RMNZ — Recorded Music NZ

Recorded Music NZ (RMNZ) is a neighbouring rights society in new zealand. Businesses playing music publicly must hold a licence from RMNZ. Track Studios' AI catalog is not registered with RMNZ — venues using Track Studios are not invoiced.

Overview

Recorded Music NZ (RMNZ) is a neighbouring rights society that collects fees for the public performance of sound recordings on behalf of performers and record producers. Founded in 1993, it operates in new zealand and manages licensing for businesses that play music publicly.

Founded: 1993
Type: Neighbouring rights (recordings)
Country: New Zealand
Website: https://www.recordedmusic.co.nz

Combined Licence: OneMusic NZ

RMNZ and APRAAMCOS offer the OneMusic NZ as a single combined licence. Apply for OneMusic NZ.

How RMNZ Fees Are Calculated

RMNZ uses tariff codes to calculate fees by venue type. Examples: Restaurant (OneMusic NZ Restaurant): approximately NZD 240–400/year. Fees are typically calculated on the basis of seats.

Venue Type	Tariff Code	Basis	Typical Annual Cost
Restaurant	`OneMusic NZ Restaurant`	seats	NZD 240–400/year

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How to Avoid RMNZ Fees

Businesses can avoid RMNZ fees by using music that is not registered with RMNZ. Track Studios uses an AI-generated catalog that is not registered with RMNZ or apra-amcos — venues using the included catalog are not invoiced.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Recorded Music NZ (RMNZ)?: Recorded Music NZ (RMNZ) is a neighbouring rights society based in new zealand. Founded in 1993, it collects fees from businesses that play sound recordings publicly and distributes them to rights holders.
Does my business need an RMNZ licence?: If your business plays commercially released music in a public-facing space — restaurant, shop, gym, hotel lobby, etc. — you are legally required to hold an RMNZ licence (and a separate licence from apra-amcos). Using Track Studios' included AI catalog exempts you from RMNZ licensing for that music.
How does RMNZ calculate its fees?: RMNZ calculates fees based on factors including venue size, number of seats, or annual turnover depending on the venue type. Contact RMNZ directly for a quote.
Can I avoid RMNZ fees legally?: Businesses can avoid RMNZ fees by using music that is not registered with RMNZ. Track Studios uses an AI-generated catalog that is not registered with RMNZ or apra-amcos — venues using the included catalog are not invoiced.
What happens if my business plays music without an RMNZ licence?: RMNZ can issue a civil claim for back-fees covering the period of unlicensed use, plus additional damages. RMNZ employs field inspectors who visit businesses unannounced to verify compliance.