Audio preparation
Audio Requirements
If you have a specific request not covered below, or you're unsure about anything, get in touch — we're happy to talk it through.
File Formats
- ▸Submit audio as WAV files.
- ▸16-bit / 44.1 kHz minimum, 32-bit / 192 kHz maximum.
- ▸MP3, M4A and up-sampled WAV files are not recommended.
- ▸Label files clearly with song names and track order numbers.
- ▸Separate audio into a folder per side of the LP.
- ▸Continuous per-side mastered tracks are fine with a PQ sheet.
- ▸Zip your files to send them by email or online transfer.
Mastering Guidelines
- ▸We strongly recommend your music is professionally mastered for vinyl.
- ▸If you need it, we can quote you for vinyl mastering.
- ▸If no mastering is requested, we'll assume your music is already mastered for vinyl.
- ▸Include a PQ or cue sheet from your mastering engineer if you have one.
- ▸Otherwise, list the track order on the cutting information form.
Maximum Recommended Side Lengths
- ▸7” at 45 rpm — 4.5 minutes per side.
- ▸7” at 33 rpm — 6 minutes per side.
- ▸12” at 45 rpm — 15 minutes per side.
- ▸12” at 33 rpm — 20 minutes per side.
Special Mastering Requirements
- ▸If this project was previously released on vinyl and you want the sound to stay consistent between versions, send a copy of the original pressing or contact us to discuss options.
Special Cutting Requests
- ▸Deadwax inscriptions, banding removal or changes, locked-groove changes and other special cutting requests should be noted on the cutting information form.