TERMS AND CONDITIONS (T&C)
 
by
 
Tobias Popp – Sole Proprietor
operating under the name “Litty Wave Studios”
Hennenbacher Straße 18a
91522 Ansbach
Germany
 
Table of Contents

1. Scope of Application

2. Mixing & Mastering Services

3. Sale of Beats (Digital Products)

4. Studio Sessions

5. Merchandise / Print-on-Demand

6. Disclaimer of Liability

7. Right of Withdrawal for Services

8. Final Provisions
   
    

1. Scope of Application
 
1.1 General
(1) These Terms and Conditions (T&C) apply to all agreements between Tobias Popp (hereinafter referred to as the “Provider”) and his customers regarding the provision of services and the sale of digital and physical products.
(2) These T&C apply regardless of whether the agreement is concluded via the Provider’s website or through individual arrangements.
(3) Any deviating or supplementary terms of the customer shall not apply unless expressly agreed to in writing by the Provider.


2. Mixing & Mastering Services

2.1 Contract Formation and Payment
(1) Mixing and mastering services are agreed individually. The contract becomes effective upon written confirmation (e.g. via email) and full receipt of payment.
(2) Payment must be made before work begins via PayPal, bank transfer, or other offered payment methods unless otherwise agreed.
(3) Work will only begin after full payment has been received. Reservations or production slots are only considered binding after payment.

2.2 Requirements for Customer Audio Files
(1) The customer is responsible for providing all required audio files in technically proper condition.
(2) Audio files should preferably meet the following requirements:

• File format: WAV or AIFF

• Minimum resolution: 16 Bit / 44.1 kHz

• Uncompressed

• Unified starting point (0:00)

• Sufficient headroom

• Clear and proper file naming

(3) Failure to meet these requirements may result in delays or additional editing work. Any resulting additional costs shall be borne by the customer.

2.3 Processing Time and Delivery
(1) Final files are generally delivered within 14 days after payment has been received, provided that all required files and information have been submitted completely.
(2) Delays caused by late file delivery, missing information, or delayed feedback will extend the processing time accordingly.
(3) Delivery is generally made as a WAV file via download link.

2.4 Revisions and Approval
(1) Unless otherwise agreed, two revisions per song are included.
(2) Revision requests must be submitted in writing within 7 calendar days after delivery of the provided version.
(3) If no feedback is received within 14 calendar days after delivery, the project shall be considered accepted and completed.
(4) Additional revisions or changes after acceptance are subject to additional charges.

2.5 Project Expiration
(1) If required files, information, or feedback are not provided within 60 days after payment, the customer’s claim for further work expires.
(2) In this case, no refund shall be granted.


3. Sale of Beats (Digital Products)

3.1 Subject Matter of the Contract
(1) The Provider sells digital music productions (“beats”) exclusively through the official website.
(2) Only Premium and Exclusive licenses are offered.
(3) The exact scope of usage rights is determined by the license selected at the time of purchase.
(4) By completing the order process, the customer submits a binding offer to purchase the selected license.

3.2 Delivery of Digital Content
(1) After successful payment, the customer will automatically receive the download link for the purchased beat via email.
(2) Delivery is made exclusively as a WAV file without producer tags unless otherwise agreed.
(3) The invoice and corresponding license agreement are sent separately via email.
(4) The customer is responsible for providing a valid email address and checking spam or promotional folders regularly.
(5) Download links may be limited in time or number of downloads for security reasons.
(6) If the customer does not receive the download link, invoice, or license within a reasonable period, the customer must contact the Provider immediately.

3.3 Digital Content and Right of Withdrawal
(1) The offered beats are digital products not delivered on a physical data carrier.
(2) The customer expressly agrees that the Provider begins contract fulfillment before the statutory withdrawal period expires.
(3) The customer acknowledges that the right of withdrawal expires upon the start of the download in accordance with Section 356 (5) of the German Civil Code (BGB).

3.4 Usage Rights and Editing
(1) The Provider remains the copyright holder and original composer of the beat unless otherwise agreed in writing.
(2) The customer only receives the usage rights according to the purchased license.
(3) The customer is permitted to edit, cut, arrange, and add vocals, instruments, and effects to the beat within the scope of the purchased license.
(4) Reselling, sublicensing, redistributing, or unauthorized sharing of the beat, its components, or the WAV file is prohibited.
(5) The use of beats for unlawful, discriminatory, or copyright-infringing content is prohibited.

3.5 Samples and Third-Party Material
(1) The Provider may use licensed samples, loops, or sounds from third-party providers during beat production.
(2) The Provider warrants that all used samples and sounds are licensed or royalty-free to the best of his knowledge.
(3) The customer only receives usage rights to the beat within the purchased license. No separate rights to individual samples, loops, or sounds are granted.
(4) The Provider shall not be liable for future changes to the licensing terms of external sample or sound providers beyond his control.

3.6 Premium and Exclusive Licenses
(1) Premium licenses are granted on a non-exclusive basis. The Provider reserves the right to continue offering the beat and selling additional licenses.
(2) Upon purchase of an Exclusive license and full payment, the beat will generally no longer be actively offered for sale.
(3) Premium licenses legally purchased before the sale of an Exclusive license remain valid.

3.7 Copyright and Producer Credits
(1) The producer must be properly credited on all releases. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, acceptable credits include:

• “Prod. by Litty Wave Studios”

• “Produced by Litty Wave Studios”

(2) The customer is obligated to inform the Provider immediately about any planned release.
(3) The customer must also provide all information required for registration with GEMA or other collecting societies in a timely manner, including but not limited to:

• Artist name

• Song title

• Release date

• ISRC code (if available)

• Participating artists and contributors

• Label or distribution information

(4) Unless otherwise agreed in writing, Tobias Popp must be listed as composer with the agreed composer shares when registering the work with collecting societies.

3.8 Prices and Payment Processing
(1) The prices displayed on the website at the time of purchase apply.
(2) Payment is processed through the payment methods offered during checkout.
(3) The Provider reserves the right to reject or cancel orders in cases of suspected fraud, abuse, or unauthorized payment usage.

3.9 Technical Notes and Liability
(1) The Provider does not guarantee permanent re-download availability of digital products.
(2) The customer is responsible for properly backing up purchased files immediately after delivery.
(3) The Provider shall not be liable for technical issues outside of his control, including hosting, email, or payment service disruptions.
(4) Minor sonic differences caused by playback systems, streaming platforms, or file formats do not constitute defects.


4. Studio Sessions

4.1 Booking and Payment
(1) Studio sessions are booked through the website booking system or comparable booking platforms.
(2) Payment must be made in advance via PayPal, bank transfer, or other offered payment methods.
(3) A session is only considered officially reserved after payment has been received.

4.2 Cancellation and Rescheduling
(1) Cancellations or rescheduling are free of charge up to 48 hours before the agreed appointment.
(2) Any cancellation or schedule change must be submitted in writing.

4.3 Short-Notice Cancellations
(1) For cancellations or rescheduling requests made less than 48 hours before the appointment, the Provider reserves the right to retain up to 30% of the paid amount as a cancellation fee.

4.4 No-Show and Delays
(1) If the customer fails to appear without prior notice, no refund shall be granted.
(2) If the customer arrives late, the booked session time will be shortened accordingly. No extension or refund claim exists.


5. Merchandise / Print-on-Demand

5.1 Subject Matter of the Contract
(1) The Provider sells merchandise products through the official online shop.
(2) Production, packaging, and shipping are handled by the external print-on-demand provider Printful.
(3) Products are manufactured only after an order has been placed.

5.2 Contract Formation
(1) Product displays in the online shop do not constitute legally binding offers.
(2) By completing the order process, the customer submits a binding offer to purchase the selected products.
(3) The contract becomes effective only upon shipping confirmation or shipment of the goods.

5.3 Prices and Payment
(1) The prices displayed at the time of purchase apply.
(2) According to Section 19 UStG (German Small Business Regulation), no VAT is shown.
(3) Payment is processed through the payment methods offered in the online shop.

5.4 Production and Delivery Times
(1) All merchandise products are produced only after the order has been placed.
(2) Production and delivery times may vary depending on product type, workload, and shipping region.
(3) Stated delivery times are non-binding estimates unless otherwise agreed.

5.5 Shipping
(1) Shipping is made to the address provided by the customer.
(2) The Provider shall not be liable for delivery delays caused by incorrect address information supplied by the customer.
(3) International deliveries may be subject to additional customs duties, taxes, or import fees payable by the customer.

5.6 Product Presentation and Color Variations
(1) Product images are for illustrative purposes only.
(2) Minor variations in colors, print placement, materials, or sizing may occur due to production processes and do not constitute defects.
(3) Colors may appear differently depending on screens or display devices.

5.7 Withdrawal and Returns
(1) Where legally applicable, the Provider’s separate withdrawal policy applies.
(2) Individually manufactured or personalized products may be excluded from exchange or return where legally permitted.
(3) Returns caused by incorrectly selected sizes do not entitle the customer to reimbursement of return shipping costs.

5.8 Damaged or Defective Goods
(1) The customer must report visible damages or production defects immediately after receiving the goods.
(2) Complaints should preferably include clear photos documenting the issue.
(3) In justified cases, replacement or refund shall be provided at the Provider’s discretion.

5.9 Liability
(1) The Provider shall not be liable for delays or production defects caused by external production or shipping providers unless caused intentionally or through gross negligence.
(2) Statutory warranty rights remain unaffected.


6. Disclaimer of Liability

6.1 Success Disclaimer
(1) The Provider does not guarantee any commercial or artistic success, including but not limited to streaming numbers, chart placements, placements, or financial revenue.

6.2 Liability for Customer Content
(1) The customer confirms that they hold all necessary rights to the submitted materials.
(2) The Provider shall not be liable for legal violations caused by materials provided by the customer.


7. Right of Withdrawal for Services
(1) For services, the right of withdrawal expires once the customer has expressly agreed that the Provider may begin performing the service before the withdrawal period expires.
(2) This consent is considered granted no later than the payment authorization and constitutes explicit consent for early commencement of the service.


8. Final Provisions

8.1 Changes to the Terms and Conditions
(1) The Provider reserves the right to amend these Terms and Conditions for future agreements.

8.2 Applicable Law and Jurisdiction
(1) The laws of the Federal Republic of Germany shall apply.
(2) The place of jurisdiction shall be the Provider’s registered location, provided the customer is a merchant, legal entity under public law, or public-law special fund.


Status: May 2026