01 / MANUFACTURING
Vinyl Pressing Process
Follow source preparation, cutting, stamper creation, pressing, cooling and inspection.
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VINYL PRODUCTION. PLANNED FROM MASTER TO DELIVERY.
Practical information for independent artists and labels preparing vinyl releases across Europe. Use the route to align audio, artwork, manufacturing, inspection and delivery.
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CONTROL SEQUENCE
THE VINYL PRODUCTION ROUTE
01MASTERApproved source and side plan.
02PREPAREAudio, files and specifications aligned.
03PRESSCutting, stampers and record forming.
04CHECKListening and visual review.
05PACKLabels, sleeves and finished units.
06DELIVERInventory and dispatch planning.
FIELD GUIDES
Five production dossiers.
Start with the stage creating the current constraint.
02 / AUDIO
Mastering & Audio Preparation
Plan sides, sequencing, bass, stereo information and clear pre-master communication.
Prepare the Audio →
03 / PRINT
Artwork & Packaging
Organise jackets, labels, inner sleeves, inserts, templates, bleed and safe areas.
Plan the Packaging →
04 / REVIEW
Test Pressings & Quality Control
Build a documented approval loop for listening checks, visual checks and packaging review.
Review Quality Control →
05 / LOGISTICS
Production & Delivery Planning
Coordinate readiness, inventory, dispatch windows and release-date contingencies.
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