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By engaging the services of Mix Artist Studio, the client acknowledges and agrees to abide by the following terms, conditions and procedures.
Mix Artist Studio is located on an alcohol-free and smoke-free property. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in adhering to this policy at all times.
The studio is available for full-day and half-day bookings.
To secure a booking, a deposit or full payment is required.
Unless otherwise agreed in writing, the remaining balance for recording sessions is due on the first day of production.
A 50% upfront deposit is required before mixing commences.
Mixing begins once:
The remaining balance is due either:
whichever occurs first.
Final mix files will be made available for download immediately after final payment has been received.
Payment of the final balance constitutes approval of the completed mix and concludes the project.
If you are unable to attend a studio session or need to postpone a project, please notify us as soon as possible via email or phone.
Where possible, we will arrange a new booking at the next available date.
For recording sessions:
For mixing projects:
Good communication is one of the most important ingredients in a successful project.
Email is the preferred method of communication and we aim to respond to messages within 24 hours during business days. Weekend responses are generally reserved for urgent matters.
For bands and group projects, we strongly recommend nominating a single representative for all communication and feedback. Consolidated feedback helps avoid conflicting requests and significantly improves workflow efficiency.
Video-chat consultations can also be arranged where appropriate.
Feedback is most useful when it is constructive, specific and includes descriptions or examples of the desired outcome.
Typical turnaround times are:
These timeframes are estimates only and may vary depending on project complexity and studio workload.
Priority turnaround options may be available at additional cost.
Recording sessions include access to:
Mixing services generally include:
The intention is to work collaboratively and efficiently towards completing your project to a professional standard and within a reasonable timeframe.
Unless specifically quoted, the following services are not included:
Additional mix exports (eg stems) are not included, but can be requested for an additional fee.
Occasionally these services may become necessary during production. Where this occurs, additional costs may apply and will always be discussed and approved before proceeding.
Mix Artist Studio provides an obligation of means rather than an obligation of result.
This means we undertake to provide:
However, the final artistic outcome of a project depends on many factors outside the studio's control, including performance quality, arrangement, preparation, source material, creative direction and subjective personal taste.
Accordingly, Mix Artist Studio cannot guarantee:
Ownership of recordings and mixes transfers to the client upon full payment of all outstanding invoices.
Mix Artist Studio retains the right to use excerpts of recordings, mixes or associated materials for promotional purposes unless otherwise agreed in writing.
In the unlikely event of a technical failure that prevents a session or project from proceeding, Mix Artist Studio will offer replacement studio time or reasonable corrective action at the next available opportunity.
If a replacement session cannot be provided within 100 days, the client may request a full refund for the affected services.
Mix Artist Studio cannot be held liable for consequential losses, missed opportunities or damages arising from delays, interruptions or technical failures.
Refunds are not available for subjective, aesthetic or creative disagreements. Artistic satisfaction is inherently subjective and cannot be guaranteed.
When releasing your project, credit is greatly appreciated.
Suggested credit:
Recorded by Jan "Yarn" Muths | Mix Artist Studio
Mixed by Jan "Yarn" Muths | Mix Artist Studio
Mix Artist Studio reserves the right to amend these terms, conditions and procedures at any time.
The version in effect at the time a booking is confirmed or a project commences will apply to that booking or project.
Thank you for taking the time to read through these terms, conditions and procedures. Congratulations - you've now completed the hardest part of the process.
I'm looking forward to working with you on your music project.
These terms, conditions and procedures are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia.
Any disputes arising in connection with these services shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales and Australia.