Terms & Conditions

24 hours notice is required for the cancellation of a session; this includes weekends and bank holidays. If a session is cancelled with less than 24 hours notice, full payment will not be refunded. No Call/No shows will result in loss of monies and studio time, non refundable. Cancellations as a result of adverse weather conditions such as snow will be rescheduled.

 

Session bookings, times and dates are subject to availability and approval from a member of the Water Street team. The studios at Water St. reserve the right to refuse and reschedule any confirmed bookings. Bookings are made by the following methods only, (studiosatwaterstreet.com or email: info@studiosatwaterstreet.com) and are not valid until confirmed and paid.

Breakages and damages

Any damage caused to studio equipment due to misuse and abuse will be charged to the artist/band/individual. Refusal to pay for breakages will lead to exclusion and prosecution. If an item of equipment is damaged or missing at the start of your session please report it to the session technician/engineer immediately.

Personal items/lost property

Please make sure that you do not leave personal items unattended and ensure that you take all of your belongings with you when you leave. The Studios at Water St. are not responsible for any personal items that are lost or damaged on the premises.

Guests

Clients are not allowed guests during the recording sessions. The Studios at Water St. must be given 24hr notice when requesting additional guest & apply. Client must get approval from SAWS staff member prior to showing up with additional guest.

Parking

Parking meters in front of the studio 204 N. Water St. are active. Fees are equivalent to .25cents =:30 minutes. You can bring change or pay with credit/debit card too. There are pay lots close to the studio as well. The Studios at Water St. are not responsible for any parking tickets or towing violations.

Smoking

Smoking is NOT permitted anywhere inside the studio complex. If you leave the premises to smoke, please ensure that you are a safe distance from the studio and that your cigarette stubs are disposed of appropriately. When leaving and entering the complex, please remember that the entry door must be kept shut and locked at all times. Any theft or damages that occur as a result of the door being left open will be chargeable to the artist/band

Food/Drink

You are permitted to bring your own food and drink into the studio; however, this must not be placed on any of the equipment under any circumstances. Please store your food and drink in the kitchen/lounge area. Any damage caused to studio equipment due to spillages and negligence with food and drink will be charged as per our damages policy above. Please help us to keep the studio tidy by placing any rubbish in the trash bins provided.
Fees

  • There is a $20, nonrefundable clean-up fee applied to sessions where SAWS staff sees applicable (excessive trash, food leftovers, etc.)

  • Additional guest fee of $25 per guest (pre-approved by staff)

Recording Tips

  • Be on time and prepared

  • Bring your own instruments if possible

  • Bring your instrumental or have download link ready

  • Bring Hard drive or flash to take your files upon completion

If you cannot abide by these terms and conditions, please do not book a recording session.

COVID-19 Rules and Protocol

Clients are expected to:

  • Have temperature taken upon arrival

  • Reschedule if recently exposed to or show any flu-like symptoms

  • Wear a mask/face covering when not actively participating in recording

The Studios at Water St. abide by the NYS and CDC rules and regulations regarding COVID-19.