Master Recording Agreement Template for Austria

1. Group Provisions: Required for agreements with bands, addressing member changes and individual obligations

2. Producer Arrangements: Include when specific producer requirements or arrangements need to be incorporated

3. Digital Distribution: Detailed provisions for digital exploitation when significant digital distribution is anticipated

4. Synchronization Rights: Specific provisions for sync licensing when this is a major focus

5. International Tours: Include when significant international touring is contemplated

6. Merchandising Rights: Required when merchandising rights are included in the deal

7. Publishing Rights: Include when the agreement includes publishing rights assignment

8. Artist's Company Provisions: Required when artist contracts through a loan-out company

9. Video Production: Include when music video production is part of the agreement

1. Schedule 1 - Recording Specifications: Technical requirements for master recordings

2. Schedule 2 - Minimum Recording Commitment: Detailed delivery requirements and deadlines

3. Schedule 3 - Royalty Rates: Comprehensive breakdown of royalty rates for different formats and territories

4. Schedule 4 - Permitted Deductions: List of permitted expenses and deductions from royalties

5. Schedule 5 - Mechanical License Terms: Standard terms for mechanical licensing

6. Schedule 6 - Producer Credits: Required credits and acknowledgments

7. Schedule 7 - Artwork Requirements: Specifications for album artwork and promotional materials

8. Appendix A - Marketing Commitments: Minimum marketing and promotion commitments

9. Appendix B - Approved Recording Budget: Agreed recording budget and cost allocation

10. Appendix C - Restricted Territories: List of territories where special restrictions apply