Apple Music (Video) Requirements For Delivery
To deliver music videos to Apple Music, you must meet the platform's video and formatting requirements. Here are the recommended specifications for delivering music videos to Apple Music:
Format: The recommended video format for Apple Music delivery is H.264 in an Apple ProRess 244HQ.
Resolution: Apple Music recommends a minimum resolution of 1080p (1920x1080), but higher resolutions such as 2K or 4K are also supported.
Frame Rate: 24, 25, 30, 50, or 60 frames per second (fps) is recommended.
Bitrate: For 1080p videos, a bitrate of 8-12 Mbps is recommended. For 4K videos, a bitrate of 20-30 Mbps is recommended.
Audio: The audio must be AAC encoded with a sample rate of 48 kHz.
Closed Captions: If the music video contains spoken words, closed captions must be included in the video file.
Metadata: You must provide metadata for the music video, including the artist name, album title (if applicable), track title, and release date.
In addition to these technical specifications, Apple Music also has content guidelines that must be followed. For example, the video content must not contain explicit content, and it must comply with Apple Music's terms of service.
What is Apple Pro Ress 244HQ
Apple ProRes 422 HQ (High Quality) is a higher-bitrate version of the standard Apple ProRes 422 codec. It is designed to provide improved image quality and higher color accuracy than the standard ProRes 422 codec, while still maintaining a manageable file size.
ProRes 422 HQ uses 10-bit color depth, which provides a wider color gamut and more accurate color reproduction than the 8-bit color depth used by many other codecs. It also has a higher bitrate of up to 220 Mbps, which allows for less compression and fewer artifacts in the video footage.
ProRes 422 HQ is a popular choice for high-quality video post-production workflows, including color grading, visual effects, and finishing. It is widely supported by many professional video editing software applications, including Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Avid Media Composer.
It's worth noting that the higher bitrate of ProRes 422 HQ also means larger file sizes, which can require more storage space and longer transfer times. As with any codec, the choice of ProRes 422 HQ should depend on the specific needs of the video production workflow
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