TERMS AND CONDITIONS (T&C)

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Tobias Popp – Sole Proprietor
operating under “Litty Wave Studios”

Hennenbacher Straße 18a  
91522 Ansbach  
Germany

1. Scope of Application

(1) These Terms and Conditions (T&C) apply to all contracts between Tobias Popp (hereinafter referred to as the “Provider”) and his customers regarding the provision of services and the sale of digital products.

(2) These T&C apply regardless of whether the contract is concluded via the Provider’s website, external platforms such as BeatStars or Cal.com, or through individual agreements.

(3) Deviating or supplementary terms and conditions of the customer shall not apply unless the Provider expressly agrees to them in writing.

2. Mixing & Mastering Services
 

2.1 Contract Formation and Payment

(1) Mixing and mastering services are agreed upon individually. The contract is concluded upon written confirmation (e.g. via email) and full payment.

(2) Payment must be made prior to the start of processing via PayPal payment request or invoice, unless otherwise agreed.

(3) Processing will only begin after full payment has been received. Reservations or production slots are only binding after payment.

2.2 Requirements for Customer Audio Files

(1) The customer is obliged to provide all audio files required for processing in technically flawless condition.

(2) The audio files must meet the following requirements:

• File format: WAV or AIFF  

• Minimum resolution: 16 bit / 44.1 kHz  

• Uncompressed and without effects (e.g. EQ, reverb, delay, limiter), unless such effects are explicitly part of the desired sound design  

• Identical start point (0:00) for all files  

• Headroom of at least -5 dB  

• Clear and unambiguous file naming  

(3) If these requirements are not met, delays or additional processing effort may occur. Any resulting additional costs shall be borne by the customer.

2.3 Processing Time and Delivery

(1) The final files are generally delivered within 14 days after payment has been received, provided that all required files and information have been submitted in full.

(2) Delays caused by late delivery of files, missing information, or outstanding feedback shall extend the processing time accordingly.

(3) Delivery is generally provided as a WAV file via download link.

2.4 Revisions and Acceptance

(1) Unless otherwise agreed, two revisions per song are included in the service scope.

(2) Requests for changes must be submitted in writing within 7 calendar days after receipt of the delivered version.

(3) If no feedback is received within 14 calendar days after delivery, the service shall be deemed accepted and completed.

(4) Additional revisions or changes after acceptance are subject to a fee.

2.5 Project Expiry

(1) If required files, information, or feedback are not provided by the customer within 60 days after the payment date, the entitlement to further processing shall expire.

(2) In this case, there is no entitlement to a refund.

3. Sale of Beats (Digital Products)
 

3.1 Subject Matter of the Contract

(1) Beats are sold via the BeatStars platform or other distribution channels used by the Provider.

(2) The terms and conditions of the respective platform shall apply in addition.

3.2 Digital Content and Right of Withdrawal

(1) Beats constitute digital content.

(2) By starting the download, the customer expressly agrees that contract performance begins before the expiry of the statutory withdrawal period.

(3) The right of withdrawal expires upon commencement of the download in accordance with Section 356 (5) of the German Civil Code (BGB).

3.3 Usage Rights and Licenses

(1) The customer acquires usage rights in accordance with the respective purchased license (e.g. Premium or Exclusive License).

(2) Resale, transfer, or sublicensing of the beat or any of its components is not permitted.

(3) The customer is entitled to modify the beat and adapt it to their musical needs, provided this is done within the scope of the license terms.

3.4 Copyright and Composer Credit

(1) The Provider remains the copyright holder of the beat.

(2) The producer must be credited as a composer with 100% of the composer’s share under the legal name “Tobias Popp” in all releases and registrations with collecting societies, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

3.5 Delivery and Stems

(1) Beats are generally delivered as WAV or MP3 files without tags.

(2) The customer shall only receive individual stems if they are expressly included in the purchased license or agreed upon separately.

4. Studio Sessions
 

4.1 Booking and Payment

(1) Studio sessions are booked via Cal.com or comparable booking systems.

(2) Payment must be made in advance via PayPal or bank transfer. The appointment is only considered binding once payment has been received.

4.2 Cancellation and Rescheduling

(1) Free cancellation or rescheduling is possible up to 48 hours before the agreed appointment.

(2) Cancellations or changes must be made in writing.

4.3 Short-Notice Cancellations

(1) In the event of cancellation or rescheduling less than 48 hours before the appointment, the Provider reserves the right to retain 30% of the paid amount as a cancellation fee.

4.4 No-Show and Late Arrival

(1) If the customer fails to appear at the agreed appointment without prior notice, there is no entitlement to a refund.

(2) In the event of late arrival, the booked session time will be reduced accordingly. There is no entitlement to an extension or refund.

5. Limitation of Liability
 

5.1 No Guarantee of Success

(1) The Provider does not guarantee any economic or artistic success, in particular regarding streaming numbers, chart placements, placements, or revenue.

5.2 Liability for Customer Content

(1) The customer warrants that they hold all necessary rights to the materials provided.

(2) The Provider shall not be liable for legal violations arising from content supplied by the customer.

6. Right of Withdrawal for Services

(1) For services, the right of withdrawal expires once the customer has expressly agreed that the service shall commence before the expiry of the withdrawal period.

(2) This consent is given at the latest upon payment authorization and shall be deemed explicit consent to the early commencement of the service.

7. Final Provisions
 

7.1 Amendments to the Terms and Conditions

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

7.2 Applicable Law and Place of Jurisdiction

(1) The law of the Federal Republic of Germany shall apply.

(2) The place of jurisdiction shall be the Provider’s place of business, provided the customer is a merchant, a legal entity under public law, or a special fund under public law.

Last updated: January 2026