Quote from Reggie Beatz on September 25, 2024, 8:39 am

To create a professional beat store using the Sonaar Rebirth template, follow these steps. Below are the requirements and the complete setup guide:

Requirements:

1. Any WordPress Hosting (e.g., Hostinger)
2. MP3 Audio Player Pro (Business Plan – $99)
3. Elementor Pro (Advanced Plan – $59/year)
4. Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) (Free)
5. WooCommerce (Free)
6. Sonaar Rebirth Template (Premium)

Step 1: Choose Your Hosting Provider (Hostinger Recommended)

• Visit Hostinger's website and select a Premium Web Hosting plan, which is ideal for WordPress sites.
• You can also register your domain during the signup process.

Step 2: Install WordPress on Hostinger

• After setting up your hosting, go to the Hostinger control panel (hPanel) and install WordPress using the Auto Installer.
• Create your WordPress admin credentials to access your website's dashboard.

Step 3: Install the Sonaar Rebirth Template

• Purchase the Sonaar Rebirth template from Sonaar.io.
• In your WordPress dashboard, navigate to Appearance > Themes > Add New.
• Upload the Sonaar Rebirth template ZIP file, click Install, and then Activate.

Step 4: Install Required Plugins

To ensure full functionality of your beat store, install the following plugins:

• WooCommerce: Go to Plugins > Add New and search for WooCommerce. Install and activate this plugin to manage your beats as products.
• Elementor Pro: Install Elementor Free first and then upgrade to Elementor Pro for advanced customization.
• MP3 Audio Player Pro: Purchase the MP3 Audio Player Pro plugin for better control over your music streaming and beat previews.
• Advanced Custom Fields (ACF): Install the ACF plugin to manage custom fields for your products or additional features like artist bios and album info.

Step 5: Set Up WooCommerce for Your Beat Store

• In the WooCommerce setup wizard, configure payment methods (e.g., PayPal, Stripe), currency, and enable Digital Products for beat downloads.
• Set up your beats as digital products in WooCommerce by going to Products > Add New.
• Upload beat samples (MP3 format), set pricing, and enable instant downloads after purchase.

Step 6: Customize Your Beat Store with Elementor Pro

• Use Elementor Pro to customize the layout, design, and overall look of your website.
• Drag and drop elements to create your homepage, product pages, and beat preview sections.
• Add music players, artwork, and purchase buttons where needed.

Step 7: Set Up MP3 Audio Player Pro

• After purchasing the MP3 Audio Player Pro plugin, install and activate it.
• Configure the audio player to integrate seamlessly with your beat previews, allowing visitors to play samples directly from the store.

Step 8: Add Advanced Custom Fields (Optional)

• Use Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) to add extra details to your beat products, like BPM, key, or licensing terms.
• These custom fields can be displayed on the product pages to provide more information to your customers.

Step 9: Test and Launch Your Beat Store

• Test your website on different devices to ensure everything works correctly, including the purchasing and downloading process.
• Once you are satisfied, publish your site and start promoting your beat store.