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Mad Vinyl Music

YOUR MUSIC · ON VINYL

Vinyl record
pressing

Your music deserves
a place in the physical world.

From your first project to the record in your hands. We bring your release to life through pressing, colour and packaging.

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Detail of the vinyl record press at Mad Vinyl Music
WHERE MUSIC TAKES SHAPE / THE PRESS
A team member examines a green vinyl record at the factory

01 / THE PEOPLE

Behind every record,
there is someone listening.

We are a team united by music and a passion for releasing it on vinyl. At our factory, we help artists and labels turn an idea into a physical release.

We know that details define a release: inserts, OBI strips, printed inner sleeves, labels and special finishes. We specialise in special editions and help you combine materials and finishes to give each record a distinctive presentation.

Tell us what you want to make. Format, sound and presentation are all part of the same conversation.

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02 / COLOUR

Coloured vinyl.
Your release, your character.

Classic black, solid and transparent colours, and effects such as marble, splatter, half/half, tricolour, ghost, glitter and swirl. We help labels and artists find the right presentation for their vinyl record, balancing colour, finishes and packaging to suit their project and budget.

A translucent turquoise vinyl record photographed against the light
A COLOUR FOR YOUR RELEASE
A clear record with a blue centre and white splatter effect by Mad Vinyl Music
EVERY EFFECT, ANOTHER WAY TO EXPRESS YOURSELF

03 / PACKAGING

Sleeves and packaging.
The first impression.

Outer sleeves, inner sleeves, labels and booklets complete the experience of your record. We offer single, double and triple sleeves with matt, gloss, textured, embossed and hot foil finishes. We consider every part of the release.

We only work with high-quality sleeves made specifically for vinyl, available in a wide range of finishes. We help you define the presentation that best suits your release.

Records with their sleeves prepared in a box
MUSIC, READY TO CHANGE HANDS

04 / QUALITY CONTROL

Quality starts
before pressing.

Our aim is to achieve the best vinyl quality on the market. To do so, we pay particular attention to two decisive stages: the quality of the cut and the quality of the stampers that transfer the sound to every copy.

Vinyl record press at the Mad Vinyl Music facilities
WE MONITOR THE STAGES THAT SHAPE THE FINAL RESULT

ISO 9001

Certified quality management

Our quality management system is certified to ISO 9001:2015 for vinyl record manufacturing. The certificate states a validity date of September 2027.

ISO 14001

Environmental management

Our environmental management system is certified to ISO 14001:2015 for vinyl record manufacturing. The certificate states a validity date of September 2027.

TEST PRESSINGS

Test pressings: listen before production

Before final production, we offer customers test pressings so they can check the sound and quality of their records and approve the result.

FROM FILE TO RECORD

Preparing your vinyl release

Need help planning your vinyl release? You are in the right place. We guide you through each decision to find the combination of format, colour, sound and packaging that best suits your project and budget.

FORMATS AND QUANTITIES

7, 10 and 12-inch formats

We press runs from 100 copies: 12-inch records at 140 or 180 g, 10-inch records at 95 g and 7-inch records at 42 g. The 7-inch format is available with a large or small centre hole. All formats are available at 33 and 45 rpm.

AUDIO AND ARTWORK

Preparing audio and artwork

For the best possible result, audio and artwork should be supplied in the highest quality available.

COLOURS AND FINISHES

Colours and effects for your release

We offer a wide range: solid and transparent colours, marble, splatter, half/half, tricolour and other finishes.

  1. Plan your release

    Choose the format, quantity, colour and packaging to build your quote.

  2. Prepare audio and artwork

    Discuss the files and materials needed for cutting and printing with us.

  3. Review the test pressings

    If you order test pressings, listen to and approve them before production of the run begins.

  4. Shape your release

    Once the materials are approved, we coordinate manufacturing and packaging.

BEFORE YOU START

Frequently asked questions about vinyl pressing

What is the minimum order for vinyl records?

The minimum order is 100 copies. We keep the minimum low to help emerging labels and artists release their music on vinyl. The fixed costs of the manufacturing process make smaller runs unviable.

Which formats, weights and speeds do you offer?

We offer 12-inch records at 140 and 180 grams, 10-inch at 95 grams and 7-inch at 42 grams. The 7-inch records are available with a large or small centre hole. All these formats can be manufactured at 33 or 45 rpm.

Can I have coloured vinyl or records with special effects pressed?

Yes. We offer classic black, a wide range of colours and effects such as marble, splatter, half/half, tricolour, ghost, glitter and swirl. We are also open to exploring new creative options with you.

How many test pressings will I receive and how should I review them?

We supply 5 test pressings, or more if required, for you to check the audio. They are always pressed on black vinyl. We recommend listening to every copy on different playback systems to check the sound. For projects with test pressings, the production run starts after customer approval.

How should I prepare the audio?

We recommend supplying audio in the highest quality available, preferably mastered for vinyl. We accept WAV or AIFF at 16, 24 or 32 bits, with sample rates of 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 or 192 kHz. You do not need to supply the maximum resolution: the minimum accepted is 16-bit, 44.1 kHz. If you are unsure whether your audio is ready for vinyl, we can analyse it before cutting.

How should I prepare the artwork?

Supply artwork in the highest quality available, prepared using our templates and saved as Adobe PDF 1.3, with the Coated FOGRA39 or ISOCoated_v2 colour profile.

Which packaging options are available?

We offer single, double and triple sleeves with matt, gloss, textured, embossed and hot foil finishes. We can explore new solutions with you to create a special edition.

How can I request a quote?

You can build your quote using our online quotation tool. If you need options that are not listed, email us and we will help you plan your release.

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Where do you ship, and how are shipping costs calculated?

We ship worldwide. Shipping is quoted separately: we need your address and postcode to prepare a shipping quote. Taxes and customs charges are excluded from that quote.

Can I collect my order or visit the factory?

Yes. You can collect your order at the factory and also visit to see your vinyl being manufactured. Contact us to arrange this.

THE NEXT RECORD COULD BE YOURS

Let’s bring your music to vinyl.

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