Frequently asked questions
When booking a recording session at Rich Music Studios LLC you are entering into a contract by which you are agreeing unconditionally on behalf of the artist/band to abide by the studio’s terms and conditions as detailed below.
Booking a Recording session: Session bookings, times and dates are subject to availability and approval from a member of Rich Music Studios LLC. Rich Music Studios LLC reserve the right to refuse and reschedule any confirmed bookings. Bookings are made by the following methods only. ClearDigitalStudios.com – Phone: 314-476-5880, 314-325-4087 Email:Richmusic314@gmail.com and are not valid until confirmed and deposit is paid.
Payment: Payment can be made with cash or credit/debit card. It is the responsibility of the artist to cover the cost of each session in full either in advance or on the day of the session. A 50% - 100% deposit is required (Online Only) to confirm all bookings by phone or when booking online payment will be taken IN FULL. This deposit is non refundable or transferable. The remainder of the studio bill should be paid in full on the first day of your session Late payment will lead to an additional fee of $10, and refusal to pay may lead to prosecution. No Call/No shows that have paid deposit will result in loss of monies and studio time, non refundable.
Failure to produce full payment will result in the studio withholding session time, all copies of recordings, masters or session files until all fees have been paid and funds have cleared. You must pay for the full amount of hours you book; it’s not our responsibility to manage your studio time. If the recording session is broken up over a period of time (8hrs+), payment will be required either in advance or in installments to cover time that has been used Rich Music Studios LLC reserves the right to implement these payment terms where applicable. All session files are deleted from Rich Music Studios hard drives 30 days after session completion unless otherwise specified. Please bring a backup storage device if you require your multi-tracks.
Cancellations: 24 hours notice is required for the cancellation of a session; this includes weekends and bank holidays. If a session is cancelled with less than 24 hours notice, full payment will be required to book further sessions. No Call/No shows that have paid deposit will result in loss of monies and studio time, non refundable. Cancellations as a result of adverse weather conditions such as snow ect, will be rescheduled.
Breakages and damages to studio equipment: Any damage caused to studio equipment due to misuse and abuse will be charged to the artist/band/individual. Refusal to pay for breakages will lead to exclusion and prosecution. If an item of equipment is damaged or missing at the start of your session please report it to the engineer.
Personal items/lost property: Please make sure that you do not leave personal items unattended and ensure that you take all of your belongings with you when you leave. Rich Music Studios LLC is not responsible for any personal items that are lost or damaged on the premises.
Guests: Clients are allowed a maximum of 2-3 guests during the recording sessions. Rich Music Studios LLC must be given 24hr notice when requesting additional guest & apply. Client must get approval from Rich Music Studios LLC prior to showing up with additional guest.
Smoking: Smoking is permitted anywhere IN THE HALLWAY OR OUTSIDE the studio complex. If you leave the premises to smoke, please ensure that you are a safe distance from the studio and that your cigarette stubs are disposed of appropriately. When leaving and entering the studio, please remember that the entry 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 artist/band.
Recording Tips: Be on time and prepared
Bring your instrumental or have download link ready
Bring Hard drive or flash to take your files upon completion
If you cannot abide by these terms and conditions, please do not book a Recording session. Thank You.
Once your project is completed, you will receive an MP3 and WAV file of your Mixed or Mastered song, along with any add-ons you have ordered. You will also receive an m3u file which allows your song to be automatically imported onto your computer or mp3 players music playback system (iTunes, Windows Media Player, etc.) WE WILL NOT send you a copy of the session where we mixed and mastered. Although we can send individual stems of your project at extra cost. EVERY MIX AND MASTER SESSION INCLUDES: EQUALIZATION - COMPRESSION - REVERB - PEAK LIMITING - ADDING AMBIANCE - STEREO WIDENING - BASS ENHANCEMENT - LOUDNESS - MAXIMIZATION - DYNAMIC EXPANSION - FADES/CROSSFADES EDITING - MINOR FLAWS - NOISE REDUCTION - TO ELIMINATE CLICKS, DROPOUTS AND "HISS"
TEXT/ISRC ENCODING + ALBUM ART ( By Request Only)