F A Q
What's the difference between lathe cut and pressed records?
Lathes are used in the first stages of pressing a record. The audio is cut to blank acetate and then this is used to create the stamper.
This stamper is then used to squash a heated puck of polyvinyl into shape and then rapidly cooled, making 100s of records a day.
So the difference is the means of production.
How much time can you fit on each side?
Generally speaking we can fit the times listed below on each side but these are slightly flexible depending on the sonic properties of your mix. Once we receive your files we'll be able to be more definite.
Approximate maximum recording times. Per side.
7" 45rpm - 4 minutes
10" 45rpm - 8 minutes
10" 33rpm - 12 minutes
12" 45 - 11 minutes
12"33rpm - 18 minutes
Do you master for vinyl?
We do! Prices can be found on the record cutting page.
Do you print sleeves and labels?
We do! We can print your labels or supply them blank on printable A4 sheets. We can also print 7" sleeves and we offer them assembled or with self assembly. We can print 10" v card inserts but not full sleeves as our printer isn't big enough.
If we can't print what you require we may be able to point you in the right direction.
Do you offer different colour records?
We can offer Black or Transparent records. Both cost the same.
Do you offer test cuts?
We do! However, it's too costly to offer them for free. We will charge the basic set up fee and other necessary costs (Labour, materials, P+P etc). If you then decide to go ahead with an order, you won't be charged the set up fee again.
What's your turnaround time?
At the moment turnaround is 6 weeks once the invoice is paid. This also totally depends on the jobs we have on and if we need to order any stock for your project.
How can I pay for my order?
Once we've sent you a quote and you're happy with it, payment will be required before we start your project.
We accept bank transfer and paypal.
How will my records arrive?
Once they are cut they will be packaged and sent to you via courier. You'll receive tracking information once the process begins.
If you have any more questions you can e-mail us at
loosehairlathecuts@gmail.com