Terms & Conditions
Studio Bookings & Recordings
- Crukces charges extra for Extended Timings i.e. Late Night/Early morning. Please get in touch with the studio for current booth rates.
- Regular Timings (RT/RTC/OSRT) are from 1100-2100 hours Mondays till Sundays.
Extended Timings (ET/OSET) are from 2100-1100 hours Mondays till Sundays. - The session time shall start at the booking time/visit time/setup time of the client, whichever is earlier.
- Sessions can be rescheduled outside 48 hours before the scheduled start time for no charge.
- Rescheduling the session within 48 hours upto 2 hours before the start time shall attract 50% of the booked session cost, 1 hour of booth charges in Studio B or 2 hours of booth charges in Studio A/ Studio C whichever is higher as a rescheduling/cancellation fee.
- For bulk package sessions in Studio A, Studio B or Studio C, only one session can be consumed per calendar day.
- Sessions rescheduled within 2 hours of the scheduled start time, Sessions booked on Sundays and any other festive days indicated by the studio in writing before booking, shall attract 100% of the booked session cost as a rescheduling/cancellation fee.
- For active Club Crukces Members, the cancellation/rescheduling penalty shall be levied as per their membership terms and conditions.
- The client has to pay 100% of add-on costs as a penalty for any rescheduled/canceled sessions.
- We generally deliver the recording files within 2 business days (Weekdays). Should you require the files earlier, please place a request with the recording engineer and we’ll be happy to accommodate your request if the timelines allow!
- For active Club Crukces Members, the delivery of files shall be done as per the timelines mentioned in the membership.
- For sessions extending beyond the prebooked time, the client shall be charged as per the prevailing studio rates. Please ask any of our staff to know the current applicable charges.
- Editing/compiling charges are extra and are billed as per the consumed studio time.
- For Video Shoots/ Workshops / Special Requests, the studio may ask the client for a security deposit which shall be refunded within 7 days upon completion of their session if there is no damage to the studio property. Crukces reserves the right to hold the Security Deposit in case of any damages done to the studio property by the client.
- In case of any breakage/damages to the studio property, the client shall be liable to pay in full for repairs or replacement. By booking a session at Crukces Studios, the client agrees that the cost indicated by the studio for repair/replacement is final. It cannot be negotiated and no disputes can be raised for the shared cost. This cost must be paid to the studio within 7 days of the session date. If not paid within 7 days, the studio reserves the right to initiate legal proceedings for recovery of the money at their preferred jurisdiction. The client shall also be charged all legal, statutory & time-billing expenses.
- Any recording files/files generated at the session in the studio are the property of Crukces Studios Pvt Ltd until the payment for the session has been made in full.
- The studio shall release the recording files only upon complete payments. If the client and studio are under a contract, the terms and conditions outlined in the contract shall prevail.
Beatsmith Package
- Songs exceeding three minutes in length will incur a charge of 1500/- for every additional thirty seconds. Any increase in duration will be rounded up to the next 30 seconds.
- Additional studio hours can be purchased at the prevailing rates.
- Recording session can be availed in 1 slot of 1 hour at Studio C between 11am-9pm Monday-Sunday. This session can be utilized for recordings upto 1 microphone.
- Upgrades to Studio B are available at Rs. 500 per hour, between 11am and 9pm, Monday to Sunday.
- Night recording (9pm to 11am, Monday to Sunday) is conducted exclusively at Studio B and is charged at an additional Rs. 1,000 per hour over prevailing rates.
- The Beatsmith Package covers a maximum project duration of 30 days, calculated from the booking date or the date of first payment, whichever is earlier.
- Extensions beyond 30 days will attract a retainer fee of Rs. 1,000 per month, for a maximum of 3 additional months.
- Projects not completed within 4 months of the booking date or the date of first payment, whichever is earlier, will be closed without further notice.
- Standard Pitch Correction covers one vocalist per song, with a maximum combined vocal duration of 3 minutes, inclusive of all vocal layers. Additional backing layers beyond this limit will be charged at Rs. 1,000 per minute.
- Processing for additional or backing vocalists will be charged at Rs. 2,000 per vocalist for the first 2 minutes.
- Stereo Mixing and Mastering will commence only after the client’s written approval of the production. Any revisions to the production after approval may attract additional charges of up to Rs. 10,000.
- All revision discussions will be conducted online or over the phone. Clients who wish to attend the studio in person for revision sessions may do so at Rs. 500 per hour at Studio C.
- In the event that the client changes the project brief after the commencement of the project, the studio reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to levy an additional charge of up to Rs. 10,000 for each revised brief submitted. A change in project brief includes but is not limited to changes in genre, concept, reference tracks, lyrical direction, arrangement style, or any other creative or technical parameter that materially alters the original scope of work agreed upon at the time of booking. The studio’s determination of what constitutes a new or revised brief shall be final.
- Standard Mastering Set includes :-
Studio Master (MA) | .wav/.mp3
Studio Master Instrumental (INST) | .wav/.mp3 - Additional terms and conditions apply to this package and are to be read in conjunction with these terms. These are set out at the bottom of this page under the heading Additional Terms & Conditions.
Artist's Package
- Songs exceeding three minutes in length will incur a charge of 5000/- for every additional minute. Any increase in duration will be rounded up to the next full minute.
- Additional studio hours can be purchased at the prevailing rates.
- Explore session can be availed in 1 slot of 2 hours. This session may be booked in Production Suites, Studio B or Studio C as per the studio’s discretion.
- Recording session can be availed in 1 slot of 2 hours. This session can be utilized for recordings upto 2 microphones.
- The Artist’s Package includes a maximum project duration of 90 days, starting from the booking date or the date of first payment whichever is earlier. A retainer fee of 5000/- per month will be applicable for any extension beyond this period.
- Project timelines for bulk projects will be defined as per the respective contracts.
- Standard Pitch Correction include processing for one vocalist per song, with a maximum total duration of 3 minutes (including all vocal layers). Additional backing layers will be chargeable at 1000/- per minute.
- Processing for additional vocalists or backing vocalists will be charged at 2000/- per vocalist.
- Stereo Mixing & Mastering will commence only after approval of the production. Any revisions made to production post-approval may incur additional charges of up to 20000/-
- Standard Mastering Set includes :-
Studio Master (MA) | .wav/.mp3
Studio Master Instrumental (INST) | .wav/.mp3 - An extended set of Mastering file variants will cost 2000/- extra. The extended set in addition to Standard Master Set includes :-
Loud Master (LM) | .wav/.mp3
Loud Master Instrumental (LMINST) | .wav/.mp3
Digital Distribution General (DD) | .wav
Digital Distribution Apple Music (APPLE) | .wav
Digital Distribution Spotify (SPOTIFY) | .wav
Upto 3 Minus Tracks (M1/M2/M3) | .wav
Upto 3 CBRT Cuts (CB1/CB2/CB3) | .wav
Upto 3 Teaser Cuts (TS1/TS2/TS3) | .wav - Music distribution is included only for original compositions. The studio reserves the right to decline distribution of any song at its discretion, and the studio’s decision shall be final. The studio will not be held responsible for partial distribution, non-distribution, or takedowns resulting from failure to meet the distributor’s quality or originality standards, incorrect data provided for distribution, or data submitted in the wrong format. These terms apply in addition to those outlined in the distribution agreement.
- Standard music distribution does not include CBRT and Indian distributors. Distribution through these platforms is available at an additional cost of 1000/-
- This package includes one visualiser video, created using a stock template. Any modifications requested after confirmation of the template will incur additional charges.
Digital Package
- Songs exceeding four minutes in length will incur a charge of 7000/- for every additional minute. Any increase in duration will be rounded up to the next full minute.
- Additional studio hours can be purchased at the prevailing rates.
- Explore sessions can be availed in 2 slots of 2 hours each. This session may be booked in Production Suites, Studio B or Studio C as per the studio’s discretion.
- Recording sessions are available in minimum slots of 2 hours and a maximum of 4 hours. These sessions can be utilized for recordings upto 2 microphones.
- The Digital Package includes a maximum project duration of 180 days, starting from the booking date or the date of first payment whichever is earlier. A retainer fee of 5000/- per month will be applicable for any extension beyond this period.
- Project timelines for bulk projects will be defined as per the respective contracts.
- Processing for additional vocalists or backing vocalists will be charged at 2000/- per vocalist.
- Stereo Mixing & Mastering will commence only after approval of the production. Any revisions made to production post-approval may incur additional charges of up to 20000/-
- Standard Mastering Set includes :-
Studio Master (MA) | .wav/.mp3
Studio Master Instrumental (INST) | .wav/.mp3 - An extended set of Mastering file variants will cost 2000/- extra. The extended set in addition to Standard Master Set includes :-
Loud Master (LM) | .wav/.mp3
Loud Master Instrumental (LMINST) | .wav/.mp3
Digital Distribution General (DD) | .wav
Digital Distribution Apple Music (APPLE) | .wav
Digital Distribution Spotify (SPOTIFY) | .wav
Upto 3 Minus Tracks (M1/M2/M3) | .wav
Upto 3 CBRT Cuts (CB1/CB2/CB3) | .wav
Upto 3 Teaser Cuts (TS1/TS2/TS3) | .wav - Music distribution is included only for original compositions. The studio reserves the right to decline distribution of any song at its discretion, and the studio’s decision shall be final. The studio will not be held responsible for partial distribution, non-distribution, or takedowns resulting from failure to meet the distributor’s quality or originality standards, incorrect data provided for distribution, or data submitted in the wrong format. These terms apply in addition to those outlined in the distribution agreement.
- Standard music distribution does not include CBRT and Indian distributors. Distribution through these platforms is available at an additional cost of 1000/-
- This package includes one visualiser video, created using a stock template. Any modifications requested after confirmation of the template will incur additional charges.
Hybrid Package
- Songs exceeding five minutes in length will incur a charge of 7000/- for every additional minute. Any increase in duration will be rounded up to the next full minute.
- Additional studio hours can be purchased at the prevailing rates.
- Explore sessions can be availed in 2 slots of 2 hours each. This session may be booked in Production Suites, Studio B or Studio C as per the studio’s discretion.
- Recording sessions are available in minimum slots of 2 hours and a maximum of 4 hours. These sessions can be utilized for multi-mic audio and video recordings.
- The Hybrid Package includes a maximum project duration of 180 days, starting from the booking date or the date of first payment whichever is earlier. A retainer fee of 5000/- per month will be applicable for any extension beyond this period.
- Project timelines for bulk projects will be defined as per the respective contracts.
- Processing for additional vocalists or backing vocalists will be charged at 2000/- per vocalist.
- Stereo Mixing & Mastering will commence only after approval of the production. Any revisions made to production post-approval may incur additional charges of up to 20000/-
- Standard Mastering Set includes :-
Studio Master (MA) | .wav/.mp3
Studio Master Instrumental (INST) | .wav/.mp3 - An extended set of Mastering file variants will cost 4000/- extra. The extended set in addition to Standard Master Set includes :-
Loud Master (LM) | .wav/.mp3
Loud Master Instrumental (LMINST) | .wav/.mp3
Digital Distribution General (DD) | .wav
Digital Distribution Apple Music (APPLE) | .wav
Digital Distribution Spotify (SPOTIFY) | .wav
Upto 3 Minus Tracks (M1/M2/M3) | .wav
Upto 3 CBRT Cuts (CB1/CB2/CB3) | .wav
Upto 3 Teaser Cuts (TS1/TS2/TS3) | .wav - Music distribution is included only for original compositions. The studio reserves the right to decline distribution of any song at its discretion, and the studio’s decision shall be final. The studio will not be held responsible for partial distribution, non-distribution, or takedowns resulting from failure to meet the distributor’s quality or originality standards, incorrect data provided for distribution, or data submitted in the wrong format. These terms apply in addition to those outlined in the distribution agreement.
- This package includes one visualiser video, created using a stock template. Any modifications requested after confirmation of the template will incur additional charges.
Crimson Package
- Songs exceeding seven minutes in length will incur a charge of 10000/- for every additional minute. Any increase in duration will be rounded up to the next full minute.
- Additional studio hours can be purchased at the prevailing rates.
- Explore sessions can be availed in 3 slots of 2 hours each. This session may be booked in Production Suites, Studio B or Studio C as per the studio’s discretion.
- Recording sessions are available in minimum slots of 2 hours and a maximum of 4 hours. These sessions can be utilized for multi-mic audio and video recordings.
- The Crimson Package includes a maximum project duration of 180 days, starting from the booking date or the date of first payment whichever is earlier. A retainer fee of 5000/- per month will be applicable for any extension beyond this period.
- Project timelines for bulk projects will be defined as per the respective contracts.
- Processing for additional vocalists or backing vocalists will be charged at 2000/- per vocalist.
- Dolby Atmos Functional Mixing & Mastering, included with the Crimson Package, will commence only after approval of the Stereo Mix. Any revisions made to the stereo mix, mastering, or production post-approval may incur additional charges of up to 20000/-
- An upgrade from Dolby Atmos Functional Mixing & Mastering to Dolby Atmos Creative Mixing & Mastering is available at an additional cost of 10000/- payable at the time of project booking.
- Standard Crimson Mastering Set includes :-
Studio Master (MA) | .wav/.mp3
Studio Master Instrumental (INST) | .wav/.mp3
Loud Master (LM) | .wav/.mp3
Loud Master Instrumental (LMINST) | .wav/.mp3
Digital Distribution General (DD) | .wav
Digital Distribution Apple Music (APPLE) | .wav
Digital Distribution Spotify (SPOTIFY) | .wav
Upto 3 Minus Tracks (M1/M2/M3) | .wav
Upto 3 CBRT Cuts (CB1/CB2/CB3) | .wav
Upto 3 Teaser Cuts (TS1/TS2/TS3) | .wav - Music distribution is included only for original compositions. The studio reserves the right to decline distribution of any song at its discretion, and the studio’s decision shall be final. The studio will not be held responsible for partial distribution, non-distribution, or takedowns resulting from failure to meet the distributor’s quality or originality standards, incorrect data provided for distribution, or data submitted in the wrong format. These terms apply in addition to those outlined in the distribution agreement.
- Distribution of the Dolby Atmos track is not included and will incur an additional charge of 2000/-
- This package includes one visualiser video, created using a stock template. Any modifications requested after confirmation of the template will incur additional charges.
Karaoke Package
- Songs exceeding four minutes’ length will incur a charge of 1000/- for every one exceeded minute. Any amount of increment in the duration of the song will be rounded to the next minute.
- Additional studio hours can be purchased as per the current prevailing charges.
- The Karaoke Package carries a maximum project time of 15 days. The starting date of the project will be marked from the first production demo delivery date/ first recording/practice session whichever is earlier. Revision costs indicated by the studio upon inspection shall apply upon expiry of project time.
- Recording time can be availed in 1 slot of 1 hour. Recording Time can only be utilized for vocal recording for one song.
- Standard Pitch Correction include processing for one vocalist per song, with a maximum total duration of 3 minutes (including all vocal layers). Additional backing layers will be chargeable at 1000/- per minute.
- An upgrade to Hybrid Mixing for the karaoke project can be purchased for 1000/- per song.
- Karaoke Recording Package/Vouchers have a maximum validity of one year from the date of issue. The studio shall not redeem expired vouchers.
- For Karaoke Recording Package/Vouchers, these terms and conditions override the ones mentioned on the backside of every voucher.
Voice Overs
- The charges quoted are for the indicated project requirements. Additions, changes, or modifications to the voice-over, including but not limited to, the voice talent, the vision of the project, script length, script language, background scoring requirements, processing, and editing may attract additional charges as indicated by the studio.
- Modification/Addition in the script will not be allowed in package costs after recording initiation.
- All projects carry unlimited mixing & editing revisions for locked script and deliverables for a period of 7 days until otherwise specified.
- Please specify audio requirements (if any) before starting the project. Crukces shall not be responsible for mismatched configurations. Our studio delivers all files in .WAV adhering to the following standards.
48KHz | 24 bits | Stereo | -16-18 LUFSi | 0.0dB True Peak | Unditherd Masters.
5 Stem Mixing & Mastering
- Songs exceeding four minutes’ length will incur an additional mixing charge of 1500/- for every exceeded minute. Any amount of increment in the duration of the song will be rounded to the next minute.
- Revisions for mixing & mastering will lapse after 30 days from the delivery of the first mix. The client will have to pay additional charges as indicated by the studio for additional revisions.
- Processing for additional Vocal/Backing Layers will be chargeable at 1500/- per layer set.
- Changes in stems/approach/references/sound signature leading to a major change in the mixing approach shall be counted as a new project.
- For a project with more than 5 stems, the project files shall be inspected and a customized quotation shall be shared with the client.
- An extended set of Mastering file variants will cost 3000/- extra. The extended set in addition to Standard Master Set includes :-
Loud Master (LM) | .wav/.mp3
Loud Master Instrumental (LMINST) | .wav/.mp3
Digital Distribution General (DD) | .wav
Digital Distribution Apple Music (APPLE) | .wav
Digital Distribution Spotify (SPOTIFY) | .wav
Upto 3 Minus Tracks (M1/M2/M3) | .wav
Upto 3 CBRT Cuts (CB1/CB2/CB3) | .wav
Upto 3 Teaser Cuts (TS1/TS2/TS3) | .wav
Mixing & Mastering (Stereo & Atmos)
- Songs exceeding seven minutes’ length will incur an additional mixing charge of 4000/- for every exceeded minute. Any amount of increment in the duration of the song will be rounded to the next minute.
- Revisions for mixing & mastering will lapse after 30 days from the delivery of the first mix. The client will have to pay additional charges as indicated by the studio for additional revisions.
- Changes in approach/references/sound signature leading to a major change in the mixing approach shall be counted as a new project.
- For a project with more than 50 stems, the project files shall be inspected and a customized quotation shall be shared with the client.
- Standard Mastering Set includes :-
Studio Master (MA) | .wav/.mp3
Studio Master Instrumental (INST) | .wav/.mp3
Loud Master (LM) | .wav/.mp3
Loud Master Instrumental (LMINST) | .wav/.mp3
Digital Distribution General (DD) | .wav
Digital Distribution Apple Music (APPLE) | .wav
Digital Distribution Spotify (SPOTIFY) | .wav
Upto 3 Minus Tracks (M1/M2/M3) | .wav
Upto 3 CBRT Cuts (CB1/CB2/CB3) | .wav
Upto 3 Teaser Cuts (TS1/TS2/TS3) | .wav
STEM Files / Project Files
- STEM Files for the project (Normal & Fx) shall be delivered to the client free of charge if the request is placed within project time.
- Delivery charges shall apply for any file generation/rendering/delivery after expiry of project time.
- DAW files of the Production & Mixing are the work product & property of Crukces Studios and shall not be released to the client.
Additional Terms & Conditions
General Terms & Conditions
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These terms and conditions apply to all projects and sessions at Crukces Studio, in addition to any category-specific terms set out elsewhere in this document.
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All charges are exclusive of GST. An 18% GST will be levied on all applicable services.
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Until full payment has been received, Crukces Studio will provide only a watermarked, 96kbps mp3 file with a reduced or specified audio spectrum. No final deliverables will be released prior to settlement of all outstanding dues.
- All payments made towards a project booking are strictly non-refundable. Once a booking is confirmed and payment has been received, no refund shall be issued under any circumstances, whether the project has commenced or not, including but not limited to cases of change of mind, change of creative direction, personal circumstances, or delays attributable to the client.
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Invoices once generated are final and cannot be modified.
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Payments not received within 30 days of the due date will attract interest at 18% per annum on the outstanding amount, calculated from the date the payment fell due until the date of full settlement. Any disputes arising from or related to these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts at Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
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All add-on services and products being any service or product not included in the standard offering, including but not limited to revision charges, artist fees, additional studio time, and other special charges must be paid for in full in advance of the service being rendered.
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For custom projects, a separate quotation and additional terms may apply. These will be discussed and formalized through a written contract or services agreement signed by both parties.
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Crukces Studio shall not be liable for any delays arising from the client’s failure to make timely payment, delayed responses or feedback, unavailability for scheduled sessions of any kind, or failure to establish a clear creative direction for the project.
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In the event of cancellation of a booked project that has not yet commenced, the booking amount is non-refundable. Once a project has commenced, it cannot be cancelled and no refund shall be issued under any circumstances.
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The client acknowledges and agrees that Crukces Studio shall retain sole legal ownership of all project content and project-related material generated at Crukces, including all associated copyrights and intellectual property rights, until full payment has been received. Upon receipt of full payment, all agreed rights and deliverables shall transfer to the client as per the terms of the applicable project agreement.
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All client files will be retained on Crukces’ secure servers for a period of one year from the project completion date. Crukces shall not be responsible for ensuring future file compatibility beyond this period. Clients who wish to have their files deleted prior to the expiry of this period may submit a written request to the studio, and the files will be deleted within a reasonable time thereafter. Crukces shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from such deletion.
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Crukces may use content created or collected in the course of client interactions including photographs, audio recordings, and video for marketing and promotional purposes, whether online or offline. Clients who do not wish their content to be used in this manner may notify Crukces in writing, and their content will not be used for these purposes from the date such notice is received.
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Crukces reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time. Clients will be notified of material changes via email or through the studio’s official communication channels, and continued engagement with Crukces following such notice shall constitute acceptance of the revised terms.
Music Distribution Terms & Conditions
- Music distribution is included exclusively for original compositions. The studio reserves the right to decline distribution of any song at its sole discretion, and such decisions shall be final.
- The studio shall not be held liable for partial distribution, non-distribution, or content takedowns arising from: failure to meet the distributor’s quality or originality standards; incorrect or incomplete data submitted by the client; or data submitted in an incorrect format.
- Standard music distribution does not include CBRT or Indian distributor platforms. Distribution through these platforms is available at an additional charge of Rs. 1,000.
- These terms apply in addition to those outlined in the separate distribution agreement.
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