Terms & Conditions

beats per micha · Michael Zimmermann · As of: 5 July 2026

§ 1 Contracting Parties

These Terms and Conditions govern the contractual relationship between beats per micha · Michael Zimmermann, Am Waldhang 1, 86551 Aichach, Germany (hereinafter "beats per micha") and its clients.

§ 2 Formation of Contract

Contracts are formed by acceptance of a written offer or by a written booking agreement. The presentation of services on the website does not constitute a binding offer. A contract is only concluded upon receipt of a separate written booking confirmation by e-mail. Verbal agreements become part of the contract only upon written confirmation.

For contracts with consumers, there is no right of withdrawal pursuant to § 312g para. 2 no. 9 of the German Civil Code (BGB), as DJ services are provided on a specifically agreed event date (exclusion of the right of withdrawal for leisure services with a specific date). Amendments and collateral agreements must be made in writing.

§ 3 Scope of Services

The specific scope of services (duration, equipment, additional services) is set out in the respective booking confirmation. Services not listed there are not owed and, if desired, will be agreed and charged separately.

§ 4 Cancellation

Cancellation is possible. The following cancellation fees apply:

The client retains the right to prove that no loss or a lesser loss was incurred. beats per micha may cancel in the event of illness, accident, death, or other circumstances beyond its control (e.g. official orders, irreparable total equipment failure). Except in the case of death, an equivalent replacement DJ will be arranged under the same conditions. If no replacement can be found, all payments received will be refunded in full.

§ 5 Liability

beats per micha is liable without limitation for damages arising from injury to life, body or health, and for damages caused intentionally or through gross negligence. In cases of simple negligence, beats per micha is only liable for the breach of material contractual obligations (cardinal obligations); in such cases liability is limited to the foreseeable, typical damage at the time of conclusion of the contract.

The client bears the duty of care and is responsible for the safety of the event. The client is liable for damage to equipment caused negligently or intentionally by the client, the client's agents, or the client's guests.

In cases of force majeure (e.g. natural disasters, official orders, pandemics), both parties are released from their obligations. Payments already made will be refunded in full, to the extent that beats per micha has not incurred concrete, demonstrable expenses.

§ 6 Payment Terms

Private events:

Accepted: SEPA transfer, instant bank transfer, cash against receipt. Cheques, bills of exchange and credit cards are not accepted. All prices are subject to statutory VAT.

Corporate clients: Invoice issued after the event, payment due within 7 days. In the event of late payment, interest will accrue at 9 percentage points above the base rate, plus a flat-rate collection fee pursuant to § 288 para. 5 BGB (currently €40). All prices are subject to statutory VAT.

§ 7 Travel & Music Licensing

Exceptional travel costs (flights, ferries, cable cars) are agreed separately. The client is responsible for paying any applicable music licensing fees (GEMA) directly to the relevant collecting society. Private events are generally not affected.

§ 8 Photo, Audio and Video Recordings

beats per micha may take photos, audio and video recordings during the event. Any publication showing identifiable individuals (e.g. on the website, social media or in portfolio work) requires their prior written consent. The client is requested to inform guests before the event that recordings may be made. At purely private events, recordings are only made with the client's prior agreement.

§ 9 FOTOFun Station / FOTOFun+ Station (booked add-on only)

The photo booth is assembled on site. Print consumables (max. 400 prints per event) become the property of the client upon use. If more than 400 prints are required, a surcharge of €110 per additional 400 prints will be charged. Digital photos will be provided via download link within 7 days. All props must be returned in full; damaged or missing items will be charged at €4 each; the client retains the right to prove that no damage or lesser damage occurred. Children under 12 may only use the photo booth accompanied by an adult. For damage caused by simple negligence, liability is limited to the foreseeable, typical damage at the time of conclusion of the contract. Otherwise the liability rules of § 5 of these Terms apply.

§ 10 Technical Requirements

The client shall provide at their own expense: at least two secured power outlets (230 V / 16 A), a setup area of at least 2 × 1.5 m, access at least 2 hours before the start of the event, and a parking space (car + trailer or van) for the entire setup and teardown period. Any obstacles to transporting the equipment (e.g. stairs, long distances, lack of an elevator) must be reported to beats per micha before the conclusion of the contract.

§ 11 Setup and Teardown

beats per micha requires at least 2 hours before the start of the event for setup. Teardown takes place afterwards, generally within 1.5 hours.

§ 12 Appearance & Dress Code

The appearance of beats per micha meets the industry standard of a professional mobile DJ. Any specific requirements regarding clothing or presentation (e.g. a dress code or formal evening wear) must be expressly agreed in writing before the conclusion of the contract.

§ 13 Catering

For engagements of 4 hours or more, beats per micha is entitled to one hot meal and non-alcoholic beverages. Alternatively, a catering allowance of €25 may be agreed. If no catering is provided, €25 will be added to the invoice.

§ 14 Volume, Regulations & Weather Risk

The client is responsible for compliance with all applicable regulations, noise protection laws and volume limits. If volume must be reduced or the event ends early due to regulatory requirements, no reduction in the agreed fee applies. Any fines are borne by the client.

Weather risk for outdoor events: The client bears the risk of weather-related disruptions or the cancellation of individual programme elements (e.g. outdoor ceremony). The agreed fee remains due in such cases. beats per micha is willing to continue playing indoors in the event of weather-related relocation, provided the technical conditions permit.

§ 15 Changes, Postponement & Offer Validity

Changes to the date, venue or duration require written consent. Extensions are charged per commenced hour; the hourly rate is specified in the booking confirmation. Offers are valid for 14 days from the date of issue.

Postponement: Postponing the booked date is only possible with the written consent of beats per micha. The cancellation fee applicable at the time of postponement under § 4 becomes due and is credited as a deposit towards the new date. If no replacement date is available, or if the new date is also cancelled or postponed, the cancellation schedule applies again; payments already made are credited.

Booked time: The booked performance time begins at the agreed start time and ends accordingly, regardless of whether the event actually starts later. Delays within the client's sphere of responsibility reduce the remaining performance time. Any extension beyond the booked time is charged per commenced hour at the agreed hourly rate.

§ 16 Music Selection and Artistic Freedom

beats per micha curates the music selection independently within the agreed scope of the event. Music requests will be accommodated where possible but do not constitute a legal entitlement.

§ 17 Performers' Rights

beats per micha is a performing artist within the meaning of § 73 of the German Copyright Act (UrhG). DJ edits, remixes and live mixes are protected by performers' rights. Recording or distribution without prior written consent is not permitted.

§ 18 Reference & Portfolio Use

beats per micha is entitled to name the client as a reference after the event, including use of the client's name or company logo in portfolios, on the website or in social media. The client may object to such use at any time without formality; the reference will then be removed promptly.

§ 19 Subcontractors / Live Artists

If third parties (e.g. live artists such as saxophonists, percussionists or vocalists) are booked at the client's request via the network of beats per micha, the liability of beats per micha is limited to careful selection and engagement of suitable partners. beats per micha accepts no liability for any deficiencies in the subcontractors' own performance. Any claims against the subcontractor will be assigned to the client upon request.

§ 20 Data Protection & Jurisdiction

Data processing is carried out in accordance with the GDPR – further information in the Privacy Policy. beats per micha is neither obliged nor willing to participate in consumer dispute resolution proceedings.

German law applies. For merchants, legal entities under public law and special funds under public law, the place of performance and exclusive jurisdiction is Munich, Germany. Statutory provisions apply for consumers.

§ 21 Severability

Should any provision of these Terms be or become invalid or unenforceable, the validity of the remaining provisions shall not be affected. The invalid provision shall be replaced by the legally permissible arrangement that most closely reflects the economic purpose of the invalid provision.

As of: 5 July 2026