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Duplication is a fast and easy method of manufacturing used by most for quick turn promotional product. DVD Duplication is a perfect solution for those who need less than 1000 discs in a short amount of time. Many DVD duplication companies now offer their services online saving you even more time. Just send in your master, upload your artwork to their site and in 1 – 2 days your order is ready to ship. By following this simple DVD duplication checklist you are sure to get your project off without a hitch.

1. Due Date: Turn times vary depending on the peak seasons. If you have a specific due date make sure you discuss this with your CD duplication company. Confirm you will receive your product on time even if it’s within their standard turn times. Peek seasons can add days to delivery turn times so make sure your duplicator is aware of your due date. You wouldn’t want to show up to your gig empty handed, without product.

2. Choose the right packaging: The market is full of media packaging options. Make sure yours is memorable. Don’t disappoint your users by cutting corners with plain packaging. Quality CD and DVD packaging can easily help in successfully marketing your product. Qualified full service CD and DVD duplication companies usually provide packaging services. Always check with your duplicator for available packaging options. Some packaging may not be available for short run duplication so be sure to check with your duplication company before designing your artwork. Take the time to select one that presents your product best. Following their provided templates will help in getting your job printed correctly and without delays.

3. Content: Try to send in two discs. A backup is always helpful just in case the first disc tests with errors. This will help to save time and money on your project. You wouldn’t want your project duplicated from a master filled with errors. If you are providing a DVD master for content always review the video or audio to make certain it is accurate. Check your master for scratches or visible defects before handing it over to the duplicator. Your DVD master or CD master will be copied exactly as you’ve provided it. It is your responsibility to check your content. Never give your CD Duplication plant your only master. Always keep one on file ant try to send it via a tracking service such as UPS or FedEx.

Artwork: Most CD duplication companies offer their own set of design templates. Following the CD artwork templates to spec will help to avoid any costly errors or delays to your project. Use high resolution artwork. Images taken from the internet are usually around 72dpi (low resolution files) and are not recommended for printing. Always prepare your artwork with 300dpi or higher files and images for the best CD print results. Once you’re completely satisfied with your masterpiece give it the once over and finalize it. Last minute changes to your artwork after its been given to the disc duplicator may result in delays and graphic design charges. When ready, upload your artwork to your CD duplicator’s website or send in a disc containing your files. Remember to keep a backup copy. Never give the duplication plant the only copy of your artwork. Always, always keep a back up.

Allow yourself enough time for artwork approval. Most CD duplication companies will send a pdf proof of your artwork for final approval before they go to print. This is your last chance to catch and correct any possible errors so review, review, review. Once the CD plant receives your approval, your project will be ready for CD duplication, printing and packaging.

By following the checklist for your next CD duplication project your order is sure to be delivered on time and to spec.

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