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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Recording Studio Services Agreement
This agreement made this day _________ of ______ between known parties (Studio
Services)__________________ and _________________________. Whereas, studio engaged
in the business of recording studio services in addition to,
The artist-client wish to enter into an agreement with Studio for the services associated with a
recording studio. The studio is willing and able to undertake the performance of such services
and in consideration of the mutual covenant’s herein. The parties here by agree to the follow
terms and conditions.
1.0 Term:
The studio agrees to provide the recording studios services to the Artist-client commencing on
this date of _______________ and the services will expire _________ months after. Any
change in date and usage terms, must be agreed upon with an added amendment and signed
by all parties.
1.1. Services Performed By The Studio:
Studio will make a good faith effort to provide services consistent with the professional recording studio service industry. In doing so, studio producers and engineers will use their best efforts to provide the highest quality of professional recording studio services and skills. However, in no way does this Studio Agreement guarantee that Artist-client will have extended time to complete songs or project beyond what is indicated in the paragraph titled “Term”.
Completion of each song or project is the sole responsibility of the Artist-client. Artist-client agrees that they will be able to complete said projects in a timely manner consistent with the budget set forth herein and budget and time schedule for completion of projects have been discussed, outlined, and identified in the section titled ‘Consideration”. Should the Artist-client need additional time to complete said project then such time may be discussed and may result in an extended offer to time for an additional fee to be determined at that time. Although additional time may not always be available at the time requested, the studio will make the best effort to make it available or assist in rescheduling the additional time request session.
1.2 Consideration:
Artist-client agree and shall pay the Studio an amount of ___________ for _____________ while using Studio services. Payments MUST be made in form of cash, cashier check, money order, and certified funds. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES, will Studio services be rendered without acceptance and complete clearance of paid funds. Artist-client and Studio agree that this rate is a discounted rate and that the discount will expire upon expiration of this agreement.
Thereafter the date of termination, normal studio rates will apply as indicated in section titled “Rates”.
1.3 Booking and Cancellation:
A NON-Refundable deposit of half (50%) is required to confirm all bookings. Cancellation with less than two days notice (48 hours) when recording drums shall result in payment in full due for the types of recording sessions. Cancellation with less than one day notice (24 hours) shall result in payment of full due for types of sessions. No further sessions shall be booked, and no materials/equipment will be released until the payment for the cancellation is paid in full.
1.4 Setup, Time, Breaks:
Setup time and breaks will be billed at the agreed upon hourly rate. Expect several hours of setup time in the case an full band will be recording. The engineer will break for ten (10) minutes every two (2) hours to alleviate ear fatigue and will take one 45-minute meal break every five (5) hours and is included in the studio hourly rate.
1.5 Rate:
For the purpose of this recording session only the rates are indicted as stated in section titled “Consideration” in this agreement. Normal studio rates for recording music may start as low as $125.00 an hour ($130.00 for drums), including engineer. There is a minimum booking time of four (4) hours. Additional hours over eight (8) are billed at 1.7 of the hourly rate ($130.00), unless otherwise negotiated by Studio manager representing Studio owner. All rates are subject to change at the discretion of the Owner. Studio “B,C,O” rate is $55.00 per hour. The use of drums is billed at $60.00 per hour.
1.6 Payments/Penalties:
Any payment not made/ returned/ or remaining balance will incur a 10% monthly interest rate on original balance. Any returned or fraudulent check will be charged a $30.00 fee from the Studio. Returned payments will not allow Artist to use Studio services until full payment plus penalties and interest are remitted in full. Artist will be required to remit payment in cash or bank issued check from then on. Any attempted use of a fraudulent or stolen check will be reported to the proper authorities immediately.
Section 2: Audio Recording Material
2.1 Compact Disks
CD-R audio disks will be charged at a material rate of $1.00 per disk, in addition to the time to record product at normal studio time rates. Please note that material will not be released until Studio has received full payment of all studio services rendered.
2.2 DVD
the use of DVD disks will be charged at a material rate of $3.00 per disk. DVD-R back up and archiving is done at the normal studio time rate associated with this agreement. Each disk will hold 4.5 gig of memory space.. Please note that materials will not be released until Studio has received full payment of all studio services rendered.
2.3 Tascam DA-88
We no longer offer any DA-88 machines or tapes
2.4 Firewire Drives
Fireware drives are available with advance notice. Pricing of drive depends on size. For drive size rates please consult with engineer. Daily back up to the Studios fire wire external hard drive is free for each recording session. Backing up of client files to fire wire or USB external hard drive will be billed at the hourly rate associated with this agreement.
2.5 On-site Storage:
On-site hard drive storage is free for one month after the last recording session, and a fee of $10.00 per gigabyte thereafter will be billed in 1 week increments in ADVANCE. Non-payment for storage will result in permanent deletion of the files. Ongoing projects that are reserving studio time on a regular basis at a minimum of eight (8) hours per month are exempt.
2.6 No Release:
No recorded Masters, partially recorded Masters in any format analog or digital, or any product (CD, DVD, Cassette, etc) whatsoever, will not be released until the Studio receives full payment.
Section 3: Recording Studio Facility Rules
3.1 Outdoor Noise
Please take into consideration that this is a residential area and that there are neighbors. In order to preserve their rights to enjoy privacy and living conditions peacefully, noise is to be kept to a minimum while outside.
3.2 Smoking:
There is absolutely under no circumstances smoking permitted inside the studio. Doing so will result in a $250 penalty for each complaint. Smoking is however permitted outside and smokers are required to dispose of used cigarettes and matches accordingly. In the case users litter common area, smoking will not be permitted.
3.3 Trash:
Please be considerate and dispose of trash accordingly. You are expected to clean up all the mess you make. Please use provided trash containers to dispose of trash. Recycle all glass and aluminum by placing items in a designated recycle container.
3.4 Parking and Auto Security Alarms:
If your automobile is has a security alarm, please be considerate about setting it off in the late hours of the night. Late hours are between 10pm and 9am.
3.5 Studio Internet Services:
Studio does provide high speed internet access for use by our clients. Please consult the internet usage terms below, as they are as follows;
3.6 Internet Usage Term:
3.6.1 Illegal Copying:
Users may NOT illegally copy material protected under copyright law or make that material available to others for copying. You are solely responsible for complying with copyright law and applicable licenses that may apply to software, files, graphics, documents, messages, and other material you with to download or copy. You may NOT agree to a license or download of any material for which a registration fee is charged without first obtaining the express written consent and permission of Studio. All fees associated with registration must be paid in advance.