Clause I – Conditions of Acceptance and Access
Access to and use of the website https://abmusics.com are subject to full acceptance of these Terms of Use. By accessing or using the website, the user agrees to comply with all provisions established herein. If you do not agree with any clause, immediate discontinuation of the platform’s use is recommended. Continued use implies full acceptance of these Terms. This website is intended exclusively for users aged 18 or older.
Clause II – Purpose of Content and Technical Disclaimer
abmusics.com is an educational digital portal specializing in sound engineering, analog metrology, and turntable calibration protocols. All content provided is for informational and educational purposes only.
- No Individualized Technical Advice: Alignment guides, adjustments for VTA, Azimuth, and Vertical Tracking Force (VTF) are suggestions based on general physical and mechanical principles.
- User Responsibility: The user is solely responsible for handling their equipment, styli, and records with caution. The practical application of any adjustment protocol must respect the specifications of the original component manufacturers.
Clause III – User Responsibilities
By using the website, the user agrees to:
- Use the platform exclusively for lawful, personal, and informational purposes;
- Comply with all applicable laws of the United States of America and Brazil, respecting intellectual property rights;
- Not attempt to violate, compromise, or interfere with the security, integrity, or digital mechanical functionality of the website;
- Acknowledge that incorrect adjustments to audio equipment can cause permanent physical damage to styli and vinyl records.
Clause IV – Intellectual Property
All content available on this website—including, but not limited to, technical texts, tonearm geometry infographics, diamond macroscopy photographs, logos, and calibration methodologies—is the exclusive property of ABWaves LLC or used under proper license within the abmusics.com domain. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modification is strictly prohibited.
Clause V – External Links and Advertising
The website may contain links to third-party pages (cartridge manufacturers, accessory stores, or metrology tools). abmusics.com is not responsible for the accuracy, security, or privacy policies of these external sites. The portal uses third-party cookies to display personalized advertising (such as Google AdSense) and analyze usage metrics (Google Analytics).
Clause VI – Limitation of Liability
ABWaves LLC shall not be held liable for:
- Physical damage to equipment, cartridges, or phonographic collections resulting from the application of protocols suggested on the site;
- Purchasing decisions or hardware investments based on published technical reviews;
- Technical problems, temporary failures, or unavailability of the website;
- Damage caused by viruses or third-party cyberattacks.
Clause VII – Amendments and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Use may be modified at any time to reflect technological developments or legal changes. These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Florida, United States of America. Any dispute shall be resolved before the competent courts of Florida.
Clause VIII – Processing and Protection of Personal Data
This document records the user’s consent authorizing abmusics.com to collect and process data in accordance with privacy laws (CCPA, LGPD, and GDPR).
- Purpose: Data (name, email, IP, and browsing behavior) are used to identify the user, send technical newsletters about analog audio, and improve the browsing experience.
- Security: ABWaves LLC adopts rigorous measures to protect data against unauthorized access.
Clause IX – Contact
For questions or requests related to these Terms of Use, please contact us via: contact@abwaves.com
Clause X – Updates
We recommend regular review of this document. abmusics.com is a portal operated by ABWaves LLC, committed to transparency and excellence in engineering and sound education.
Last updated: March 2, 2026
