TECHNICAL
GUIDELINES.
Vinyl is a mechanical medium. There are physical limits to what it can do. Follow these guidelines to ensure your record sounds and looks perfect.
High Resolution
Audio files must be 24-bit WAV or FLAC for the best possible fidelity. Higher is always better when it comes to vinyl.
Artwork Specs
300 DPI minimum resolution in CMYK color mode. Use our templates specifically for your format.
Timing Limits
12" LP: 22 mins per side at 33 RPM. 7" Single: 5 mins per side at 45 RPM.
AUDIO MASTERING CHECKLIST
- 24-bit 48kHz (Max 96kHz)
- Mono Low End below 150Hz
- De-essed Sibilance
- -3dB Headroom Minimum
ARTWORK CHECKLIST
- 300 DPI Resolution
- CMYK Color Space
- 3mm Bleed Included
- Outlined Typography