Ghost Production Terminology – Common Terms Explained

Overview of Ghost Production Terminology

The Ghost Production platform uses several ghost production terminology and technical terms that describe the files, rights, and processes involved in each transaction.
This article defines the most important terms to help buyers and producers clearly understand how the platform operates.

Exclusive Track

An exclusive track is sold only once. Once purchased, it is permanently removed from the marketplace. The buyer becomes the sole copyright holder and may release it under their own artist name.

Mastered and Unmastered Versions

Mastered Version: The final, polished version optimized for release on streaming platforms.
Unmastered Version: The same track without mastering applied, typically leaving at least -3 dB of headroom. Used for label submissions or custom mastering.

Stems

Stems are individual audio tracks that make up the full production — for example, drums, bass, synths, and vocals.
They allow for remixing, rebalancing, or further mixing adjustments.

MIDI Files

MIDI files contain the musical notes and arrangements of melodies, chords, and basslines.
They let buyers study or modify the composition without affecting the sound quality.

Project File

The project file is the complete production session created in a DAW such as FL Studio, Ableton Live, or Logic Pro.
Opening it allows buyers to view and edit every element of the track exactly as the producer made it.

Project files are included only when specified on the track page.

Instrumental Version

An instrumental version is a version of a vocal track that excludes the vocals.
It is provided in both mastered and unmastered formats for performance or remix use.

Rights Transfer Agreement

A Rights Transfer Agreement is a legal document included with every purchase confirming that all rights to the track are permanently transferred to the buyer.
It verifies that the producer no longer owns or can reuse any part of the track.

Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)

The Non-Disclosure Agreement ensures confidentiality between buyer and producer.
It protects the buyer’s identity and guarantees that the producer will not disclose or claim authorship of the track.

Semi-Instrumental Track

A semi-instrumental track uses melodic samples such as guitars or pianos from a royalty-free sample pack.
These tracks are marked as semi-instrumental and always include the sample name for full transparency.

Ghost Coins

Ghost Coins are reward points earned from purchases and sales.
They can be used for future discounts and bonuses as part of the platform’s loyalty program.

Verified Producer

A verified producer is one who has passed the platform’s verification process, meeting the quality, originality, and consistency standards required to sell on The Ghost Production.

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