Recording Contract Forms

Write your own Recording Studio Contracts with these professionally prepared legal templates.

  • Contracts, releases and royalty agreements for working with musical artists, sound engineers and technicians.
  • Downloadable templates that can be customized for your studio operation.
  • A great cost-effective alternative for indie music labels. You don't need to hire a lawyer to draft your contracts.
  • Forms for United States and Canada as well as generic documents that can be used anywhere.
  • Whether you're a large record company or an independent producer, you'll love how easy it is to use these studio contract forms.
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Acknowledgement of Debt Obligation for Studio Fees

Do you allow musical artists to use your recording studio on a pay-later basis? Be sure you get paid with this Acknowledgement of Debt Obligation for Recording form.

  • The Acknowledgement can cover all or part of the costs, including studio time, engineer, producer, session musicians, and CD mastering.
  • The artist acknowledges the outstanding amounts still owing to various parties involved in making the recording and agrees to pay all the outstanding amounts prior to releasing the recording for sale.
  • The form is easy to use - buy, download, fill in and print.
  • This form is available in MS Word format and is fully editable.
$2.29
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Musical Artist Release for Use of Likeness

Record producers, obtain a release from an artist to use their likeness in connection with promotion of a recording with this Musical Artist Release Form.

  • The artist grants the record company and related parties (distributors, advertisers, affiliates, etc) the right to use the image and likeness of the artist for purposes of advertising and promoting recordings containing a performance by the artist as a musician or vocalist.
  • The artist agrees not to make any claim against the record company for any reason, including invasion of privacy.
  • The file includes a section to be completed if the artist is a minor (under 18 years of age).
  • This is a reusable and editable release form. Buy, download, use it as often as you need to.
$2.29
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Musical Artist Release of Performance on Masters

Obtain a release from a musician or vocalist whose performance is contained on a master recording with this Musical Artist Release of Performance on Masters.

  • The artist grants the record company and related parties (distributors, advertisers, affiliates, etc) the perpetual right to use the masters in any manner they see fit.
  • The artist waives the right to any claims for payment or royalties with respect to the musical performance(s) contained in the masters.
  • The file includes a section to be completed if the artist is a minor (under 18 years of age).
  • This is a generic release form which is not country-specific and can be used by record producers anywhere.
  • Available in MS Word format and fully editable.
$2.99
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Production Agreement for Master Recordings

Record producers, write up a contract to produce a demo for a musical artist with this Production Agreement for Master Recordings.

  • The masters will be used as demos and will be shopped around to various record labels in order to attempt to obtain a recording contract for the artist.
  • The artist retains ownership and control of all copyright in the masters and all recordings or reproductions.
  • The producer's compensation takes the form of a royalty and/or commission.
  • The artist has the right to hire other producers for other recording sessions.
  • This template is available in MS Word format and is fully editable to fit your specific circumstances.
$12.49 $9.99
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Production Agreement for Recording Demos

Record producers, write up a contract to produce demo recordings for the musical artists who use your studio with this template Recording Production Agreement.

  • The contract template includes options for several fee schedules (hourly, daily, per recording, project rate).
  • An additional fee will be charged if the producer provides engineering services as well.
  • The artist will use the demos to attempt to obtain a recording contract with a major label.
  • This is a reusable contract template - buy, download, use it as often as you require.
  • Available in MS Word format and fully editable to fit your specific circumstances.
$12.49
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Receipt for Master Recording

Document the delivery of masters to a record company with this Receipt Form for master recordings.

  • The receipt confirms in writing that the masters have been delivered by the master producer.
  • This is a free form which can be downloaded and reused as often as you like.
  • Available in MS Word format.
  • The Receipt can be used anywhere.
$0.00
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Record Company Producer Contract | USA

Hire a producer to produce master recordings in your company's recording studio with this USA Record Company Producer Contract.

  • Work for Hire. The producer's services are provided on a work-for-hire basis. All rights to the masters and to records derived from the masters belong to the record company.
  • Re-recording. The producer agrees to re-record any performances that the record company does not find satisfactory.
  • Album Credits. The producer will receive appropriate production and authoring credit on all labels and liner notes.
  • Right to Use Likeness. The company is granted the perpetual worldwide right to use the producer's name and likeness in connection with the masters and the records derived from them.
  • Dispute Resolution. The parties agree to resolve any disputes through negotiation, failing which they will submit to binding arbitration.
  • Governing Law. The agreement is governed by United States law, including copyright laws.
  • Available in MS Word format, reusable and fully editable to meet your business needs.
$17.99
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Recording Contract Form

Record producers can write up Recording Contracts for musical artists with this downloadable template which can be used in the United States and Canada.

  • The contract sets out the terms agreed to by the parties for the production and distribution of a master to be recorded by the artist.
  • All expenses will be paid by the record company and reimbursed from gross income from sales of the record.
  • Both parties share artistic control for the recording.
  • The record company will provide session musicians as needed.
  • The artist assigns to the record company all of its right and title in the recording and the material recorded, with an option to purchase the rights back.
  • The artist agrees to actively promote the record through live appearances.
  • Independent studios need the same kinds of contracts that major labels have. Why pay huge legal fees when you can buy this Recording Contract template, download it and customize it to suit your needs?
  • The form is vailable in MS Word format and can be used in both Canada and the USA.
$17.99
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Recording Contract with Royalty Rate Schedule | USA

This USA Recording Contract includes a schedule of different royalty rates for different artists and from different revenue sources.

  • The royalty rate schedule sets out: basic single rates, basic rates for recordings, as well as rates for musical groups, sessions on which only certain group members appear, or appear under a different name.
  • The contract contains provisions for shared billing on sides which are coupled with those of another artist.
  • The musical artist and the recording company have joint artistic control over the recordings.
  • The artist consents to the use of the artist's professional name in connection with the recordings.
  • The USA Recording Contract with Royalty Rate Schedule is a digital download. The file is a MS Word template and is completely customizable to fit your brand and your business model.
$29.99
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Recording Studio Services Contract

Write contracts for the bands, singers and musicians who rent your studio with this template Recording Studio Services Contract.

  • The services provided under the contract include studio time, a recording engineer, and any additional services required by the musical artist during the recording session.
  • The artist agrees to pay a cancellation fee if sessions or services are cancelled on short notice.
  • The recording studio will not release the master until all fees and charges are paid.
  • The artist is liable for any damages caused by the artist or his/her personnel or guests.
  • All artists must abide by the Terms and Conditions for Use, which are included with the contract.
  • This is a reusable legal form. Buy it, download it, customize it for your business, use it as often as you require.
  • Get a signed Recording Studio Services Contract before the sessions start. You'll sleep better.
$17.99
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