Vinyl Extras

Test Pressings

Test pressings are for checking and approving you are happy your supplied audio has transferred onto the vinyl format well.

We recommend all new vinyl orders have test pressings, so you can check for any pops, clicks, excessive hiss, or unwanted artefacts that directly disturb or distract from the listening experience, and to check your VTMs and engravings are in all correct.

Please note, test pressings do not come with any artwork, they are for checking audio only.

Run Out Engravings

You can engrave the run out area on each side of your record with up to 60 characters (capital letters and numbers only).

The perfect way to leave a cryptic message or extra detail for fans to find when closely inspecting their records.

Run Out Engravings are charged £24 per vinyl side ex. VAT (£28.80 incl. VAT).

Silent Grooves

Vinyl grooves without audible sound. Silent grooves are used when you want your vinyl to look like a regular record, but have no audio for that side.

This is a great solution for those of you who only have enough audio for 1 side, but want you vinyl to look like a classic double sided record.

There is no charge for silent grooves.

Mirror Finish

Have your record side with no grooves or surface effect at all, just a classic mirror finish.

So smooth and shiny, you can see your face in it. Having a mirror finish makes absolutely no mistake which side of your record has the audio on it. Plus it looks clean and slick.

Product Options

Add style, durability and attention to detail, while increasing the value of your records.

You can select between these options when making an enquiry or placing an order above.

ANYTHING ELSE?

These are our most popular options, but it's not everything we can do. If you've seen it done before, chances are we can make it happen for you too. Got an idea?

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