Sampling music without permission may be deemed a violation of copyright, or unauthorized use of another’s property. The process of acquiring authorization for a sample is known as clearance, and it can be time-consuming and costly. It can be expensive to obtain samples from well-known sources. Many recording artists prefer to use prepackaged or current audio sample packs to save time and create fresh musical ideas. Music producers that want to develop new “hip hop” tracks typically utilize a free sound pack from an online source. When using any sample packs in the development or production of new songs or content, make sure to get permission from the owner to prevent copyright difficulties.