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How Much Does It Cost to Press Vinyl?
How Much Does It Cost to Press Vinyl?
How much does vinyl pressing actually cost? Most independent artists spend between $1,200 and $3,500 for a first run. Learn what affects pricing, see real cost examples, and calculate whether... Read more...
How to Plan Your First Vinyl Release
How to Plan Your First Vinyl Release
Planning your first vinyl release? This practical guide covers quantities, packaging, artwork, mastering, timing, and what to think through before you press your record. Read more...
How to Sell Your CDs and Vinyl at Local Record Stores
How to Sell Your CDs and Vinyl at Local Record Stores
Record stores are normally run by passionate music lovers, and they often have loyal customers who want to support local music. Getting your CD or vinyl onto their shelves is... Read more...
Q & A With Our Mastering Engineer
Q & A With Our Mastering Engineer
Interview with Tom - our chief mastering engineer about what mastering really is, mastering by a human vs. computerized algorithms, how to communicate clearly with your mastering engineer and much... Read more...
Why Does It Take So Long To Make Vinyl?
Why Does It Take So Long To Make Vinyl?
The production times of vinyl seem to get longer and longer. Why is that? Will it ever get better? What should you do while waiting for your vinyl to be... Read more...