Thank you for choosing BHK Samples. This License Agreement explains how you may use the audio samples and sound libraries included in BHK Samples products. Please read these terms carefully before using the Samples in your music or other creative projects.
By purchasing or using a product, you agree to the terms of this agreement, subject to any mandatory rights provided by applicable law.
1. License Grant
BHK Samples grants the original purchaser a non exclusive, non transferable, royalty free license to use the audio samples, loops, sound effects and other audio content included in the purchased product (collectively, the “Samples”).
The license permits the use of the Samples in original musical compositions and other permitted creative projects for personal or commercial purposes.
Each standard license is intended for one individual user unless BHK Samples has expressly agreed to different terms in writing.
This license grants usage rights only. It does not transfer ownership of the Samples or the intellectual property rights associated with them.
2. Permitted Use
Subject to this agreement, you may:
- Use the Samples in original music, songs, beats, remixes and other musical compositions.
- Release and commercially distribute finished music through streaming platforms, digital downloads, physical releases and other music distribution channels.
- Incorporate the Samples into original audiovisual productions, including films, advertisements, video games and online content.
- Create music or audio productions for clients, provided the Samples are incorporated into the finished work and are not supplied as independently usable audio files.
- Edit, process, layer, rearrange and combine the Samples with other sounds as part of your creative work.
You may earn revenue from finished compositions that incorporate the Samples, including revenue from streaming, sales, advertising and synchronization, provided your use complies with this agreement.
The Samples must form part of a larger original composition or finished creative production. This license does not permit the standalone distribution or resale of the Samples.
3. Prohibited Use
Unless BHK Samples has granted separate written permission, you may not:
- Resell, sublicense, share or redistribute the Samples as standalone audio files.
- Redistribute the Samples in their original, edited or modified form if they remain available for independent use.
- Use the Samples to create or distribute competing sample packs, loop libraries, drum kits or other sound libraries.
- Include the Samples in virtual instruments, software, applications or other products that allow users to extract or reuse the individual Samples.
- Make the Samples available through file sharing services, public sample libraries or other platforms for independent download or reuse.
- Transfer your license to another person or business.
- Use the Samples to train or develop machine learning or artificial intelligence models, unless expressly authorized in writing by BHK Samples.
- Claim ownership of the original Samples or represent them as recordings created exclusively by you.
Processing or modifying a Sample does not automatically permit you to redistribute it as a standalone sound or as part of another sample library.
4. Commercial Releases, Labels and Buyouts
You may commercially release finished music containing the Samples, provided your use complies with this agreement.
You may deliver finished compositions to record labels, publishers, music libraries, clients and synchronization partners. However, you must not grant rights that permit a third party to extract, redistribute or independently reuse the original Samples unless the necessary additional rights have been obtained.
An agreement with a label, client, publisher or other third party does not automatically transfer ownership of the Samples or expand the license granted by BHK Samples.
If a buyout, exclusive agreement, synchronization agreement or other commercial arrangement requires rights that may conflict with this license, contact BHK Samples before agreeing to those terms.
5. Single User License
Each standard license is intended for one individual user and is non transferable.
If multiple producers or team members need to use the Samples independently, each user must obtain an appropriate individual license unless BHK Samples has agreed to a multi user license in writing.
You may collaborate with others on finished musical compositions, provided that sharing the Samples themselves does not violate this agreement. Collaborators who need independent access to or use of the Samples must hold an appropriate license.
6. Ownership and Intellectual Property
The Samples remain the intellectual property of BHK Samples or their respective rights holders.
Purchasing a product grants only the usage rights expressly described in this agreement. It does not transfer copyright or ownership of the original audio files.
You retain the rights you hold in the original creative work you produce, subject to the rights of other contributors and the restrictions of this license. This agreement does not grant you exclusive ownership of any Sample or prevent BHK Samples from licensing the same Sample to other customers.
7. Purchaser Information
You must provide accurate information when placing an order.
Your license may be associated with the purchaser information supplied during checkout, including your name and email address. Keep your order confirmation and purchase records for future reference.
Fraudulent purchases, deliberate misrepresentation or misuse of the Samples may result in action under this agreement and applicable law.
8. License Termination
This license remains in effect unless terminated in accordance with this agreement or applicable law.
If you materially breach this agreement, BHK Samples may suspend or terminate the license to the extent permitted by applicable law. Where appropriate, you may be given an opportunity to remedy the breach.
Following a valid termination, you must stop any use of the Samples that is no longer authorized. This section does not affect rights or remedies that cannot lawfully be excluded or restricted.
9. Custom and Multi User Licensing
Separate written permission may be required for uses outside the standard license, including:
- Multi user or team licensing.
- Integration of Samples into software, applications or virtual instruments.
- Distribution through sample libraries or licensing platforms.
- Inclusion in commercial products that allow access to individual Samples.
- Other uses that require rights beyond those granted by this agreement.
Contact BHK Samples before proceeding with a use that requires additional rights. Any additional license or exception must be confirmed in writing.
Licensing enquiries: support@bhksamples.com
10. Liability
Nothing in this agreement excludes or limits liability where such exclusion or limitation is prohibited by applicable law.
To the extent permitted by law, BHK Samples is not liable for indirect or consequential losses arising from the use of the Samples. This does not affect liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited, including applicable liability for injury to life, body or health, or liability arising from intent, gross negligence or mandatory product liability rules.
You are responsible for ensuring that your use of the Samples complies with this agreement and with applicable requirements relating to any third party content used in your projects.
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
This agreement is governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany, excluding its conflict of law rules where legally permissible.
The application of German law does not deprive consumers of protection afforded by mandatory provisions of the law that would otherwise apply to them.
Where legally permissible, disputes arising from this agreement shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts in Germany.
For consumers, the statutory rules on jurisdiction remain unaffected. Nothing in this agreement limits any mandatory rights consumers may have under applicable law.
12. Changes to This Agreement
BHK Samples may update this agreement when necessary to reflect changes to its products, business practices or legal requirements.
The version published on the BHK Samples website applies subject to applicable law and any specific terms agreed at the time of purchase. Changes do not override mandatory legal rights or retroactively remove rights that cannot lawfully be withdrawn.
13. Contact
If you have questions about this agreement or need clarification about a particular use of the Samples, please contact us before proceeding.
Email: support@bhksamples.com
