How to Automate SIAE borderò: 3 Methods Compared
In brief:
- Method 1 (manual): 45-90 minutes, free, 15-20% errors
- Method 2 (Excel template): 20-30 minutes, free, 5-10% errors
- Method 3 (EasyBordero): 3 minutes, from EUR 0/month, less than 1% errors
- A DJ playing 4 evening events/month saves 12+ hours/month with automation
The Problem: Time Lost to Bureaucracy
A professional DJ who plays regularly dedicates a significant portion of their time to SIAE (Italian Society of Authors and Publishers) bureaucracy. The music program must be compiled after each event, and manual compilation of a 50-track set requires between 45 and 90 minutes.
For a DJ playing 4 evening events a month, this means 3-6 hours per month dedicated solely to borderò compilation — time that could be spent preparing sets, researching music, or networking with clients.
The 3 Methods Compared
| Feature | Manual | Excel Template | EasyBordero |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time per set (50 tracks) | 45-90 min | 20-30 min | 3 min |
| Monthly time (4 evening events) | 3-6 hours | 1.5-2 hours | 12 min |
| Cost | Free | Free | From EUR 0/month |
| Error rate | 15-20% | 5-10% | Less than 1% |
| SIAE catalog search | Manual | Pre-compiled | Automatic |
| Submission to portal | Manual | Manual | Automatic |
| Remix management | Difficult | Difficult | Automatic |
| Learning curve | Low | Medium | Low |
Method 1: Manual Compilation
Access the SIAE portal, search for each track in the SIAE catalog, and enter the data. The process is lengthy because titles in the SIAE catalog often do not match those in DJ software.
Method 2: Excel Template
You prepare a sheet with the tracks you play most often and their respective SIAE codes. Each time, you copy the data into the portal. For details, see SIAE borderò Excel Template.
Method 3: EasyBordero (Complete Automation)
- Export the tracklist from your DJ software (Rekordbox, Serato, Traktor, VirtualDJ)
- Import into EasyBordero — fuzzy matching identifies each track in the SIAE catalog
- Verify matches and submit with one click
The Free plan includes 3 borderò/month. The Pro plan (EUR 9.99/year) offers unlimited borderò.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fastest method to compile the borderò?
EasyBordero is the fastest method: 3 minutes for a 50-track set, compared to 45-90 minutes for manual compilation and 20-30 minutes with an Excel template.
Does EasyBordero work with all DJ software?
Yes. EasyBordero supports Rekordbox, Serato DJ, Traktor, and VirtualDJ. It accepts TXT, CSV, and Excel files.
Can I try EasyBordero for free?
Yes. The Free plan includes 3 imports and 3 borderò per month, with no time limits and no credit card required.
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