Terms & Conditions

Terms and Conditions – The Acoustics Store Limited (“The Seller”)
 

DEFINITIONS 

1.1. In these Conditions, unless the context permits otherwise:

• “Buyer” refers to the person or company who accepts Seller’s Quotation for the sale of the Goods or whose Order for the Goods is accepted by Seller, including Consumers.
• “Conditions” are the standard terms of sale set out in this document, including any applicable special terms agreed in writing between the Buyer and Seller.
• “Consumer” has the meaning given to it under Clause 4 of the European Union (Consumer Information, Cancellation and Other Rights) Regulations 2013 (S.I. No. 484/2013).
• “Contract” signifies the contract for the sale and purchase of the Goods.
• “Goods” represent the goods (including any instalment of the goods or any parts for them) which The Seller is to supply or has supplied in accordance with these Conditions.
• “In Writing” means a written communication on paper or email signed by an officer of the sender (the Buyer or The Seller).
• “Order” denotes the written order placed by the Buyer requesting the Goods.
• “Quotation” refers to the document or correspondence provided by Seller to the Buyer setting out the Goods to be provided.
• “The Seller” means The Acoustics Store Ltd (registered company number: 15598119) and Registered Office The Acoustics Store, 20 Harcourt Street, Dublin 2, D02 H364

1.2. A reference in these Conditions to a provision of a statute shall be construed as a reference to that provision as amended, re-enacted or extended at the relevant time.

1.3. The headings in these Conditions are for convenience only and shall not affect their interpretation.

2. GENERAL

2.1. By placing an order and purchasing goods through the Seller, the Buyer agrees to The Acoustics Store’s Terms & Conditions.

2.2. The Seller will handle the Buyer’s personal data according to its privacy policy.

2.3. Any required notice under these conditions must be In Writing and addressed to the other party’s registered office or principal place of business.

2.4. The Seller’s waiver of any breach by the Buyer shall not waive subsequent breaches.

2.5. If any provision of the contract is deemed invalid or unenforceable, it will not affect the validity of the other provisions.

2.6. The Contract is governed by Irish law, and the Buyer submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Irish courts for any disputes.

3. BASIS OF THE CONTRACT

3.1. The Seller’s Quotation constitutes an offer to sell the Goods, subject to these Conditions. Any Order placed by the Buyer constitutes an offer to purchase the Goods on these Conditions, and the Contract shall only be formed when the Seller accepts the Order in writing.

3.2. The Contract shall be deemed to have been concluded when the Seller issues a written acceptance of the Buyer’s Order or provides the Goods.

3.3. The Seller reserves the right to withdraw or amend any Quotation at any time prior to the Buyer’s acceptance of the Quotation.

4. ORDERS AND SPECIFICATION

4.1. The Buyer shall ensure that the Goods ordered comply with their requirements and that the Goods ordered meet the Buyer’s specifications.

4.2. The Seller reserves the right to make changes to the Goods that are necessary to comply with applicable statutory or regulatory requirements.

4.3. Any variations to the Buyer’s Order shall be agreed upon in writing by both parties.

5. PRICE

5.1. The price of the Goods shall be The Seller’s quoted price or, where no price has been quoted (or a quoted price is no longer valid), the price listed in The Seller’s published price list current at the date of acceptance of the Order. All prices quoted are valid for [30] days only unless specified differently on the quotation or until earlier acceptance by the Buyer, after which time they may be altered by The Seller without giving notice to the Buyer.

5.2. The price is exclusive of value-added tax (VAT), import duties, delivery, and other applicable charges unless otherwise stated.

5.3 Any customs duties, import taxes, VAT (where applicable), and associated clearance charges arising from delivery of the Goods outside of the United Kingdom shall be the sole responsibility of the Buyer.

5.4 INTERNATIONAL ORDERS TO THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND

5.4.1. All orders placed on the Seller’s Irish (IE) website are processed and dispatched from the United Kingdom. Goods delivered to the Republic of Ireland are supplied at 0% UK VAT.

5.4.2. The Buyer is responsible for settling any import duties, customs charges (typically approx. 6%), and Irish VAT (currently 23%) directly with the relevant authorities or courier prior to delivery.

5.4.3. It is the Buyer’s responsibility to provide a valid EORI number where required. Failure to provide correct details may result in delays or additional charges, for which the Seller cannot accept liability.

5.4.4. By placing an order, the Buyer confirms that they understand and accept these import obligations.

6. PAYMENT

6.1. Payment is due in full on the date specified in the Seller’s invoice, which will be issued on delivery or dispatch of the Goods, unless otherwise agreed.

6.2. Payments can be made by bank transfer or other methods as specified by The Seller.

6.3. If the Buyer fails to pay on the due date, The Seller may:

6.3.1. Suspend or cancel delivery of any Goods,

6.3.2. Demand payment in full for all Goods supplied to the Buyer,

6.3.3. Charge the Buyer interest (both before and after any judgment) on the amount unpaid under the European Communities (Late Payment in Commercial Transactions) Regulations 2012 (S.I. No. 580/2012).

7. DELIVERY

7.1. Delivery of the Goods shall take place at the Buyer’s premises or such other location as agreed upon in writing by the parties.

7.2. The Seller will use reasonable efforts to deliver the Goods on the date specified, but time is not of the essence in the performance of this Contract.

7.3. The Seller will not be liable for any delay in delivery caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control.

8. INSPECTION

8.1. The Buyer shall inspect the Goods immediately upon delivery. Any claims for shortages, defects, or damage must be made to the Seller in writing within [5] working days from delivery.

9. RISK AND OWNERSHIP

9.1. Risk in the Goods shall pass to the Buyer upon delivery.

9.2. Ownership of the Goods shall remain with the Seller until the Buyer has paid for the Goods in full.

10. SPECIAL TERMS FOR CONSUMERS

10.1. This clause applies if the Buyer is a Consumer.

10.1.1. Consumers have the right to cancel the contract under certain conditions as per the European Union (Consumer Information, Cancellation and Other Rights) Regulations 2013 (S.I. No. 484/2013).

10.1.2. The right to cancel does not apply to Goods that have been customized or made to order, such as bespoke products or items that cannot be resold.

10.1.3. To exercise the right to cancel, the Consumer must notify The Seller in writing within 14 days of receiving the Goods.

11. WARRANTIES

11.1. The Seller warrants that the Goods will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of [12] months from the date of delivery, subject to proper use and maintenance by the Buyer.

11.2. If the Goods are found to be defective during the warranty period, The Seller will, at its discretion, either repair or replace the defective Goods or refund the price paid for the defective Goods.

12. LIABILITY

12.1. Except for liability for death or personal injury resulting from The Seller’s negligence, defective products under the Liability for Defective Products Act 1991, or liability under Section 14 of the Sale of Goods Act 1893 (as amended), The Seller shall not be liable to the Buyer for any indirect, special, or consequential loss or damage, including loss of profit, arising from the supply, use, or resale of the Goods.

12.2. The Seller shall not be held liable or considered in breach of the Contract for any delay or failure in performing its obligations due to causes beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, strikes, or machinery breakdown.

13. INSOLVENCY OF THE BUYER

13.1. If the Buyer becomes insolvent, enters into liquidation, or ceases to carry on business, The Seller may terminate the Contract by written notice to the Buyer.

13.2. Upon termination, The Seller shall be entitled to recover any Goods that have not been paid for.

14. ANTI-BRIBERY

14.1. The Buyer must not engage in any act or omission that would place The Seller in breach of the Criminal Justice (Corruption Offences) Act 2018.

14.2. The Buyer must comply with the Criminal Justice (Corruption Offences) Act 2018 and implement adequate procedures to prevent breaches.

15. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

15.1. All intellectual property rights in the Goods, including designs, patents, and trademarks, remain the property of The Seller or its licensors.

15.2. The Buyer may not reproduce or use any intellectual property without the prior written consent of The Seller.

16. CHANGES TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS

16.1. The Seller may amend these Conditions from time to time. Any changes will be posted on the Seller’s website, and the Buyer is responsible for reviewing these changes regularly.

16.2. The Buyer’s continued use of the Goods after changes to these Conditions shall constitute acceptance of the revised Conditions. 

Office: The Acoustics Store, 20 Harcourt Street, Dublin 2, D02 H364
Email:info@theacousticsstore.ie