How will my vinyl be pressed?
We lathe-cut your master lacquer, as we believe that, when skilfully and expertly prepared, lathe-cut lacquers are the basis for a superior product. This is because of their warmer sound properties and the capability for a more dynamic bass range.
- The basic principle is that we start with a hydraulic press fitted with 2 pre-heated moulds and fitted with stampers (which holds your music!).
- The pre-heated vinyl matter is forced into the machine and sandwiched between two completely dry labels and the stampers are copied exactly into the vinyl matter.
- During this process the labels and vinyl matter are pressed under a pressure of 100 or more tons at a temperature of 160°C (345°F)
- After the pressing mould is sufficiently cooled, the press opens and the vinyl record is removed, trimmed to the required size and inspected visually.