eMusic is a subscription-based online music store. In addition to supporting independent artists and record labels, eMusic is known for selling DRM-free MP3s which are compatible with all current portable media players.
Subscription Plans
eMusic used to offer subscribers an unlimited number of downloads per month. When they changed their subscription policies in November, 2003, many users were opposed.MetaFilter: eMusic Ends Unlimited Service (October 9, 2003) Currently, eMusic offers three monthly subscription plans:
- eMusic Basic
- 30 downloads
- $11.99
- eMusic Plus
- 50 downloads
- $14.99
- eMusic Premium
EMusic Photo, Audio, and Video
- Official Site: EMusic Commercials
EMusic Competitors
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Fast Facts
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Founded in 1998 as "GoodNoise"
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Founders
Gene Hoffman and Bob Kohn
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First company to sell music in MP3 formateMusic: http://www.emusic.com/about/index.html About eMusic]
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Renamed eMusic in 1999
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Uses a monthly-subscription system rather than selling songs individually
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Total subscribers
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Offers a trial period that gives prospective users 25 free downloads
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