What Is a Dubplate?
A dubplate is a custom Lathe Cut Vinyl Record cut one-at-a-time in real time. No pressing plant, no molds — just your audio carved directly into a plastic disk with a diamond stylus. Perfect for DJs, selectors, limited releases, collectors, short runs or one-off gifts.
Lathe Cut Vinyl Pricing & Runtime
Discount ladder: 10% (10), 15% (20), 20% (30), 25% (50). Runtime shown is max total minutes.
| Format | 1–9 | 10 | 20 | 30 | 50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7″ One Side • 4 min | $12.00 | $10.80 | $10.20 | $9.60 | $9.00 |
| 7″ Two Sides • 8 min | $18.00 | $16.20 | $15.30 | $14.40 | $13.50 |
| 10″ One Side • 6 min @ 45 RPM | $15.00 | $13.50 | $12.75 | $12.00 | $11.25 |
| 10″ Two Sides • 12 min @ 45 RPM | $25.00 | $22.50 | $21.25 | $20.00 | $18.75 |
| 10″ One Side • 10 min @ 33⅓ RPM | $18.00 | $16.20 | $15.30 | $14.40 | $13.50 |
| 10″ Two Sides • 20 min @ 33⅓ RPM | $30.00 | $27.00 | $25.50 | $24.00 | $22.50 |
| 12″ One Side • 8 min @ 45 RPM | $20.00 | $18.00 | $17.00 | $16.00 | — |
| 12″ Two Sides • 16 min @ 45 RPM | $35.00 | $31.50 | $29.75 | $28.00 | — |
| 12″ One Side • 15 min @ 33⅓ RPM | $24.00 | $21.60 | $20.40 | $19.20 | — |
| 12″ Two Sides • 30 min @ 33⅓ RPM | $42.00 | $37.80 | $35.70 | $33.60 | — |
Audio Requirements
Audio Requirements
Please prep your premaster with the guidelines below to ensure the cleanest possible cut.
Format
WAV. 24-bit preferred (16-bit OK), 44.1 kHz or higher. No MP3s. Upload two files:
Artist_SideA.wav and Artist_SideB.wav.
Limiting
Avoid brickwall limiting. Pre-limited is fine, but dynamic mixes cut louder and cleaner.
Bass & Low-End Phase
Center all bass below ~150 Hz (100% mono / +1.0 correlation). We can mono lows in pre-master if needed.
Phase & Stereo Imaging
Keep stereo correlation positive (above 0) in the 150 Hz–4 kHz range to avoid cancellations. Above ~10 kHz, very wide stereo can cause splash; use with care. Always check mixes in mono.
Sibilance
Control harsh “S” sounds. De-ess in mix or we’ll address during pre-mastering where possible.
Clipping
Don’t clip. Square-wave distortion is amplified on vinyl and is hard on the cutting head.
Highs
Avoid heavy boosts above 10 kHz. Content above ~15 kHz can distort or splash during cutting.
Sequencing & Length
Longer sides require lower volume (more surface noise). Inner grooves lose high-end and distort more on bright/loud material. Put the most detailed/high-freq tracks first; save quieter/less-bright tracks for the end.
Max side lengths typically used: 7″ up to 4 min • 10″ 6–10 min (45/33⅓) • 12″ 8–15 min (45/33⅓).
Reference Level
All audio is aligned to DIN 45 541 calibration:
0 dB reference = 1 kHz tone at 5 cm/s RMS lateral velocity.
For premaster files, this translates to roughly -20 dBFS RMS.
Keeping peaks conservative helps ensure headroom and proper groove translation.
0 dB reference = 1 kHz tone at 5 cm/s RMS lateral velocity.
For premaster files, this translates to roughly -20 dBFS RMS.
Keeping peaks conservative helps ensure headroom and proper groove translation.
How do I upload my audio?
We use an uploader built directly into the cart. While placing your order, you’ll see a section where you can click or drop your files using the “Hot Pink” button.
Please upload two separate WAV files (one for each side):
- Artist_SideA.wav
- Artist_SideB.wav
File requirements:
- Format: WAV only
- Sample rate: 44.1 kHz / 16-bit or higher
- Maximum size: 200 MB total
Important:
- If you have more than one song per side, combine them into a single WAV file per side before uploading.
- If your files are too large, you can also send them via WeTransfer.com to info@lathecutvinylrecords.com.
Discounts & Bulk Pricing
All discounts are automatically applied — you don’t need to enter any code at checkout. The price per record drops as you order more, following our discount ladder:
- 10% off when you order 10 records
- 15% off when you order 20 records
- 20% off when you order 30 records
- 25% off when you order 50 records
This means your total updates instantly in the cart — no manual codes, no extra steps.
How long does production and delivery take?
Production Time: Standard turnaround is about 2 weeks once we receive your audio and artwork.
- U.S. Orders: Usually arrive within 3–5 business days after shipping.
- International Orders: Delivery times vary, but most arrive within 7–21 business days depending on location and customs.
- You’ll receive a tracking number once your order ships.
👉 If you need your record faster, rush options may be available — please contact us before ordering.
Can I return or exchange my order?
Due to the custom nature of lathe cut vinyl records, all sales are final. Each record is handmade to your exact order and cannot be resold or reused, so we do not accept returns or exchanges.
If there is a problem with your order (for example, damage in shipping or a playback issue), please contact us at info@lathecutvinylrecords.com and we’ll make it right.
