Why don’t I recommend manufactured quantities less than 1000?
Think of it this way: You’re a band and a club owner wants to hire you to perform. He offers you $50 per song.
Tag: MAKING CDS & DVDS
How CDs are made YouTube video
Fascinating video on YouTube about how CDs are made.
My Copyright Policy
DON’T USE ANYTHING YOU DON’T HAVE PERMISSION OR LICENSING FOR.
Duplication versus Replication
CDs and DVDs can be reproduced either by Replication (Manufactured) or Duplication (Short Runs). There are advantages and disadvantages to each method, and reasons to choose one over the other.
Barcodes
A barcode, or UPC code, is essential if you’re planning to sell your CDs in stores or online. …
Manufacturing Project Overview and Production Schedule
1. Graphics Time Frame: 1-3 weeks. Tip: If you are pressed for time, start your graphics before you finish in the studio. You provide: Liner notes, photos or other images, a rough layout. Troubleshooting: review all proofs very carefully. 2. Production Master You provide: The master and PQ code sheet (your mastering engineeer provides this). Be sure to ask your mastering engineer to include
What is a GLASS MASTER and STAMPER?
Replication Process This process is when the music (data) from your CD master (usually a CDR) is copied exactly to a glass substrate best known as a “glass master”. After several steps the result is a nickel plated stamper that will be used in an injection molding machine that will “Stamp” the data image (in the form of pits and lands) in melted polycarbonate plastic.