Mood-setting background music for property managers
Licensed music solutions curated to enhance the atmosphere of residential and commercial properties, from reception areas to shared spaces.
Enhance the ambiance of your property
Strategic music choices help minimize unwanted noise and foster a welcoming ambiance for tenants.
Reduces noise pollution
Music can help mask unwanted noise from foot traffic, conversations, or external city sounds, making spaces feel more peaceful.
Increases tenant satisfaction
A well-curated music selection can improve tenant experiences in common areas, leading to higher satisfaction and retention rates.
Boosts employee efficiency
Staff working in leasing offices, front desks, or maintenance teams can benefit from background music, which can boost morale and efficiency.
Better first impression
Potential tenants will quickly form an impression of the property. Music can create a positive, inviting, and professional first experience.
The sound of better living
Our music platform helps property managers shape the mood of their spaces with licensed playlists, smart scheduling, and custom stations.
- Pick your ideal sound from over 500+ curated stations across a wide variety of genres.
- Import custom playlists from Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Youtube, and more.
- Talk with a dedicated music concierge to help make the perfect station.
Music for property managers made easy
Create the perfect atmosphere across your properties with scheduled music mixes, important resident announcements, and multi-location control, all from one easy-to-use interface.
- Schedule stations and custom mixes, building the right ambiance throughout the day.
- Incorporate promotional messages for your properties at exact times or in precise intervals.
- Link as many zones and properties as you like to your account and control music from a single interface.
Why background music for property managers isn’t just background noise
Music shapes how people feel in a space, from how relaxed residents feel in communal areas to how welcome guests feel in lobbies. These stats show why investing in professional background music for property managers is worth it.
of property managers say music helps create a distinctive brand identity for their buildings.
of property managers believe that playing background music enhances the overall tenant experience.
of tenants report feeling more comfortable in a building when music is played in common areas.
Figures and statistics are based on findings from reputable industry reports and academic research studies.
Music license solutions for
different property types
Whether you manage residential buildings, office spaces, or multi-property portfolios, SoundMachine offers the perfect soundtrack to enhance the atmosphere and resident experience.
Residential Buildings
Create a calm and welcoming environment in lobbies, hallways, and lounges with curated playlists that help residents feel right at home
Office Buildings & Commercial Spaces
Boost productivity and professionalism in shared workspaces, reception areas, and waiting rooms with dynamic, zone-based music programming.
Short-Term Rentals & Holiday Properties
Make a strong first impression with flexible, plug-and-play music options that bring warmth and character to temporary stays.
Multi-Property Portfolios
Manage background music for property managers across all locations from one central dashboard. Keep the experience consistent while tailoring sounds by property type, location, or time of day.
Go beyond curated stations
Already using Spotify, TIDAL, or Apple Music at home? You can import playlists from major platforms into your fully licensed account for background music for property managers.
How to get started
It only takes a few steps to get fully licensed music in your property.
1. Pick your plan
Choose one of our plans, tell us about your company, and you're in! Explore all features for 30 days, completely free.
2. Define your sound
Choose from 500+ stations or import custom playlists from major platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, Youtube, and more.
3. Program your content
Schedule stations, custom playlists, or mixes and get attention with promotional messaging.
4. Enjoy the music
You’re done! Watch as your locations instantly feel more inviting with professional-grade and expertly curated music.
Trusted by property managers worldwide
Property managers around the world trust SoundMachine to create the right atmosphere with licensed, flexible music solutions for every type of building.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a license to play music in my property's common areas?
Yes, playing copyrighted music in public or common areas typically requires a public performance license from a performing rights organization (PRO) such as ASCAP, BMI, or SESAC.
Why do property managers need a music license?
Playing music in shared or public spaces is considered a public performance under copyright law. Without proper licensing, property managers could face fines. Services like SoundMachine handle licensing through PROs, keeping your property compliant.
Can I play music from streaming services like Spotify, Apple Music, or YouTube in my rental properties or lobby?
No, personal streaming services are for private use only. To legally play music in a business or public setting, including residential buildings, you need a commercial music service like SoundMachine that includes public performance rights.
Does background music really make a difference for tenants and staff?
Yes. It can help reduce noise pollution, create a peaceful atmosphere, improve staff morale, and leave a great first impression for potential tenants.
Can I use the same music across multiple properties I manage?
Absolutely. Services like SoundMachine let you manage music across multiple buildings from a central dashboard. You can customise the sound by property, location, time of day, or amenity area.