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AUDIO MASTER

  • Files need to be in uncompressed (.wav) or lossless (.flac) format
  • All audio files need a control checksum (pack these .wav into .zip archive)
  • Tracklist needs to say at least what tracks go on which side
  • Check recommended playing times below
  • We can provide an FTP account for you to upload your files

  • If unsure, you can also mail us A COPY OF your master-CD (pack it well!)

ARTWORK |  You give us DTP-ready PDF files

  • You need to use templates we give you!
  • Make at least 3mm bleed on the edges
  • Keep guiding line in a separate layer as fifth color (C,M,Y,K) or another color (PMS)
  • Do NOT use transparency (blend it in)
  • Any vector graphics should remain vector
  • Fonts smaller than 5pts can't be guaranteed to be printed readable
  • Images should be 300dpi

ARTWORK |  We create DTP materials for you ( from your graphics )

  • Charge is 16 EUR/hour (+VAT)
  • Timeframe is 15 minutes for each item (pair of labels, sleeve, booklet, insert, ..)

  • Send us image with final result (.jpeg, .png, .tiff)
  • Send us the original files (.psd, .xcf), if you have them
  • Send us the all used font files, if you have them

  • Use CMYK model, if available
  • Create 3mm bleed on the edges (see below)

  • Image resolution should reach 300dpi (dots/pixels per inch), if possible
  • Any vector graphics should remain vector (especially written text / fonts)
  • Generally, do not use fonts smaller than 5pts
  • Do not place written text too close to edges


Maximum Recommended Playing Times
 STANDARDHIGH VOLUME
331/3 RPM45 RPM331/3 RPM45 RPM
7" 08m30s06m30s04m50s03m40s
10"15m00s11m30s09m30s07m20s
12"19m50s15m20s12m30s08m40s