Audiobook Production ACX and Audiobook Distribution Platforms

Question 1

What does 'ACX' stand for in the audiobook industry?

Accepted Answer

Audiobook Creation Exchange

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Audio Content Exchange

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Audio Copy Export

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Audible Content Extension

Question 2

What is the 'Royalty Share' model on ACX?

Accepted Answer

The narrator and rights holder split royalties instead of an upfront payment

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The narrator receives a flat fee upfront

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The narrator retains 100% of royalties

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ACX keeps all royalties for the first year

Question 3

Which distribution platform does ACX primarily deliver audiobooks to?

Accepted Answer

Audible, Amazon, and Apple Books

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Spotify and Apple Music

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Google Play and YouTube

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Scribd and Downpour

Question 4

What is the 'exclusivity' requirement when choosing ACX distribution?

Accepted Answer

The producer agrees not to distribute the title through other audiobook platforms

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The book must be produced exclusively by one narrator

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The rights holder cannot publish the print book elsewhere

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The narrator must only work on ACX projects

Question 5

What is 'Findaway Voices' in relation to audiobook distribution?

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A non-exclusive audiobook distribution platform reaching retailers worldwide

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A recording studio chain for narrators

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A voice acting training program

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A podcast hosting service

Question 6

What does ACX's Quality Assurance (QA) check evaluate when an audiobook is submitted?

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Technical audio specifications including RMS, noise floor, and peak levels

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The narrator's biography and credentials

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The length of the manuscript before production

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The book cover design for the audio edition