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Submit for Manufacturing

Upload audio masters/premasters and PAO files for vinyl pressing

1
Release Info

Enter SKU, select your label (auto-fills email if in CRM), set format & specs

2
Audio Files

Upload WAV masters or premasters. Tracklist auto-detects from filenames.

3
PAO Files

Upload artwork (PDF/AI). Can be done later - we'll email you a link.

PAO

Complete PAO Upload for {{ resumeSku }}

Audio files were submitted earlier. Upload your PAO files to complete the submission.

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GEMA/SDRM Production Code Generated

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Production Code (GEMA) {{ mfgResult.catalogue.catalogue_prod }}

The production code will be used for GEMA/SDRM declaration. Your original catalogue number will appear on all public materials.

PAO Upload PAO Files for {{ resumeSku }}
PAO
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PDF, AI, PNG - Cover, Labels, Inserts
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1 Release Information
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SPECIFICATIONS - Fill these if you know them (optional)
GEMA/SDRM COMPLIANCE ? What is GEMA/SDRM?
German/French rights societies that require proper catalogue numbers for vinyl pressing.

Why does it matter?
Bootlegs/edits with unofficial catalogue numbers may be rejected by pressing plants in Germany.

Solution:
We generate an internal production code (YYP-XXXX) for GEMA compliance while keeping your original catalogue number for public use.

Check this box if this release uses samples, is an unofficial edit/remix, or doesn't have proper publishing rights.

Used on artwork, shop, and public listings

Used for GEMA declaration and pressing plant

A unique production code will be generated upon submission. This code will be used for GEMA/SDRM compliance while your original catalogue number remains on all public materials.

2 Vinyl & Packaging

Select options to get the correct templates

VINYL COLOR Color Catalog PDF
SLEEVE / COVER
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Download {{ sleeveTemplateName }} Template
{{ sleeveTemplateDimensions }} | Bleed: 3-5mm | PDF 300dpi CMYK FOGRA39
CENTER LABEL
12" Label: 100mm diameter, 7.3mm center, 75gsm, max 280% ink
Label Template

Center labels will not be printed (white labels only)

PAO REQUIREMENTS Full Guide
  • ✓ PDF 300dpi minimum
  • ✓ CMYK, FOGRA39 profile
  • ✓ 3-5mm bleed
  • ✓ Fonts vectorized
  • ! Remove template lines
  • ! Don't show hole zones
3 Audio Files

Select the type of audio files you are submitting

MASTERS
Final mastered files ready for pressing
PREMASTERS
Not for YouTube - will be sent to mastering engineer
WAV
Drop {{ mfgForm.audioType === 'masters' ? 'master' : 'premaster' }} audio files here
WAV 24bit/48kHz or 16bit/44.1kHz
WAV
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Duration Warning
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AUDIO ANALYSIS

Total Duration {{ formatDuration(totalAudioDuration) }}
Files {{ mfgAudioFiles.length }}
Max Duration per Side:
12" 33rpm: 16min 12" 45rpm: 9min 10" 33rpm: 10min
4 Tracklist & Timing {{ mfgForm.tracklist.length }} track{{ mfgForm.tracklist.length > 1 ? 's' : '' }} · {{ formatDuration(totalTracklistDuration) }}

Define the track positions and titles for marketing & labels

33 RPM
45 RPM
Enter track names and durations. Click Generate Layout to auto-distribute across sides.
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Proposed Layout
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{{ autoGeneratedTracks }} track{{ autoGeneratedTracks > 1 ? 's' : '' }} auto-detected from filenames

No tracks defined yet. Add tracks manually or they will be auto-created from uploaded audio files.

Smart Layout Applied

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Recommended: {{ smartLayoutRecommendation.recommendedRpm }} RPM (currently {{ smartLayoutRecommendation.currentRpm }} RPM)
Total: {{ smartLayoutRecommendation.totalDuration }} | Max per side: {{ smartLayoutRecommendation.maxPerSide }}
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5 Notes & Instructions

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{{ mfgForm.audioType === 'masters' ? 'These notes will be included in the email sent to the cutting studio.' : 'These notes will be included in the email sent to the mastering engineer.' }}
6 PAO / Printing Files

Artwork files for vinyl sleeve, labels, and inserts

You can return with the same SKU to complete the PAO upload. A link will be sent to {{ mfgForm.email || 'your email' }}.

File Requirements

  • Format: PDF, AI, PNG, PSD, TIFF
  • Resolution: 300 DPI minimum (400 DPI recommended)
  • Color: CMYK, FOGRA39 profile
  • Bleed: 3-5mm on all sides

What to Upload

  • Sleeve/Cover - Front, back, spine
  • Labels - Side A and B center labels
  • Inserts - Any additional printed materials
PAO
Drop printing files here
PDF, AI, PNG - Cover, Labels, Inserts (300 DPI minimum)
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{{ formatFileSize(file.size) }} {{ file.info.dimensions }} ~{{ file.info.estimatedDpi }} DPI {{ file.info.sizeMB }}
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7 Legal Agreement
Please accept both checkboxes to submit your files
Uploading {{ mfgAudioFiles.length + paoFiles.length }} files... {{ mfgUploadProgress }}%

Files will be organized in Dropbox:
{{ mfgForm.sku || 'SKU' }}_{{ mfgForm.audioType === 'masters' ? 'MASTERS' : 'PREMASTERS' }}/ and {{ mfgForm.sku || 'SKU' }} PAO/

Manufacturing & Mastering FAQ

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AUDIO
Q What's the difference between Masters and Premasters?
Masters are final, ready-to-press audio files that have been professionally mastered for vinyl. They include proper EQ, limiting, and are cut-ready.

Premasters are mixed but not mastered files. They will be sent to a mastering engineer who will optimize them specifically for vinyl cutting (RIAA curve, bass management, etc).
Q What's the maximum duration per side?
12" at 33 RPM: 16-18 minutes per side (recommended max: 16 min)
12" at 45 RPM: 9-10 minutes per side
10" at 33 RPM: 10 minutes per side
7" at 45 RPM: 3.5-4 minutes per side

Longer durations = narrower grooves = lower volume & less bass. For loud, bass-heavy music, stay under 12 min/side on 12".
Q What audio format should I provide?
Recommended: WAV 24-bit / 48kHz or 96kHz
Acceptable: WAV 16-bit / 44.1kHz

Always provide uncompressed WAV files. Never submit MP3 or other lossy formats for vinyl pressing.
ARTWORK (PAO)
Q What resolution for artwork files?
Minimum: 300 DPI at final print size
Recommended: 400 DPI for best quality

For a 12" sleeve (313×313mm), that means at least 3697×3697 pixels.
Q What is FOGRA39?
FOGRA39 is a CMYK color profile standard for coated paper printing in Europe. Using this profile ensures colors print accurately.

Convert your files to CMYK with FOGRA39 profile in Photoshop/Illustrator before exporting. RGB files will be auto-converted and may shift colors.
Q What is bleed and why is it needed?
Bleed is extra image area (3-5mm) that extends beyond the trim line. It ensures no white edges appear after cutting.

Always extend backgrounds and images to the bleed area. Keep important text/logos 5mm inside the safe zone.
VINYL OPTIONS
Q 140g vs 180g vinyl - what's the difference?
140g: Standard weight, perfectly fine quality, more affordable
180g: Heavier, more premium feel, slightly better resonance, less prone to warping

For most releases, 180g is recommended as it's the industry standard for quality releases.
Q Does colored vinyl affect sound quality?
Solid colors (white, red, blue): No noticeable difference from black vinyl.
Special effects (splatter, marble, picture disc): May have slightly more surface noise due to color mixing process.

For audiophile releases, black or solid color vinyl is recommended. For collectible/limited editions, effects are popular.

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  1. Go to discogs.com/release/new
  2. Fill in all release details (artist, title, tracklist, format)
  3. For Release Status, select "Accepted"
  4. In notes, add: Copies received from physical distributor
  5. Upload at least one image (we can provide one if needed)
  6. Submit and copy the Release ID from the URL

Where to find the ID: In the URL discogs.com/release/12345678-Artist-Title, the number is your Release ID.

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