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General Terms and Conditions (GTC) – Mastering

Version: July 9, 2026

§ 1 Scope of Application

These Terms and Conditions apply to all contracts between SMP (StRANGe Music Productions) (hereinafter referred to as the "Provider") and its customers regarding the provision of audio mastering services.

§ 2 Description of Services

(1) The Provider offers audio editing and mastering services, particularly for MP3 and WAV audio files.

(2) The scope of services is determined by the respective service description or individual agreement.

(3) No specific sonic or artistic outcome is guaranteed, as the assessment of audio quality is inherently subjective.

§ 3 Conclusion of Contract

(1) A contract is concluded when the customer submits an audio file and successfully completes payment, or when the Provider confirms the order.

(2) The customer warrants that they possess all necessary rights to the submitted audio files.

§ 4 Prices and Payment

(1) The prices displayed at the time of the order shall apply.

(2) Payment must be made before processing begins unless otherwise agreed.

(3) The Provider reserves the right to withhold delivery of the processed files until full payment has been received.

§ 5 Delivery

(1) Delivery shall be made digitally via download link, email, or another agreed platform.

(2) Delivery times are non-binding unless expressly agreed otherwise.

§ 6 Revisions

(1) One revision round is included in the price only if explicitly stated in the service description or otherwise agreed upon.

(2) Additional revision requests may be charged separately.

§ 7 Customer Rights and Obligations

(1) The customer guarantees that they own all necessary usage, copyright, and related rights to the submitted files.

(2) The customer shall indemnify and hold the Provider harmless against any third-party claims arising from unlawful use, possession, or transmission of the submitted files.

§ 8 Liability

(1) The Provider shall be fully liable for damages caused by intent or gross negligence.

(2) In cases of ordinary negligence, the Provider shall only be liable for breaches of essential contractual obligations.

(3) To the extent permitted by law, liability shall be limited to the value of the respective order.

§ 9 File Storage

(1) Submitted audio files and project files will be stored for up to 30 days after completion of the order.

(2) After this period, files may be deleted without further notice.

(3) The customer is solely responsible for backing up and storing the delivered final files.

§ 10 Right of Withdrawal

(1) Consumers are generally entitled to a statutory right of withdrawal where applicable.

(2) The customer expressly agrees that the Provider may begin performance of the service before

General Terms and Conditions (GTC) – Artwork (Cover Design) for Digital Releases

Version: July 9, 2026

§1 Scope of Application

(1) These General Terms and Conditions (GTC) apply to all contracts between the Designer and their clients regarding the creation of cover designs and graphic works for digital music releases.

(2) Deviating terms and conditions of the Client shall only become part of the contract if their validity has been expressly agreed to in writing.

§2 Conclusion of Contract

(1) Offers made by the Designer are non-binding and subject to change.

(2) A contract is concluded through written order confirmation, signing of an individual contract, or commencement of performance.

(3) Changes or extensions to the scope of services must be agreed upon in writing.

§3 Scope of Services

(1) The scope of services is determined by the respective offer, contract, or written order confirmation.

(2) The Designer creates cover designs exclusively based on the specifications and information provided by the Client.

(3) Drafts, sketches, and intermediate versions are not considered final works.

(4) Unless otherwise agreed, the remuneration includes a reasonable number of revisions. Additional change requests may be charged separately.

§4 Client’s Obligations to Cooperate

(1) The Client shall provide all information, texts, images, and other materials required for the execution of the order in a timely manner.

(2) The Client warrants that the content provided is free of third-party rights or that the necessary usage rights have been obtained.

(3) The Client shall indemnify the Designer against all third-party claims arising from the use of the provided content.

§ 5 Remuneration and Payment Terms

(1) The prices agreed in the respective contract or offer shall apply.

(2) Invoices are payable within 14 days of the invoice date without deduction, unless otherwise agreed.

(3) In case of late payment, the Designer is entitled to charge statutory default interest.

(4) Until full payment has been made, all usage rights remain with the Designer.

§6 Usage Rights

(1) The transfer of agreed usage rights shall only take place after full payment of the agreed remuneration.

(2) Unless otherwise specified in the individual contract, the Client is granted an exclusive, unlimited (time and territory) usage right for digital music releases.

(3) The usage includes in particular:

Streaming platforms

Download portals

Digital music distributors

Artist websites

Social media channels

Digital advertising

Press and promotional activities

(4) The license does not include in particular:

CDs, vinyl records, or other physical sound carriers

Merchandise products

Clothing

Printed materials

Resale of the artwork as a standalone product

NFT or blockchain applications

A separate written agreement is required for such uses.

§7 Copyright

(1) The Designer remains the author of all created works.

(2) No transfer of copyright shall take place, insofar as legally permissible.

(3) The Designer is entitled to use the created works for reference and self-promotion purposes, in particular on their website, social media, and portfolio, unless the Client expressly objects in writing.

§8 Acceptance

(1) The Client shall inspect the delivered services without undue delay.

(2) Any complaints must be submitted in writing within 14 calendar days of delivery.

(3) If no complaint is made within this period, the service shall be deemed accepted.

§9 Warranty

(1) The Designer undertakes to provide the agreed services with due care.

(2) Obvious defects must be reported within the period specified in §8.

(3) The Designer has the right to rectify defects within a reasonable period.

§10 Liability

(1) The Designer shall be fully liable in cases of intent and gross negligence.

(2) In cases of slight negligence, liability shall only apply in the event of a breach of essential contractual obligations and shall be limited to the foreseeable, contract-typical damage.

(3) Liability for loss of profit, indirect damages, or consequential damages is excluded to the extent legally permissible.

(4) The Designer is not liable for errors resulting from incorrect or incomplete information provided by the Client.

§11 Use of AI-Based Tools

(1) The Designer is entitled to use AI-based tools in the creation of designs, provided such use is legally permissible.

(2) Responsibility for compliance with the terms of use of the software used lies with the Designer.

(3) If relevant for the use of the work, the Client shall be informed accordingly.

§12 Confidentiality

(1) Both parties undertake to keep confidential all information obtained in the course of the collaboration.

(2) This obligation shall remain in effect after termination of the contractual relationship.

§13 Data Protection

(1) Personal data shall be processed exclusively for the purpose of contract execution.

(2) Processing shall comply with applicable data protection laws, in particular the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

§14 Final Provisions

(1) The law of the Federal Republic of Germany shall apply, excluding the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods.

(2) If the Client is a merchant, a legal entity under public law, or a special fund under public law, the place of jurisdiction shall be the Designer’s registered office.

(3) Should any provision of these GTC be or become invalid in whole or in part, the validity of the remaining provisions shall remain unaffected.

(4) Amendments or additions to these GTC must be made in writing.

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General Terms and Conditions (GTC) – DIGITAL MUSIC DISTRIBUTION 

Version: July 9, 2026

§ 1 Scope of Application  

These General Terms and Conditions apply in addition to the distribution agreement. Any terms of the Artist that deviate from these conditions shall apply only with the Distributor's written consent.

§ 2 Services Provided by the Distributor  

The Distributor provides services for the digital distribution of music recordings. These include:  

- technical processing,  

- transmission to platforms,  

- metadata management,  

- accounting/settlement. 

§ 3 No Guarantee of Success  

The Distributor does not guarantee:  specific streaming figures,  revenue,  reach,  playlist placements. 

§ 4 Platform Dependency  

(1) The Artist acknowledges 

- that platforms have their own rules, 

- review procedures, 

- and technical processes. 

(2) Rejections or delays caused by platforms do not constitute a breach of contract. 

§ 5 Artist Content  

The Artist is solely responsible for:  

- rights,  

- permissions,  

- information provided,  

- the legality of the content. 

§ 6 Removal of Releases  

The Distributor may remove releases in the event of:  

- legal infringements, 

- violations of platform policies, 

-  incorrect information,  

- security or legal risks. 

§ 7 Third-Party Providers  

(1) The Distributor may engage technical service providers and distribution partners. 

(2) The Distributor shall only be liable for technical failures on the part of such provi-ders if the Distributor is at fault.

§ 8 Communication  

Communication shall take place electronically. The Artist must keep their contact details up to date.

§ 9 Breach of Contract  

In the event of material breaches, the Distributor may:  

- suspend services,  

- halt releases,  

- remove content,  

- terminate the contract. 

§ 10 Final Provisions  

German law applies. Should any provision be invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.