Rules aboard

Policies

No fine print. This is what applies when you book a session, written to be understood the first time.

In effect since August 2026

01Booking and confirming

  • A date is held with a 50% deposit. Without it, the date stays open to anyone else.
  • The balance is settled at the end of the session, same day.
  • If you need an invoice, say so before the session, not after.

02Cancelling and rescheduling

  • Free rescheduling with 48 hours notice or more: we move the date and your deposit travels with you.
  • Under 48 hours the deposit is not refunded, because that day can no longer be sold.
  • If El Barco cancels for reasons of ours, you get the full deposit back or pick a new date. Your call.

03The day of the session

  • A studio day is 8 straight hours from the agreed start. If you arrive late, the clock already started.
  • Overtime is charged by the hour and only if the calendar allows it.
  • Bring your own instruments and pedals. If you bring anything that plugs into mains, tell us beforehand.

04Who owns what gets recorded

  • The recordings are yours. El Barco claims no authorship, royalties or share of your music.
  • A studio credit is appreciated but not required.
  • Files are delivered once the balance is settled.

05Photos and video of your session

  • We like documenting what happens in the room and posting it on our channels.
  • If you'd rather we didn't, say so before we start and nothing gets published. No explanation needed, no extra cost.
  • We never post unfinished music or anything you've asked us to hold back.

06Files and backups

  • We keep your session files for 90 days after delivery.
  • After that they are deleted. Download and back up your own work: the final backup is everyone's own responsibility.
  • If you need us to hold them longer, that can be arranged.

07The gear

  • Studio gear is operated by whoever knows how to operate it. If you want to move something, ask.
  • Damage caused by carelessness is on whoever booked.
  • The studio is not responsible for personal belongings left behind.

Something not covered here? Ask before booking.

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