Terms & Conditions

Last updated September 18, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms & Conditions form part of the agreement between Mobtown Studios, LLC, a Maryland limited liability company, doing business as Mat Leffler-Schulman Mastering ("MLS Mastering"), and any person or entity ("Client") engaging MLS Mastering for mastering or related services.

Client accepts these Terms by submitting the MLS Mastering intake form, sending files for mastering, or making any payment. The person accepting represents that they are authorized to do so on behalf of any artist, label, or company they represent.

2. Risk of Loss

All risk of loss or damage to materials, physical or digital, after arrival at the studio is assumed by Client. MLS Mastering is not liable for special, incidental, or consequential damages, including, without limitation, lost income, lost profits, or emotional distress arising from the loss, damage, or destruction of materials prior to final delivery.

If a project is placed on hold at Client's request, MLS Mastering will store physical materials for up to 60 days. After that period, materials may be considered abandoned and disposed of at MLS Mastering's discretion.

3. Media Storage & Materials

All tapes, CDs, ADATs, DATs, hard drives, or digital files are stored at Client's risk. MLS Mastering may release materials only upon full payment.

For projects that have not commenced, physical or digital materials left at the studio for more than 60 days without written authorization to begin work, payment of a deposit, or project-related communication from the Client will be deemed abandoned.

Similarly, unclaimed materials from completed projects will be deemed abandoned 60 days after project completion. MLS Mastering will attempt to notify Client using the contact information on file before disposing of, destroying, or recycling any abandoned materials. If Client does not respond within 14 days of that notice, MLS Mastering may proceed at its sole discretion, without further liability or notice to the Client. MLS Mastering is not a storage facility. Clients are strongly encouraged to retain backups of all original files.

4. Payment & Late Fees

Payment is due upon receipt of final masters unless otherwise agreed. Late payments incur 1.5% interest per month. MLS Mastering may stop work or withhold files for non-payment. Acceptance of late payment does not waive the right to full payment.

All sales are final.

Deposits, when required, are non-refundable unless explicitly stated. Accepted payment methods include bank transfer, credit card, or other agreed-upon methods.

All fees are in U.S. dollars. Client is responsible for any bank, wire transfer, or currency conversion fees.

5. Project Turnaround & Delivery

Estimated delivery times begin after all files, instructions, and approvals are received. MLS Mastering is not responsible for delays caused by incomplete submissions, unclear communication, or factors beyond its control.

Digital deliveries are hosted via third-party services and are subject to those services' availability and retention policies. While download links are typically valid for 365 days unless otherwise agreed, clients are strongly encouraged to download and back up their files immediately upon delivery, as link availability and third-party hosting cannot be permanently guaranteed. Clients assume responsibility for maintaining copies of delivered files.

6. Chargebacks & Dispute Resolution

Clients must attempt to resolve issues directly with MLS Mastering before initiating chargebacks or disputes. Reversing payment for completed and delivered work will be considered a breach of contract.

7. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Maryland, regardless of Client's location. All legal claims are subject to state courts in Baltimore City, Maryland, USA. Client consents to jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

8. Force Majeure

MLS Mastering is not liable for delays or failures caused by events beyond its reasonable control, including, without limitation, natural disasters, equipment failure, internet or utility outages, and security incidents, breaches, or service disruptions affecting third-party platforms used for file delivery or storage.

9. Limitation of Liability for Reproduction

MLS Mastering makes every reasonable effort to deliver work according to Client specifications. MLS Mastering's liability for any errors in delivered masters, whether digital or physical, is limited to correcting the master files themselves at no additional cost. MLS Mastering is not liable for consequential losses, including, without limitation, lost income, lost sales, emotional distress, or costs associated with pressing, distribution, or reproduction, even if the master holds commercial or sentimental value.

MLS Mastering performs thorough quality control on all deliverables. Client assumes responsibility for reviewing and approving all deliverables and masters prior to manufacturing, distribution, final archiving, or any other use. MLS Mastering is not liable for errors identified after Client has authorized or proceeded with reproduction or distribution.

In no event shall MLS Mastering's total liability exceed the fees paid for the project.

10. Ownership & Portfolio Use

Upon full payment, Client owns the final delivered masters. MLS Mastering retains no rights to distribute, license, or otherwise commercially exploit delivered masters. MLS Mastering may use released delivered work, in whole or in part, along with associated artwork and credits, for portfolio, demo reel, or promotional purposes, unless Client requests otherwise in writing. MLS Mastering will promptly remove any such material upon Client's written request.

11. Confidentiality

MLS Mastering treats all Client materials, including unreleased music and related project information, as confidential. Such materials will not be shared, previewed, or discussed publicly prior to Client's release of the work, except as permitted under Section 10 or as otherwise agreed in writing.

This confidentiality commitment applies to MLS Mastering's own handling, storage, and transmission of Client materials. MLS Mastering is not responsible for unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss of materials resulting from a security incident, breach, or vulnerability at a third-party service used for file delivery, storage, or transfer, provided MLS Mastering selected such services in good faith and in the ordinary course of business.

12. Revisions

Two revisions are included in the base mastering fee. If Client submits a revised mix following delivery of masters, a new session fee applies, as this requires a new mastering session rather than an adjustment to the existing one. Additional revision rounds beyond those included may incur additional charges.

13. Modification to Terms

MLS Mastering may update these Terms at its discretion. The version in effect when a project is initiated governs that project. A project is considered initiated upon receipt of files, submission of intake form, written authorization, or payment, whichever occurs first. Continued engagement after updates constitutes acceptance of revised Terms for future projects.

14. Entire Agreement & Severability

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between Client and MLS Mastering regarding the services described herein and supersede any prior discussions, understandings, or agreements, whether written or oral. If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. Rights in Materials

Client warrants that it owns or controls all rights in the submitted materials and will indemnify MLS Mastering against any claims arising from them.