Subject:Loop licensing

Posted by: jumbuk

Date:6/28/2005 4:26:13 PM

I can't find an answer to this anywhere else, so here goes:

What is the protocol for crediting Sony on published work? I want to mention the use of Sony loop libraries in the credits for a forthcoming CD. Do I have to ask Sony's permission? Should I show the Sony logo?

Has anyone else been through this process?

- thanks

Subject:RE: Loop licensing

Reply by: Iacobus

Date:6/29/2005 9:42:42 AM

I don't think it's a problem just mentioning them—they are royalty-free. The authors of the loop libraries might even appreciate you mentioning them.

Not sure about using Sony's logo. Did you try contacting anyone at SPD yet?

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Subject:RE: Loop licensing

Reply by: jumbuk

Date:6/29/2005 3:50:57 PM

Thanks,

I raised it through support. The response was essentially that I don't have to credit them at all. Still, I think I will - I don't know if I can remember exactly which libraries I have used over a 4-year period, though!

Thanks for responding.

Subject:RE: Loop licensing

Reply by: JohnnyRoy

Date:6/30/2005 6:11:54 AM

> Should I show the Sony logo?

NO! I would definitely NOT use the Sony logo. You need to get permission to place a companies logo on anything you do. This is a quick way to get sued.

~jr

Subject:RE: Loop licensing

Reply by: jumbuk

Date:6/30/2005 6:49:55 AM

"NO! I would definitely NOT use the Sony logo. You need to get permission to place a companies logo on anything you do. This is a quick way to get sued."

Thanks mate. I only raised it because the company doing the artwork asked me if I Sony would want me to add their logo. I wouldn't be able to do it without asking for a printable copy from them anyway - where would I get it otherwise?