.

✅ Pros

• No setup or hosting required.
• Access to built-in traffic and discovery.
• Licensing handled by the platform.

❌ Cons

• Subscription fees for advanced features.
• Limited customization.
• Some platforms take a cut of your sales.

🛠️ What You Need

• Free or paid account on BeatStars, Airbit, or TrackTrain.
• Tagged/untagged MP3s and WAVs ready to upload.

🚀 Workflow

1. Create an account.
2. Upload beats with tags and licenses.
3. Customize your profile.
4. Share your marketplace link on social media.
5. Upgrade to Pro for more uploads and custom pages.

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🎯 Which Should You Choose?

• WordPress – best if you want control + SEO.
• Shopify – best if you want ease of use + automation.
• DIY Builders – best for quick and simple setups.
• Marketplaces – best for discovery and testing the waters.

👉 The smartest move is to combine them with a Hybrid Setup: have your own website (WordPress/Shopify) while also uploading to BeatStars or Airbit for extra exposure.

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📥 Get the Full PDF Guide

This blog is your overview — but I’ve also created a detailed PDF version with:

• Step-by-step screenshots.
• Template links.
• Setup checklists.
• Extra tips on marketing and SEO.

👉 [Download the Complete PDF Guide here]