Terms and conditions

This English version is provided for convenience. Only the German version is legally binding: AGB.

1. Scope

These terms and conditions apply to all services of Max Fischer & Helge Marie Hümpel GbR (Schaalsee Records), Seeweg 2a, 23883 Seedorf OT Groß Zecher, Germany (hereinafter “we”): studio days with accommodation in the artist flat, mixing, mastering, studio concerts, video recordings and workshops.

2. Conclusion of contract

Every booking starts with a personal conversation. The contract is concluded when we confirm your booking in writing (by email). Information on the website does not constitute a binding offer.

3. Services

A studio day comprises eight hours of work in the studio with us, the use of the room and equipment, and accommodation in the artist flat for up to ten people. Mixing and mastering are charged per song and include three rounds of revisions. Further services are agreed individually.

4. Prices and payment

The prices agreed at the time of booking apply.

A deposit of 20 percent is due immediately upon booking, the remainder by the agreed date. Opening offers (“Now for later”) must be paid in full by 31 Dec 2026; the studio days take place by 30 June 2027 at the latest.

5. Cancellation and rescheduling

Cancellation is free of charge up to 14 days before the date; after that we charge 50 percent of the agreed price. Rescheduling is possible by arrangement.

6. Stay in the artist flat

Our house rules apply, which you receive with the booking confirmation. You are liable in accordance with the statutory provisions for damage to rooms, furnishings and equipment caused by you or the people accompanying you.

7. Rights to the recordings

All rights to your songs and recordings remain with you. We may only use short excerpts, photos and videos from the session for our own promotion with your consent.

8. Data backup

We keep the project files for at least one year after completion. We do not provide permanent archiving; please also back up your data yourself.

9. Liability

We are liable without limitation for intent and gross negligence and for injury to life, body and health. Otherwise we are only liable for the breach of essential contractual obligations, limited to the foreseeable damage typical for the contract.

10. Final provisions

The law of the Federal Republic of Germany applies. Should any provision of these terms be invalid, the validity of the remaining provisions remains unaffected.

As of: October 2026