Recording Mechanical License — Editable Music Licensing Agreement

Secure mechanical licensing for your recordings — and protect your publishing rights — with this professional Recording Mechanical License.

This fully editable Recording Mechanical License provides a clear and legal agreement under Section 115 of the U.S. Copyright Act, allowing a record company or user to reproduce and distribute phonorecords of a copyrighted musical work. This contract ensures that statutory royalty payments are properly handled and your publishing rights remain protected.

✅ Editable .DOC file included — fully customizable for your licensing deals.

What’s Covered:

🎵 Grants a compulsory mechanical license to reproduce and distribute phonorecords
💵 Royalty terms — defines statutory rate payments and quarterly accounting
📄 Scope limitation — covers one specific recording only; does not affect prior licenses
⚠️ Termination clause — license terminates if royalties are unpaid after 30 days of notice
📃 Waives requirement for formal notice of intention under the Copyright Act
📝 Preserves the Publisher’s copyright control and protects against unauthorized use
⚖️ Professional legal language — ensures compliance with U.S. Copyright law

Why Use This Contract:

• Secure a legally compliant mechanical license for recording and distributing music
• Protect the Publisher’s rights and ensure proper royalty flow
• Provide clear documentation for artists, publishers, and record companies
• Avoid disputes around mechanical licensing and royalty obligations
• Customize easily for each licensing project or catalog entry

Perfect for:
Record companies, publishers, artists releasing cover songs, licensing managers, indie labels, music attorneys.

File format included:
✅ Fully editable .DOC (Word) file — ready to customize

Disclaimer: This template is provided for general informational and educational purposes. It is not legal advice. Please consult an attorney if you have questions about adapting it for your specific use case.