Phonorecord Copyright

Phonorecord copyright protects the specific sound recordings of music, such as CDs, vinyl records, and digital audio files. This type of copyright grants the creator or rights holder exclusive control over reproduction, distribution, and performance of the recorded work. While the underlying musical composition (lyrics and melody) is protected separately, phonorecord copyright focuses on the actual recorded performance. This means that if someone wants to use a sound recording in a project, they typically need permission from the copyright holder to avoid legal issues.