Frequently Asked Questions about Vinyl Production (Part 2)
Why do records skip on suitcase turntables? Why is my vinyl too quiet? Master packaging terms and solve audio issues with Purple Media’s expert FAQ guide.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vinyl Production
At Purple Media Vinyl Pressing Plant, we believe clarity is key to creating high-quality records. To assist with your project planning, we’ve gathered the most common queries we receive from our clients. Please review our Vinyl Production FAQ below. For personalized support or specific quotes, contact us anytime at info@cdvdmaker.com. FAQ #1: What is Reverse…
Does pressing on color vinyl affect the sound quality?
Yes, a bit. Black vinyl will always sound the best. When you add additives to the small batches that make up color vinyl, it can have a higher noise floor. But it’s going to look really cool and it’ll still sound as good as it can, because we only press records that sound good. Our…
The Complete Vinyl Pressing Process Explained
1. Audio Mastering for Vinyl Vinyl-specific mastering is critical. Engineers adjust bass levels, stereo width, and high frequencies to ensure smooth playback and prevent groove distortion. 2. Lacquer Cutting The mastered audio is engraved onto a lacquer disc using a precision lathe. This step demands extreme accuracy—any flaw here will be replicated in every copy.…