Blizz Sound Terms of Use

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1. Use of Website Our website is intended for informational purposes only. You may use our website for personal and non-commercial purposes only. You may not use our website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.
2. Intellectual Property All content on our website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of our recording studio and is protected by copyright laws. You may not use any of our content without our express written permission.
3. Links to Third-Party Websites Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review the terms of use and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
4. Disclaimer of Warranties Our website is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, as to the operation of our website or the information, content, materials, or products included on our website. You expressly agree that your use of our website is at your sole risk.
5. Limitation of Liability In no event shall our recording studio be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with your use of our website.
6. Indemnification You agree to indemnify and hold our recording studio harmless from any claim or demand, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, made by any third party due to or arising out of your use of our website, your violation of these terms of use, or your violation of any rights of another.
7. Governing Law These terms of use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [insert state/country]. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these terms of use shall be resolved in the courts of [insert state/country].

By using our website, you agree to these terms of use. If you have any questions or concerns about these terms of use, please contact us.

bLIZZ SOUND STUDIO TERMS

Studio: refers to [Your Studio Name] situated at [Your Studio Address].

Client: denotes the individual or company mentioned in the booking confirmation/invoice.

For the purpose of this and subsequent agreements, the term “Studio” pertains to [Your Studio Name] located at [Your Studio Address]. Likewise, the term “Client” pertains to the individual or company identified in the booking confirmation, invoice, or Rental Agreement.

1. The Client commits to paying for studio time based on the rate applicable at the time of booking. A specific non-refundable deposit is mandatory to secure the studio booking. Rates may change without prior notice. The minimum session duration is three (3) hours for studio rental without a sound engineer and two (2) hours for studio rental with a sound engineer.
2. The Studio will supply studio time and the assistance of a recording engineer for the duration needed by the Client (unless otherwise instructed). Any extra time needed for Studio services, including but not limited to mixing, mastering, generating additional versions, stems, and adjusting tracks, will be subject to additional fees.
3. The Client is accountable for all amounts due and must make payments to the Studio via cash or credit/debit card by the end of the session. Any extra charges incurred must be paid upon completion of the recording session. The Client is responsible for any and all legal expenses and attorney’s fees necessary to collect payment for services provided.
4. If the Client needs the services of session musicians (including vocalists), the client will be responsible for all arrangements and compensation for said musicians. If the Client requests the Studio to organize session musicians for the recording session, the arrangements will remain between the musicians and the Client. The Studio is not liable for any actions by the requested musicians (e.g., late/no-show, subpar performance). In most cases, payment for additional musicians is expected when services are rendered. The Studio advises the Client to enter into a separate written agreement with the session musicians before the scheduled session date and time.
5. In case of cancellation or rescheduling of a booked recording session or other planned services by the Client with less than a 48-hour notice BEFORE the scheduled session, the Client agrees to forfeit the deposit placed to reserve the booked session time. For sessions scheduled less than 48-hours before the session, the deposit is non-refundable. All deposits for sessions booked as part of a promotion are also non-refundable.
6. If the Client arrives late for a scheduled session, they will be responsible for payment of the scheduled period, and the time will not be extended. This amount includes payment for a sound engineer if included in the booking agreement. If the Client is more than 15 minutes late, the Studio reserves the right to cancel the session, and the Client forfeits all deposits.
7. If the Studio must cancel a session due to unavoidable circumstances beyond the Studio’s control (e.g., engineer illness, natural disaster), the Studio will reschedule the session at the earliest available time that aligns with the Client’s needs. If the Client and the Studio cannot agree on a date and time for rescheduling, the Studio shall refund the full deposit amount to the Client.
8. When a Studio session/rental is booked, the time requested by the Client is reserved for them and becomes unavailable for others to rent. If the Client opts to end the session early, the Client will still be responsible for payment for the entire time they have reserved. The Client will not be entitled to a refund or credit if they choose not to utilize the reserved time in its entirety.

The Client may reduce the time of a scheduled session by contacting the Studio at least 48 hours BEFORE the start of the session, as long as the reduced time adheres to the Studio’s Terms regarding Booking Minimums. If the Client fails to request a reduction within the specified time, the reserved time cannot be reduced, and the previous Terms will remain in effect. Studio Rentals booked less than 48 hours before the start of the session cannot be modified. Engineers are not authorized to negotiate a time reduction after a session begins.

9. All Studio time extension requests depend on Studio availability and must be paid in advance. Regular rates apply to additional Studio time and services provided. If the original session was booked through a promotion, the extended time will be charged at the regular Studio rate at the time of the session.
10. Studio “Time” encompasses set-up, break-down, breaks taken by the Client/Artists, and engineer. For sessions lasting 8 hours or longer, the engineer is entitled to a 30-minute meal break per session. All such time is on-the-clock.
11. The Studio will not issue a refund AFTER a recording session has been performed and/or MP3 or WAV files have been delivered to the Client. We make every effort to work with the Client to deliver the highest quality product per the Client’s expectations. Studio Rental and other services are also non-refundable.
12. The Studio shall not transfer recording files or copies thereof to the Client or Client’s representative until all outstanding balances are paid in full. Until the Client has met the monetary terms of the Studio’s Rental Agreement, all recording files will remain at the Studio. When the Client has successfully fulfilled their monetary obligation to the full satisfaction of the agreement, the Studio will release the recording files to the Client. Any and all material protected by copyright shall remain the property of the copyright holder.
13. The Studio will NOT backup the Client’s recording files. All session files will be released to the Client or Client’s representative at the end of the recording session. It is the Client’s responsibility to provide a personal flash/hard drive to the Studio for the purpose of downloading/releasing the recording files to the Client in their entirety. Alternatively, the Studio may transfer all recording files to the Client by attaching a link containing the files and sending it to the Client’s email address of record. Any such link will be valid and accessible to the Client for a period of seven (7) days. On the eighth (8th) day, all files will be permanently deleted unless the Client has made other arrangements with the Studio in advance.
14. If the Client rents the studio facilities without the Studio’s engineer, the Studio is not responsible for any files left on the Studio’s computers at the conclusion of the recording session. Due to privacy and security purposes, all files will be permanently deleted from all computers immediately following the Client’s session.
15. The Client shall maintain sole responsibility for all personal items brought to the Studio. The Studio itself holds no liability for any of the Client’s personal property that is lost or stolen while on Studio grounds.
16. The Client shall be responsible for any loss or damage to the Studio or the Studio’s property that is caused as a direct result of misuse, negligence, and/or careless actions by the Client or any part of the Client’s party.
17. If the Client chooses a Studio Rental WITHOUT an engineer, the Client assumes full responsibility for the condition of the premises upon departure. The Client also agrees to pay to the Studio all fees necessary to return the Studio to the pre-rental condition should the Studio be left unclean or in any type of disrepair.
18. The Client hereby claims sole responsibility for obtaining any and all licenses needed before duplication or replication of any works in which the Client does not lawfully own the rights to. It would be in the Client’s best interest to assign ISRC codes for each recorded track, which should be embedded in the digital media when the master is produced. The Client also assumes full responsibility for any and all fees associated with obtaining such licenses and codes.
19. Any violation of these terms and conditions by the Client or any member of the Client’s party is grounds for immediate termination of this agreement. At such time that this agreement is terminated, the Client and all persons included in the Client’s party shall be escorted from the property, and the Client forfeits all deposits already paid to the Studio. The Client will then be banned from the use of the Studio’s facilities, including all Sister Recording Studios. The Studio or Studio Representative reserves the right to refuse service to anyone and/or determine when a violation of these terms has occurred.
20. The Client hereby releases the Studio from any liability for harm or damage that may occur to property, equipment, or persons in the Client’s party while on Studio grounds.
21. Smoking of any kind, including cigarettes, marijuana, vape pens, or hookahs, is not permitted in the non-smoking Studio Rooms at any time before, during, or after a recording session. If the Client or any member of their party is in violation, the Client agrees that the session will be canceled and all payments already made will be forfeited.
22. Studio clients and their guests are not allowed to bring any type of pet, such as a dog or a cat, into the Studio facility. Violation will result in session cancellation without any refund.
23. The Client hereby agrees that the Studio, at its own discretion, may use their photos, voice, works, name, or likeness for the purpose of promoting the studio. This will be done through Social Media, Blog, news, and any other appropriate platform where a Client’s talent will be showcased for the benefit of the Studio. The Studio highly values the privacy of the Clients. For this reason, the Studio will never sell, share, or download the Client’s recordings without prior written consent from the Client.
24. Should any portion of this Agreement prove to be unlawful or invalid, the remainder of the agreement shall continue to be upheld as a valid and binding contract. This Agreement is governed by the laws and statutes of the United States of America. In the event of a disagreement between the Client and the Studio regarding the performance of the Agreement, both parties hereby agree to attempt to resolve their issues through mediation. If an agreement cannot be reached through mediation, the order set forth through litigation will be followed according to the terms of that order, and attorney’s fees will be paid by the party found to be at fault.
25. The Client is responsible for ensuring that all individuals involved in the recording session are aware of and adhere to the terms and conditions outlined in this agreement. The Client will be held accountable for any violations of these terms and conditions by any member of their party.
26. The Studio reserves the right to refuse entry to any individual who, in the Studio’s sole discretion, poses a risk to the safety, security, or well-being of the Studio, its staff, or other clients.
27. The Client agrees to respect the Studio’s property and equipment and to use it responsibly and with care. Any damage caused by the Client or their party due to negligence or misuse will be billed to the Client, and the Client agrees to pay for the repair or replacement of the damaged property or equipment.
28. The Client acknowledges that the Studio may have other clients or projects scheduled before or after their session. As such, the Client agrees to vacate the Studio promptly at the end of their scheduled session time, allowing for a smooth transition between clients.
29. The Client is responsible for providing any necessary materials, such as lyrics, sheet music, or reference tracks, for their recording session. The Studio is not responsible for providing these materials unless previously agreed upon in writing.
30. The Client agrees to maintain a professional and respectful atmosphere while at the Studio. Disruptive, disrespectful, or inappropriate behavior may result in the termination of the session, and the Client will forfeit any deposits or payments made.
31. The Client understands that any creative input or suggestions made by the Studio’s staff during the recording session are provided as a courtesy and are not to be considered as work-for-hire or a claim to any ownership or rights to the Client’s recorded material.
32. The Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Studio, its staff, and any affiliated parties from any claims, damages, liabilities, or expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising out of or in connection with the Client’s use of the Studio, its facilities, or equipment.
33. The Studio is not responsible for any loss of data or corruption of files that may occur during the recording, mixing, or mastering process. The Client is encouraged to maintain their own backups of all recorded material.
34. The Client acknowledges that any personal items left at the Studio after their session are left at their own risk. The Studio is not responsible for the safekeeping of any personal belongings left behind and may dispose of such items at its discretion.
35. The Client agrees that any disputes arising from this agreement will be resolved through mediation or, if necessary, binding arbitration, rather than through litigation in a court of law.
36. This constitutes the entire agreement between the Client and the Studio. Any changes must be in writing, signed, and agreed upon by both parties. By entering into a booking agreement, the Client confirms that they have read and fully understand the terms and conditions and do hereby agree to all provisions