Terms & Conditions
LF Audio Solutions Terms & Conditions
ABN: 45 235 378 003
EMAIL: leshy@lfaudio,net
WEB: https://www.lfaudiosolutions.com
PHONE: 0444509467
Audio Services Terms & Conditions
CONTENTS
Section A - Main
Section B - Payment (Recording, Mixing, Mastering and other)
Section C - Cancellations
Section D - Liability (Media & Backup)
Section E - Health & Safety
Section F - Premises & Equipment
SECTION A - MAIN
LF Audio Solutions is based at a location which is a purpose built Recording & Post-Production Audio complex. LF Audio Solutions also conducts business at other premises and studios. These general terms and conditions are for the Safety and Benefit of all who use the facilities both at LF Audio Solutions and at any other location where LF Audio Solutions employees may provide services. Any persons may be asked to leave and may be barred from our premises/ place of work and facilities if they initiate or are involved in any of the following:
• Willful damage to any part of the interior or exterior of the building.
• Graffiti to any part of the interior or exterior of the building.
• Willful damage to studio equipment or hired equipment
• Willful damage to the studio equipment through means of cyber security breaches or other cyber related invasive, destructive or criminal activities
• Tampering, disabling or attempting to disable any Health & Safety equipment or fittings.
• Physical / verbal abuse to LF Audio Solutions employees, associates or guests and visitors.*
• Any activity that constitutes or is regarded as in breach of any part of these Terms and Conditions.
*Guests: As the client you have the opportunity to bring in guests for projects. It is important that you are aware as the host of these guests that you are responsible for their conduct and safety at the studio facilities. Keeping guests to a minimum ensures maximum productivity.
SECTION B – PAYMENT
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Payment options include: PayID, Cash, Internet Bank Transfer
DEPOSIT
For any in-studio recording sessions, a $100 Holding Deposit is required along with a signed RECORDING AGREEMENT in order to book the dates required. Dates are subject to studio availability, but we will do our utmost to accommodate your schedule. Full Payment for recording sessions (minus the Deposit) is to be paid 48 hours prior to commencement of the session, after confirmation of availability. Any extra recording time left over may go toward Post Production (editing/ mixing) or file transfer. Any extra hours required will be charged at the normal rate.
Recording:
Prices that include Audio Engineer services depict that the engineer provided by LF Audio Solutions runs the session. If you are supplying your own engineer, he/ she is to run the session, however, LF Audio Solutions will still have a studio assistant on hand for introduction to studio equipment & workflow options and will be on standby within the facility. No recordings or associated files will be released by LF Audio Solutions until the client has signed a RECORDING RELEASE STATEMENT FORM as issued by LF Audio Solutions.
Mixing/ Editing:
Mixing and / or editing of an audio file (or number of files) is to be paid 50% prior to commencement of the process, as per quoted time, and the remainder of the payment including the quoted time and any additional requirements requested in writing, will be due within 48 hours after delivery.
Should the client request small adjustments to the editing/ mix (such as vocal level etc.) this can be discussed with the engineer and are usually free of charge, pending approval. However additional work will be charged at the normal mixing/editing rate, as agreed on in writing. If the client is unable to review mixes/ edits at LF Audio Solutions’ studios and require a copy sent to them for approval purposes, only an mP3 version at no higher than 320kbps will be provided prior to final approval.
The client does not have the authority to release these files in any capacity until they have signed the RECORDING RELEASE STATEMENT FORM detailing that the Client agrees to have accepted all final goods. Mixing/ editing time can vary from file to file depending on the project. Track count, instrument types, editing and various other factors can alter the amount of time required to complete a mix/ edit.
Is the file intended as a demo or commercial release? We encourage contacting LF Audio Solutions and speaking with one of our Engineers to discuss your project for an estimate on time and costs. Mixing and editing services usually begin after all parts are recorded, on a different day. This allows the Engineer to begin the mix process with fresh ears and often requires a resetting of equipment. With most projects, the bulk of the mixing/ editing usually takes place with only the engineer present until it is at a point where the songs are sounding at least 85% finished, when the client will then sit in on a mix/ edit review for any required tweaks and/ or approval. No mixes or edits or associated files will be released by LF Audio Solutions until the client has signed a POST PRODUCTION RELEASE STATEMENT FORM as issued by LF Audio Solutions.
SECTION C – CANCELLATION
Recording:
A 48-hour cancellation policy applies to all recording session bookings. A minimum of 48 hours notice must be given before session start time to cancel or change a booking in order to receive your deposit back. If cancelling or a change in booking is requested within 48 hours of session start time, your deposit will be forfeited. A cancellation with good reason and with more than 48 hours notice will warrant a deposit refund. In this case, the client will be asked to provide Bank Details for the refund.
Mixing/ Editing:
There is a no refund policy for mixing or editing once an agreement has been signed.
Should the client request small adjustments to the editing / mix (such as vocal level etc.) this can be discussed with the engineer and are usually free of charge, pending approval. However additional work will be charged at the normal mixing/editing rate, as agreed in writing. If the client is unable to review mixes/ edits at LF Audio Solutions’ studios and require a copy sent to them for approval purposes, only an mP3 version at no higher than 320kbps will be provided prior to final approval.
SECTION D – LIABILITY
LF Audio Solutions is not legally responsible for items brought by the client onto any premises where our services are provided. It is recommended that clients obtain insurance to protect against possible expense or loss of article(s) of value left on the premises. This includes instruments as well as any data storage units (for audio and session backup) left at LF Audio Solutions or at any premises where LF Audio Solutions work has been conducted.
Media & Backup:
Clients are not to bring a USB Hard Drive, blank CD’s or DVD’s for backup and/ or archive purposes of Audio and Session files. At the completion of your project, your file will be sent through digital channels and any digital data created as part of your session will be stored for a period of 28 days as a courtesy, but is not considered fully backed up and safe until you, as the client, stores and retains a copy of the files.
The amount of hard drive space required depends on the amount of audio recorded within the session (i.e. track count, song length, resolution etc.). It is important to discuss recording format resolution (such as Bit Float and Sample Rate) with the inhouse Engineer or Studio Assistant prior to commencing the session.
At LF Audio Solutions, Logic Pro sessions are usually run in a High Definition audio resolution with a sample rate of 44.1\96KHz and Bit Float of 24\32Bit. A lower resolution may be required if it is known that the session will continue at another studio without HD capabilities.
LF Audio Solutions will not accept responsibility for lost files. This is the responsibility of the client. Time taken to transfer & backup files is charged at the usual studio rate.
SECTION E - HEALTH & SAFETY
Fire Evacuation:
When visiting LF Audio Solutions studios or any other premises where LF Audio Solutions work is conducted, please familiarise yourself with the Fire Exit points. In the event of a fire, please make your way to the nearest Fire Exit following the Fire Exit signs.
Electrical Safety:
Bands wishing to use their own equipment do so at their own risk. LF Audio Solutions will accept no responsibility for any damage or injury caused by faults arising from their use. Repair or replacement costs for any damage to LF Audio Solutions facilities or equipment arising from the use of non-LF Audio Solutions equipment will be recovered from the person who booked the service.
LF Audio Solutions requests that any equipment brought in be tested and tagged to comply with AS/NZ 3760 standards for electrical safety.
Smoking:
Smoking is only allowed in the designated smoking areas on any premises where LF Audio Solutions work is conducted. Smoking is NOT permitted anywhere else on the premises.
Drugs and Alcohol:
No drugs or alcohol are permitted on the premises at any time. If any person using or distributing drugs is found on the premises, law enforcement will be called immediately.
SECTION F – PREMISES & EQUIPMENT
Equipment:
LF Audio Solutions equipment is not to be tampered with, removed or reset without prior consultation with an LF Audio Solutions Staff Member. We ask that all of the client’s equipment be kept with the client at all times. LF Audio Solutions will accept no responsibility for any damage or injury caused by misplacemenent, faults arising from their use or being left in unsafe conditions without supervision.
Accidental Damage:
Should any accidental damage occur to any part of the equipment being provided by LF Audio Solutions, please report it to the Staff Member on duty immediately. Failure to do so may result in an accident being interpreted as willful damage.
Eating:
Food and drink is NOT allowed in any of the Recording or Rehearsal suites, bottled water is allowed only in locations where it cannot damage equipment if spilled.
Anti-Social Behaviour:
Our staff is here to help and support you. Verbal or physical abuse will not be tolerated and legal proceedings will be initiated against any offender.
Car Parking:
In the interests of all staff and visitors could you please park sensibly and avoid blocking people in. Guests are to use the street parking where available. LF Audio Solutions will not be held accountable for any parking infringements incurred due to additional time requirements and/ or unlawful parking conditions.
Session Times:
The client and guests are invited to enter any booked premises only after the session time has commenced. The client and guests are expected to have already packed up and exited by the session end time.