# Audio stem

Concept · [Technical basics](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/technical)

Also called: stem, stems, audio stems, track stems

One part of a song exported as its own audio file, such as only the drums or only the vocals, so others can remix or mix it.

**For example:** A producer [shares](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/equity) the vocal stem so a collaborator can build a new beat under it.

## Connects to (3)

- [Digital audio workstation](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/digital-audio-workstation): Software for recording, editing and mixing music and other audio.
- [Licensing](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/licensing): Letting another party use something you own, such as software, a patent or a brand, in exchange for fees or royalties, while you keep…
- [Intellectual property](https://ecosystem.samcarlton.com/intellectual-property): Things you create that can be owned, such as code, designs, brand names and inventions.

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