# Drums de Lion — End User License Agreement

**Last updated:** August 19, 2026

This End User License Agreement ("Agreement") is between you ("Licensee") and Frank Acklin / Störsender Studio ("Licensor") for the use of Drums de Lion ("Product").

By installing or using the Product, you agree to the terms of this Agreement.

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## 1. Definitions

- **"Software"** refers to the Drums de Lion plugin application, including all scripts, interface code, and configuration files.
- **"Sample Content"** refers to all audio recordings, monolith files (.ch1–.ch20), and sample maps included with or downloaded for the Product.
- **"License Key"** refers to the unique activation code provided upon purchase.

## 2. Dual License Structure

This Product consists of two separately licensed components:

### 2.1 Software — Open Source (GPLv3)

The Software (HISE project files, HiseScript code, XML configurations) is licensed under the **GNU General Public License v3.0** (GPLv3). You may freely use, modify, and distribute the Software under the terms of the GPLv3.

Full license text: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html

**Where to get the source.** The corresponding source for the Software, including the build instructions and the exact HISE commit each release was built from, is published at **https://drumsdelion.com/en/source** — free of charge, no license key required.

### 2.2 Sample Content — Commercial License

The Sample Content is **proprietary** and licensed under the terms below. The Sample Content is NOT covered by the GPLv3.

## 3. Grant of License (Sample Content)

Upon valid purchase and activation, Licensor grants Licensee a **non-exclusive, non-transferable, perpetual license** to use the Sample Content under the following terms:

### 3.1 Permitted Uses

- Use the Sample Content in **unlimited commercial and non-commercial music productions** (songs, albums, film scores, game audio, podcasts, etc.)
- The resulting musical works may be distributed, sold, streamed, and broadcast without additional fees or royalties
- Install and activate the Product on up to **three (3) computers** owned or controlled by the Licensee

### 3.2 Prohibited Uses

- **Redistribution:** You may not share, resell, sublicense, or redistribute the Sample Content in any form — whether original, modified, repackaged, or as part of another sample library or virtual instrument
- **Isolation:** You may not extract, export, or make available individual samples or recordings from the Product for use outside of the Product
- **Transfer:** You may not transfer your license to another person or entity without written consent from Licensor
- **Circumvention:** You may not share your License Key, use a key issued to someone else, or otherwise obtain, access or distribute the Sample Content without a valid license of your own

> **Note on the Software.** The Software is licensed under the GPLv3 (see 2.1) and you may study, modify and redistribute it — including any part that handles activation. The restrictions in this section 3.2 apply to the **Sample Content**, which is not covered by the GPLv3, and to the license keys that grant access to it.

## 4. Ownership

The Sample Content was recorded at **Gare de Lion, Wil, Switzerland** on 19–21 January 2026. All audio recordings remain the intellectual property of Frank Acklin / Störsender Studio. Purchasing a license grants usage rights only — no ownership of the recordings is transferred.

## 5. Activation

- Each License Key permits activation on up to **three (3) computers**
- Activation requires an internet connection
- License validation may occur periodically to verify activation status

## 6. No Warranty

THE PRODUCT IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. LICENSOR DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE PRODUCT WILL BE ERROR-FREE OR UNINTERRUPTED.

## 7. Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL LICENSOR BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT.

## 8. Termination

This Agreement is effective until terminated. Licensor may terminate this Agreement if Licensee breaches any of its terms. Upon termination, Licensee must destroy all copies of the Sample Content.

## 9. Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by the laws of **Switzerland**. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of the Canton of Thurgau, Switzerland.

## 10. Trademarks

DW, Zildjian, Sabian, Ludwig, Remo, and all other brand and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective owners. These names are used solely to factually describe the instruments that were recorded ("sampled") for this library. Drums de Lion (DDL) is an independent product and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, authorized by, or endorsed by any of these companies. No partnership or endorsement is stated or implied.

## 11. Contact

Frank Acklin / Störsender Studio
Münchwilen, Thurgau, Switzerland

info@drums-de-lion.com
https://www.drums-de-lion.com

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*By installing Drums de Lion, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Agreement.*
