1. Services

QRS provides audio recording, mixing, mastering, music production, podcast production, audiobook production, video production, photography, and related creative media services. Specific deliverables, timelines, and pricing are outlined in individual project agreements or booking confirmations.

2. Bookings and Payments

2.1 Deposits

A non-refundable deposit is required to secure studio time. Deposit amounts are specified at booking. Your session is not confirmed until the deposit is received.

2.2 Payment

Full payment is due upon project completion unless otherwise agreed in writing. Invoices not paid within 14 days of the due date may incur a late fee of 1.5% per month on the outstanding balance.

2.3 Cancellations and Rescheduling

Cancellations made fewer than 48 hours before a scheduled session will forfeit the deposit. Rescheduling requests made at least 48 hours in advance will be accommodated once at no charge, subject to availability.

3. Intellectual Property

3.1 Client-Owned Content

You retain ownership of your original compositions, lyrics, and creative works. By booking with QRS, you represent that you have the rights to all material recorded during your session.

3.2 QRS Productions

Any beats, instrumentals, or compositions created or co-created by QRS staff are subject to a separate licensing agreement. Use without an executed license is prohibited.

3.3 Finished Masters

Upon receipt of full payment, QRS grants you a license to use the finished recorded masters as specified in your project agreement. QRS retains the right to list your project in our portfolio and promotional materials unless you request otherwise in writing prior to project completion.

3.4 Sync and Licensing

If your project is intended for sync licensing, broadcast, or commercial placement, it is your responsibility to ensure all samples, interpolations, and third-party elements are properly cleared. QRS assumes no liability for copyright infringement arising from client-supplied material.

4. Client Responsibilities

You agree to:

• Arrive on time for scheduled sessions. Studio time begins at your scheduled start time regardless of late arrival.

• Treat QRS staff, equipment, and facilities with respect. Damage caused by you or your guests will be billed at full replacement cost.

• Not bring unauthorized persons into the studio without prior approval.

• Not engage in illegal activity on QRS premises or in connection with QRS services.

• Back up your own project files. QRS is not responsible for data loss after project delivery.

5. File Delivery and Storage

QRS will deliver your final files in the agreed-upon format via digital download, file transfer, or physical media. QRS retains project files for 30 days after delivery. After 30 days, files may be deleted without notice. Extended storage must be requested in writing prior to project completion.

6. SMS and Text Message Communications

By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to SMS communications, you consent to receive text messages from QRS including session reminders, booking confirmations, and promotional updates (for opted-in users only).

Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Reply STOP to opt out at any time. Reply HELP for assistance. Consent to receive SMS messages is NOT a condition of purchasing any product or service. For full details, see our Privacy Policy at video.qrstacoma.com.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, QRS and its owners, employees, and contractors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our services, including loss of revenue, loss of data, or damage to recordings. QRS's total liability for any claim shall not exceed the total amount paid by you to QRS in the three months preceding the claim.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless QRS, its owners, employees, and contractors from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of our services, your content, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any third-party rights.

9. Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms shall first be addressed through good-faith negotiation. If unresolved within 30 days, disputes shall be submitted to binding arbitration in Pierce County, Washington, under the rules of the American Arbitration Association. Nothing herein prevents either party from seeking injunctive relief in a court of competent jurisdiction.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

11. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

12. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with any executed project agreements, booking confirmations, and our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and QRS regarding your use of our services and supersede all prior understandings.

13. Contact

Q's Recording Studios

1101 A St, Suite 306

Tacoma, WA 98402

Phone: 253-678-4997

Email: [email protected]

Website: qrstacoma.com