Frequently Asked Questions

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Our Process:

1. Artists or record label representatives
   submit a mastered recording
   designed for vinyl pressing, along with their artwork, usually in digital format.
   However, we accept all audio formats.
   
2. The audio is sent to create a master
   lacquer and stamper plates, while the
   artwork is prepared for printing.
   To kick off the ordering process,
   we require a 50% deposit.
   
3. Test pressings are made, and artwork proofs are sent to the customer for approvals.
   
4. Once everything is approved and the
   remaining balance is paid, the records
   are manufactured, packaged, and ready
   for delivery or pickup.

Recommended Maximum Length Per Record Side:

• 12-inch, 33 1/3 rpm:  20 minutes
• 12-inch, 45 rpm:  12 minutes
  
  Going over these time limits may result in the volume and sound quality of your records being compromised. For any records longer than 22 minutes, the financial responsibility of any re-cuts will be yours (the customer).

A Catalog Number is an identification number assigned to a music release by a record label.

A Matrix Number is a code of letters and numbers (sometimes symbols) used to identify your record throughout the production process.

For further information on matrix numbers follow this link:  https://atlasrecords.co.uk/blogs/all-about-vinyl/what-are-matrix-codes-and-what-do-they-mean

Electroforming aka electroplating, is the process of creating metal parts (stampers) from master lacquers for the replication of vinyl records.

2-step is best for small to mid-size orders (up to approximately 6,000 records).

3-step is best for larger orders (over approximately 6,000 records.

No. All printing is outsourced to our preferred vendors. They're good folks who do good work. You're artwork is in good hands.