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Studio: means Subsonnik Studios located at 4400 S Wayside Dr #103b, Houston, TX 77087, USA.

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Client: means the person or company referred to on the booking message/invoice.

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For the purposes of this and future agreements, the term “Studio” refers to Subsonnik Studios located at 4400 S Wayside Dr #103b, Houston, TX 77087, USA.

In like manner, the term “Client” refers to the person or company named on the booking message, invoice or Rental Agreement.

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1. The Client agrees to pay for studio time at the rate in effect at the time of booking. The specified non-refundable deposit is required to confirm studio booking. Rates are subject to change without notice. Minimum session time is one (1) hours for studio rental without sound engineer and two (2) hours for studio rental with sound engineer.

2. The Studio will provide studio time and the services of a recording engineer for the duration required by the Client (unless instructed otherwise). Any additional time required for providing Studio services, including, but not limited to, mixing, mastering, creating additional versions, stems and adding to or modifying tracks require additional fees.

3. The Client is responsible for all amounts due and shall make payments to the Studio by cash or credit/debit before the start of the session. Any additional charges incurred must be paid on the completion of the recording session. The Client is responsible for any and all legal costs and attorney’s fees required to collect payment for any services rendered.

4. If the Client requires the services of session musicians (including vocalists), the client will be responsible for all arrangements and paying said musicians. If the Client requests the Studio to arrange for session musicians to be at the recording session, the arrangements will continue to be between the musicians and Client. The Studio is not responsible for any actions by the requested musicians (ie; late/no-show, poor performance). In most cases, payment for additional musicians will be expected at the time services are rendered.

5. In the event of cancellation or rescheduling of a booked recording session or other scheduled services by the Client with less than a 48-hour notice BEFORE the scheduled session, the Client agrees to forfeit the deposit placed to hold 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, he will be responsible for payment of the period of time he was scheduled and the time will not be extended. This amount includes payment for a sound engineer, if included on the booking agreement. If the Client is late in excess of 20 minutes, the Studio reserves the right to cancel the session and the Client forfeits all deposits.

7. If the Studio is required to cancel a session due to unavoidable circumstances not within the Studio’s control (ie; engineer illness, natural disaster), the Studio will reschedule the session for the earliest available time consistent with the needs of the Client. In the event that neither the Client nor the Studio can reach an agreement on a date and time for re-schedule, the Studio shall refund the full deposit amount to the Client.

8. When a client books a studio session/rental, the reserved time becomes unavailable for others to rent. If the client decides to end the session early, they are still responsible for payment for the entire reserved time and are not entitled to a refund or credit. However, the client can reduce the scheduled session's time by contacting the Studio at least 48 hours before the start of the session, provided the reduced time adheres to the Studio’s Terms regarding Booking Minimums. Studio rentals booked less than 48 hours before the session cannot be modified, and engineers are not authorized to negotiate a time reduction after a session begins.

9. If a client wants to extend their studio time, the extension request is contingent 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. The definition of studio "Time" includes set-up, break-down, breaks taken by the client/artists and engineer. For sessions lasting eight hours or longer, the engineer is entitled to a 30-minute meal break per session, which 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. Studio Rental and other services are also non-refundable. However, the Studio makes every effort to work with the Client to deliver the highest quality product per the Client's expectations.

12. The Studio will not transfer recording files or copies thereof to the Client or Client’s representative until all outstanding balances are paid in full. Until such time as the Client has met the monetary terms of the Studio’s Rental Agreement, all recording files will be left 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 back up the Client’s recording files. All session files shall 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. Alternately, 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 is responsible for all personal items brought to the Studio. The Studio holds no liability for any of the Client's personal property that is lost or stolen while on Studio grounds.

16. The Client is responsible for any loss or damage to the Studio or the Studio’s property that is caused by the Client or any part of the Client’s party due to misuse, negligence, and/or careless actions and will result in legal action.

17. If the Client chooses to rent a studio without an engineer, they are responsible for the condition of the premises upon departure. If the studio is left unclean or in disrepair, the client must pay all fees necessary to return the studio to its pre-rental condition.

18. The Client is solely responsible for obtaining all necessary licenses before duplicating or replicating any works in which they do not lawfully own the rights. It is 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 is also responsible for all fees associated with obtaining such licenses and codes.

19. Any violation of the terms and conditions by the Client or any member of their party will result in immediate termination of the agreement. Upon termination, the Client and all persons included in the Client's party will be escorted from the property, and the Client forfeits all deposits paid to the Studio. The Client will be banned from using the Studio's facilities, including all Sister Recording Studios. The Studio or Studio Representative reserves the right to refuse service to anyone and determine when a violation of these terms has occurred.

20. The Client 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 strictly prohibited 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 violates this policy, 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 of this policy will result in the cancellation of the session without any refund.

23. The Client agrees that the Studio 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 upholds the privacy of its Clients and will never sell, share, or download the Client's recordings without prior written consent from the Client.

24. When leaving and entering the studio, please remember the door must be kept shut and locked at all times. Any theft or damages that occur as a result of the door being left open will be chargeable to the client.

25. This isn't a rule, but more of a recommendation. The studio is used for creativity and business. the less people in a recording session, the easier it will flow. This will allow our engineers to concentrate and help you to their best ability.

26. Client agrees to waive any claim of liability against subsonnik studios for any injury whatsoever, either out of accident, illness, or physical injury while on the premises.

27. If any portion of this Agreement proves to be unlawful or invalid, the remainder of the agreement will 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 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.

28. This constitutes the entire agreement between the Client and the Studio. Any changes to this agreement must be in writing, signed, and agreed upon by both parties. By entering into a booking agreement, the Client confirms that they have read, fully understand the terms and conditions, and agree to all provisions.