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Duplicating CD’s is an industry on to itself. Getting quality CD copies is essential to anyone in the music industry or anyone who needs duplicates of CD’s for books on CD, presentations, and more. You want the duplicate to have the same high quality as the original to showcase your talent and your work. Often times, though a duplicate can get watered down and the more copies that are made, the worse the quality can be. Especially, when copies are made from a home computer.

Getting CD’s duplicated by a professional such as Abet Disc, located in Los Angeles, ensures high quality CD duplication. They not only provide a quality product but quality customer service and online order placing 24/7, makes it easy for clients to receive their orders in a timely manner with no hidden fees and a 30 day money back guarantee.

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Stochastic printing vs. Conventional offset Printing

Computer-To-Plate technology utilizing a different technique for printing halftones known as Frequency Modulation (FM) screening, or stochastic printing. Conventional offset screening, or Amplitude Modulation is certainly better, especially when higher line screens of 175 to 200 are used in halftone and four color CMYK process printing.

The best way to define stochastic printing is to compare it to conventional offset printing.

In conventional offset printing, images are printed using grid-like screens that separate the image into evenly space dots that are larger in size in the darker areas and smaller in size in the light areas. In four color process printing, separate screens are used to reproduce each of the four colors, black, cyan, magenta and yellow.

In stochastic printing, images are printed by dots spread randomly throughout the image area. The dots are not equally spaced and aligned in a row or grid and they vary according to the tonal value to be reproduced. The lighter areas have few dots, the darker areas have more dots.

Printing with stochastic screening offers the advantages of less ink on the sheet, can reproduce too much detail; grain of image’s photographic film can become visible, imperfection in flesh tones are more visible, holding a small dot is a great challenge on press, very unforgiving on press, tighter controls have to be implemented, 20% more dot gain than conventional, proofing is difficult.

Conventional offset screens have the advantages of greater latitude of changing color density on press, more forgiving halftone reproduction, better printing of large amounts of ink on paper and better production of one and two color printing. Metallic or opaque ink halftones have larger impact and works better for skin tones.

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How can I get my CD track names to show on my computer?

We recommend Apple’s iTunes since it’s on all Macs and on a lot of PCs, download it for free: http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/

If you’re releasing a new CD it’s very important to get that info. into CDDB database, the database that iTunes uses, so that anybody who plays it will see the track and the artist info.

When you insert a CD into iTunes that’s had its data uploaded to CDDB, it’s identified and the track and artist info. is automatically downloaded in to iTunes .

How to upload your CD info to the database

1- Insert your CD into a computer and open iTunes.
2- Right click on the first track in the iTunes window and select “Get Info” or (command-I), and enter in the album name, artist, year, genre, copyright info, etc.
3- Go to Advanced>Submit CD Track Names. Your info will be uploaded to CDDB. Once it’s processed in their system, when anybody puts your CD into iTunes, all of your information will show up.

NOTE: Before uploading, be sure that you have everything is entered correctly. If you submit the wrong info, it can be a hassle to change it. To do so, you have to contact Gracenote, it can take a while.

for more CD track Name, CDDB database info visit: AbetDisc.com

Technology has been flourishing in recent years, perhaps due to the immense growth of the Internet. Many service providers such as DVD duplication services have emerged. To the consumer, this is great news, for these service providers offer excellent services at reasonable prices. 

The traditional way of sourcing for reliable DVD replicators is no longer practical. People used to source for quotations the slow way, using contacts from trade or industry directories. This process is slow and cumbersome. On the Internet, everything moves at unbelievable speed. You will be able to contact various vendors, and have your deal firmed up in a matter of hours. 

The primary reason why you should look into DVD duplication services is because it helps to save time and money. If you have ever tried duplicating CDs or DVDs at home, you know that the process can take a long time. Imagine having to copy the content from one disc to another. If you need anything more than 50 copies, you will surely need professional help. Besides, the professionals can do a much better job at making duplicates. The quality is so good that you may not even be able to tell the difference between copy and original!

Such services divide their offers into two broad categories – short run duplication, or large run replication. Short run means you need a smaller number of copies (usually below 500). The entire order can be filled much faster, and the price per copy is definitely cheaper than what you pay for if you attempt to do this by yourself. If you are a product publisher with a small customer base, this is the perfect package for you.

The other service, which is the large run replication service, is for larger orders (usually above 1000 pieces). The order may take a little longer to fill since it involves more copies. But the price per unit is lower because of the volume. This service is ideal for publishers with a larger customer base. With a lower cost per unit price, the margins are higher and publishers can enjoy more profits.

In addition, professional service providers also offer value added services such as design and printing, audio mastering, and DVD authoring. That means you don’t have to lift a finger to do the “grunt work”. Leave it to the professionals. They have the expertise and the experience to ensure that your project turns out to be a huge success.

Try to spend more time on the design and printing aspect. The packaging is important because it helps with your marketing. Your goal is to do such a good job that your customers remember the work that you have done. For sure, you don’t want them to remember you for shoddy work. So make sure that the design looks clean and professional. The marketing experts call this “branding”.

Finally, make sure that the vendor you choose don’t charge you extra for over-runs or full-color on-disc replication printing. There should also not be any hidden costs, and all costs must be made known to you up-front. Once you are sure of that, you may go ahead and place your order.

CD Duplication helps save time and money – visit AbetDisc.com for more CD Duplication information. Aeron K. Nersoya

Retail Ready Flax-DVD Replication

What is Flex-DVD CardDisc mini Disc?

The eco-friendly design of the disc as well as its flexible attributes make the Flex DVD the perfect choice for direct mail and publishing scenarios (especially for cover mounting on magazine, books, and newspapers) its resilience to breakage, shattering, and cracking.

CarDisc Flex-DVD Replication

Flex-DVD is the latest technology in the DVD replication industry.

This single layer format has the same capacity of a DVD-5 (4.7GB for standard size and 1.1GB for 3” Mini). This new disc format is literally “flexible”. This new format is ideal for any disc based direct mail application due to its resilience to breakage, shattering, and cracking. Only 0.6mm disc thick! (Full size Disc & 80mm Mini Disc) 50% less polycarbonate environmentally eco friendly Flex-DVD Disc can be bent and “flexed” without any damage. Perfect for “cover mount” and direct mail

Plays just like a regular DVD disc, available in DVD-5 4.7 GB, Mini 1.1 GB DVD, and 3.7 GB HD-DVD capacity & 800MB 63MM Rectangle and DVD Business card Hockey Rink

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Why use Flex DVD?

MAILING & POSTAGE:

The flexible nature of the disc allows the Flex DVD to move through sorting machinery at U.S. Postal Service sort facilities. The fact that the disc will “flex” allows a direct mail piece using this disc to be classified as “Standard Mail” by US postal service will cost you between $0.065 and $0.216 depends on paper stock and ink coverage, you will save between $0.30 to $0.40 compared to non-machineable letter rate.

BREAKAGE:

In recent years, many disc-based direct mail campaigns experienced a relatively high percentage of “breakage in transit” as digital marketing professionals relied on various carriers to deliver their marketing vehicle to the doors of businesses and consumers. Packaging systems were created to minimize the amount of discs damaged in transit, however, in all mail or express delivery applications – results were still unacceptable. Flex DVD eliminates breakage in transit by providing a flexible, resilient disc product that will almost NEVER crack, break, or become damaged.

ECO-FRIENDLY DVD:

As corporations and organizations in the U.S.A. become more and more conscious of their impact on the environment, the Flex DVD is clearly a more “green” disc replication solution for these same companies to consider. Abet Disc’s molding technology uses one half the polycarbonate and chemicals that a standard DVD-5 replication process normally uses. Over time, the benefits to the environment from a pollution and recycling standpoint are truly significant factors.

PLAYABILITY:

Flax Disc plays and performs exactly like its DVD-5 counterpart. The disc functions and plays at optimal levels in all players on the market today. From set-top DVD players to DVD drives in computers and lap tops, maximum playability levels were reached during a vigorous research and development process and these levels are almost identical to standard DVD-5 discs in the market today.

You are done recording and mixing, so now what?
You just recorded and mixed your tracks, now you are ready to duplicate it. You want to send out your CDs to radio stations, record labels, and music producers or you are ready to publish your work online, but you have few unanswered questions.

How good is the overall sound quality of my tracks compared to the competition?
Can my tracks sound any better? My tracks sound pretty good, is it good enough in the competitive world of the music industry? How do I measure the sound quality of my tracks?

Answer: Your first step should be to choose a mastering company who can professionally master your tracks.

What is audio mastering?
Audio Mastering is the final critical creative step in the process of making a master audio recording ready for Radio, TV, Movie and Multimedia. At this point all the final sound adjustments, stereo imaging improvements and sonic enhancements are applied to shape the final sound in to a coherent and sophisticated work of art.

Why do I need professional mastering?
In the competitive music business today there is continuous demand for higher quality sound. The ongoing evolution of digital technology makes mastering an indispensable step in any music, movie or multimedia projects. Our years of experience and unique techniques are counted on by our clients to gain the necessary competitive edge for the successes of their CD, DVD, Multimedia, TV and Radio releases.

Do demos need mastering?
Demo mastering is a standard practice in today’s highly competitive music market. A&R departments at indie and major record labels are flooded everyday with new demos from aspiring artists. In most cases, your music production and sound quality is closely scrutinized to weed out the amateurs. Mastering of demos is an indispensable step to give an artist an extra edge over the competition.

Do commercials and jingles need mastering?
Commercials are mastered to increase audibility of speech and narration with extended frequency response, maximized loudness and balanced dynamics. Clients that master their commercials are experiencing increasing effectiveness of their efforts. Properly mastered radio and TV commercials stand out from the rest of the program and immediately grab a hold of consumer’s attentions by facilitating audibility, loudness and powerful emotional impact even if the consumer have turned his/her attention away. Those who choose not to master are at risk of losing their impact on the market place and handing over the market share to their competitors.

What music genres require mastering?
All music genres benefit from mastering!

How do you choose a professional CD mastering house that I can trust and not spend a fortune on?
Professional mastering company will offer true 24-bit, 32-bit and 64bit support, all up to 192KHz sample rates. Final projects should be delivered as Red Book Pre-master CD’s (PMCD’s), ready for replication or duplication. Master disc should be burned with CD-Text, UPC and ISRC.

For more info on Audio Mastering visit: http://www.abetdisc.com

O-Cards / Slipcase: Add to the experience of unique CD packaging by using an O-Card / Slipcase to cover your Jewel Cases and cases. O-Cards / Slipcases are left open at both ends to allow the CD case to be easily removed. O-Cards / Slipcase can be printed in full color. O-Cards / Slipcase can house just one CD jewel-case or digipack case.

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Do you remember walking down the aisles of your music store and just skimming over the thousands and thousands of CDs? What made you suddenly stop and spontaneously pick up a CD? What’s the first thing that sparks your curiosity? Is it the content or the appeal? While most would argue, it should be about the music. It was the artwork that captured your attention. As much as we would love to believe it’s the inside that matters; lets face it, image is important. This is not, by all means, to discredit the music. The content is relevant in that; the music keeps the fans loyal and coming back for more. But if the customer just walked by your CD and never picks it up, the potential fan is gone.

Don’t underestimate the power of CD cover art! The design of your CD cover is a crucial factor that can separate the amateur from the professional. It has the power to capture new fans. CD cover design can mean the difference between having your press kit CDs ending up in the trashcans or in a CD players of A&R representatives. A captivated design can attract new business and enhance your image. Even in vinyl days, cover art has always been a major attraction.

CD design is vital, it provide a glimpse into your personality. It can tease and titillate the imagination. If you like what’s on the outside; wait until you turn me on. From country to rock and everything in between, CD cover art speaks volume about who you are. Don’t make the mistake of outsourcing the design work to amateur. Although, it might be cost effective to even design it yourself, this could cost you dearly in the end; your potential new businesses.

Graphic designers have the artistic expertise to creative eye-catching designs. You’ve taken you time to perfect your music, and your cover art is the first thing people see. Don’t chance it with an amateurish design. A professional graphic designer can give your CD cover the wow factor it needs to grab hold of your audience. CD cover art should attract customers’ attention, capture their interest and finally, sell your CD.

Remember: You only have one chance to make a first impression.

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