Terms and Conditions – Music Studio & Beat Marketplace
1. Introduction and Acceptance
Welcome to our comprehensive music production ecosystem! These Terms and Conditions govern your relationship with our music studio services and digital beat marketplace. By accessing our services, purchasing beats, or utilizing our studio facilities, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms.
Our platform serves as both a professional recording studio and a premier destination for high-quality beats and instrumentals. We are committed to fostering creativity while protecting the rights of all parties involved in the music creation process.
2. Service Definitions and Scope
Studio Services: Our professional music studio provides comprehensive recording, mixing, mastering, and production services. This includes access to state-of-the-art equipment, professional acoustically treated rooms, and expert technical support from our certified audio engineers.
Beat Marketplace: Our digital platform offers original instrumental tracks, beats, and musical compositions created by our in-house producers and affiliated artists. These digital products are available for licensing under various terms depending on the license type selected.
Additional Services: We also provide music consultation, artist development, session musician booking, and custom beat production services tailored to specific client requirements.
3. Beat Licensing and Usage Rights
Non-Exclusive License: When you purchase a non-exclusive license, you receive the right to use the beat for commercial and non-commercial purposes within the scope defined by your specific license tier. The original producer retains ownership and can continue selling the same beat to other customers.
Exclusive License: An exclusive license grants you sole usage rights to the beat, preventing the producer from selling or licensing the same composition to other parties. This license includes master recording rights and publishing rights as specified in your agreement.
License Limitations: All licenses come with specific usage parameters including distribution limits, streaming quotas, and performance restrictions. Exceeding these limitations requires upgrading to a higher-tier license or negotiating custom terms.
Credit Requirements: Unless purchasing a premium license that waives credit requirements, you must provide appropriate producer credit in the format specified: “Produced by [Producer Name]” in all releases, performances, and promotional materials.
4. Studio Booking and Policies
Reservation Requirements: Studio time must be booked in advance with a minimum 48-hour notice. Peak hours (evenings and weekends) require at least one week advance booking. A non-refundable deposit of 50% is required to secure your booking.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made more than 24 hours before the scheduled session receive a full refund minus processing fees. Cancellations within 24 hours forfeit the entire deposit. No-shows result in loss of full payment and may affect future booking privileges.
Studio Conduct: Professional behavior is expected at all times. This includes respecting equipment, maintaining cleanliness, arriving punctually, and treating staff and other clients courteously. Violations may result in immediate session termination without refund.
Equipment Usage: All studio equipment must be operated under staff supervision unless you have received specific authorization. Any damage caused by misuse will be charged to the client at replacement cost plus labor fees.
5. Payment Terms and Pricing
Beat Purchases: All beat purchases must be completed through our secure payment system. We accept major credit cards, PayPal, and cryptocurrency payments. Digital downloads are immediately available upon payment confirmation.
Studio Services: Studio rates are charged per hour with a minimum booking requirement. Additional services such as mixing, mastering, or session musicians incur separate charges as outlined in our current rate card.
Subscription Plans: Our beat subscription service provides monthly access to our catalog at discounted rates. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the renewal date.
Late Payment: Outstanding invoices for studio services become subject to a 2% monthly finance charge after 30 days. Accounts more than 60 days overdue may be referred to collections and result in suspension of services.
6. Intellectual Property and Copyright
Original Content: All beats and instrumentals in our marketplace are original compositions created by our producers or properly licensed content. We guarantee that our original content does not infringe upon existing copyrights.
Client Recordings: Recordings created in our studio remain the intellectual property of the client, with the studio retaining no ownership claims unless specifically negotiated otherwise in writing.
Sample Clearance: Clients are responsible for obtaining proper clearances for any samples, interpolations, or cover songs used in their recordings. We provide consultation on sample clearance but assume no liability for uncleared content.
DMCA Compliance: We maintain strict compliance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act and promptly respond to valid takedown notices. False claims may result in legal action.
7. Quality Assurance and Deliverables
Technical Standards: All studio recordings meet professional industry standards for audio quality. We guarantee 24-bit/48kHz minimum recording quality with options for higher resolution upon request.
Beat Quality: Our digital beats are delivered in high-quality WAV format (24-bit/44.1kHz minimum) along with tracked stems when included in the license. All purchases include unlimited re-downloads for one year.
Revision Policy: Studio clients receive one complimentary revision of mixing services within 30 days of delivery. Additional revisions are charged at our current hourly rate.
Delivery Timeframes: Mixed recordings are typically delivered within 3-5 business days, while mastered tracks require 1-2 additional business days. Rush services are available for an additional fee.
8. Limitation of Liability and Disclaimers
Service Availability: While we strive for 100% uptime, we cannot guarantee uninterrupted access to our digital services due to maintenance, technical issues, or circumstances beyond our control.
Data Protection: We maintain regular backups of all studio recordings and implement industry-standard security measures. However, clients are encouraged to maintain their own backups of important projects.
Creative Disputes: We are not responsible for disputes between collaborators, band members, or other parties involved in recording projects. All creative and business decisions remain with the client.
Performance Limitations: Our liability for any service issues is limited to the amount paid for the specific service in question. We are not liable for consequential damages, lost profits, or opportunity costs.
9. Privacy and Data Collection
Information Collection: We collect necessary information to provide our services, including contact details, payment information, and project specifications. This data is used solely for service delivery and customer support.
Audio Content: Studio recordings and client projects are kept confidential and are not shared without explicit written permission. We may retain copies for backup purposes but will not use them for any other purpose.
Marketing Usage: We may request permission to use excerpts of recordings or client testimonials for promotional purposes, but this is always optional and requires separate written consent.
Third-Party Services: Our payment processing and cloud storage services have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.
10. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law
Mediation Process: Any disputes arising from these terms will first be addressed through good-faith negotiation. If direct resolution fails, disputes will be submitted to binding mediation through a recognized mediation service.
Arbitration: Disputes that cannot be resolved through mediation will be settled through binding arbitration rather than court litigation. This process is typically faster and more cost-effective for all parties.
Governing Jurisdiction: These terms are governed by the laws of Chandigarh, India, and any legal proceedings arising from or related to these terms will be conducted in the appropriate courts of this jurisdiction.
Severability: If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
11. Updates and Modifications
Terms Updates: We reserve the right to modify these terms with 30 days advance notice to existing customers. Continued use of our services after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
Grandfathered Rights: Existing contracts and licenses will be honored under their original terms unless mutually agreed modifications are made in writing.
Notification Methods: Updates will be communicated via email to registered users and prominently displayed on our website and social media channels.
12. Contact Information and Support
For questions about these terms, licensing inquiries, or customer support with Beats AV3 Music PVT. LTD. Please get in touch with us through the following channels:
- Email: info@av3music.com
- Phone: +(91) 9779967774
- Business Hours: Monday-Saturday, 9 AM – 6 PM IST
Response Times: We strive to respond to all inquiries within 24 hours during business days and within 48 hours on weekends and holidays.
By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and Conditions. Thank you for choosing our studio for your musical journey!
Last Updated: May 29, 2025
