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ASCAP vs BMI vs SESAC vs GMR: Which PRO Do You Pick?

Four US performing rights organizations, but only two you can actually join. Costs, payout timing, and how to choose.

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Pick ASCAP or BMI. SESAC and GMR will find you if they want you. Compare payout calendars, publisher-account rules, and how each treats foreign income — not which logo you like.

You cannot join both. Switching later is possible but slow. Found Royalties works with either.

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