Here at Standard Vinyl we offer both master cutting methods, lacquer and direct to metal (DMM) mastering. Our default is lacquer acetate masters but we can provide the option for DMM if that is what you prefer for your project.
Is our proprietary master cutting method and material, which is great for those on a smaller budget and looking for our smallest size run. This option is great for shorter length 7″ & 12″ records and are okay with a lower quality audio production. This process has limitations vs lacquer or direct metal masters. The end result is likely to have limited high frequency range, rolled off highs, audio requires more compression than standard, louder surface noise (pops & clicks) and a louder noise floor. 7″ records can fit a max of 5 mins per side @ 45rpm and 12″ records can fit a max of 18 mins per side @ 33 rpm.
We do not offer our 10″ records with SVM masters.
Created from your cut master plates. These metal molds are what we use to make your test pressings and eventually your final order of vinyl records. Cool right?!
Every package includes test pressings shipped directly to you for review before we press the rest of your records. Brew up some of your favourite coffee or tea, pour some kombucha, and set the mood for reviewing your amazing talents on vinyl!
Manufactured on our state-of-the-art equipment with quality control at every step of the way.
Our beautiful white paper sleeves gently hold your wax.
Printed CMYK on both your labels and outer jacket. All our inks are eco-friendly and we print on premium recycled stocks too!
This helps to protect your record jacket and vinyl record, keeping it sealed until your adoring fans rip it open in anticipation.
We offer a complimentary UPC barcode with every order. Whether you add this into your artwork, print off some little stickers to apply on your own or just want to have it on hand for a rainy day.