Saturday, October 31, 2009

A Question from a reader

Got this from a reader this morning:

Hey Al. Nice write up as always. Good read. Hitting you up with a question if you don't mind....

We have just finished the recording process of our debut CD and we couldn't be more happier with how it's going so far. Next step is the mixing and mastering and we're ready for the release and distribution. We purchased your DVD and learned some very valuable tips from you which we appreciate full-heartedly. One thing we were hoping you could help us with is the manufacturing and packaging of the CD. We want around 100 full length copies complete with CD sleeve and possibly some demo's if we don't decide to burn and create them ourselves. Would you happen to know of a nice reliable, fairly priced company that could help us out with this? We trust your opinion and advice. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks for your time Al

-Rick


Hey Rick thanks for the kind words and the great question

Congrats on getting your debut cd ready - that's awesome - a huge accomplishment and something that 95% of all bands that ever start never even get to do! So well done bro

Ok so you are looking for a good manufacturer? Gone are the days where it makes sense to get 1000 cds for $999 IMHO - I would def. start with a low physical pressing and if things go well you can always re-press. I would also look at having a digital copy available via I-tunes (I recommend using Tunecore to get your music on I-tunes)

For cd pressings lower than 500 copies - I would suggest using National Media Services: http://www.nationalmediaservices.com/

If you are confident you can do 500+ to start with - which is actually pretty tough in this day and age I would suggest A 2 Z media: http://www.atozmedia.com/web/

I have used both these companies and can vouch that they will look after you. A 2 z is cheaper per disc but you have to press more - I would def hit both of them up let them know what you want to do and then look at your price quotes before you make a final decision

Let us know how you go in a future email!

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Al
Metal Label Secrets

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