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ARTWORK

PRINT • ASSEMBLY • RELEASE PREPARATION

We produce professional print materials for artists preparing physical releases — including center label stickers, record jackets, lyric sheets, inserts, and CNC engraving-ready artwork. Every component is fabricated through trusted print partners to ensure consistency, accuracy, and release-ready presentation.

Artwork is offered as a separate checkout from our lathe-cut vinyl records and is designed for bulk ordering to support merch runs, label inventory, and planned releases. This structure gives artists control over assembly while keeping production efficient and aligned.

✔ Center Label Stickers
✔ Record Jackets
✔ Lyric Sheets & Inserts
✔ CNC Engraving Artwork
✔ Bulk Print Runs (Minimum 10)
✔ Optional Assembly Services

Rooted in independent release culture, many artists choose to apply labels and assemble their records personally — adding a level of intention that digital formats cannot replicate. For those preferring a turnkey finish, professional label placement and packaging services are available.

Print with intention. Assemble with purpose.

Artwork & File Preparation

Artwork & File Preparation

Send the highest-resolution artwork you have — perfection is not required.

How To Submit Artwork

Upload artwork during checkout using the Hot Pink cart uploader. If your files exceed upload limits, send them via WeTransfer to info@lathecutvinylrecords.com and include your order number.

Files must be fully downloadable — streaming links are not accepted.

Accepted Formats

  • PNG
  • PDF
  • ZIP files containing multiple assets

Resolution: 300 DPI minimum recommended.

If you’re unsure whether your files are usable, send them anyway — we’re happy to review and advise before production.

Do You Require Print-Ready Files?

No. Bleed lines, trim marks, and complex prepress specifications are not required for most projects. Our workflows are designed to remain flexible so artists, labels, and first-time clients can move forward without professional print preparation. If adjustments are necessary, we’ll guide you.

Do You Design Artwork?

Our focus is the fabrication of the record itself. While we do not operate as a graphic design studio, we are happy to review artwork, answer questions, and help ensure your files translate successfully onto the format you’ve selected.

How Many Designs Can I Submit?

Physical artwork components are produced in batches of 10 per design. Each unique design requires its own batch — for example, alternate Side A / Side B artwork counts as two designs.

Will My Artwork Arrive Assembled?

Some formats ship fully fabricated, while others are intentionally DIY. Assembly details are listed within the product description so you know exactly what to expect before ordering.

Colored Lathe Cut Vinyl Records

Colored Lathe-Cut Vinyl

Colored lathe-cut records are available in a rotating selection of stocked materials.

  • Red — Stocked / Limited
  • White — Unavailable
  • Blue — Unavailable
  • Green — Unavailable
  • Yellow — Unavailable
  • Purple — Unavailable
  • Orange — Unavailable
  • Gold — Unavailable

Minimum order:
• 10 records
• Priced as double-sided formats

Looking for a specific color? We may be able to source custom materials depending on availability.

  • Custom colors typically require quantities greater than 10
  • Lower quantities are only available when the color is already stocked

If you have a color in mind, contact us before ordering and we’ll confirm availability.

Center Labels

Center Label Artwork

We use a 3.5-inch center label as our standard format.

You may submit a 3.5″ circle without a center hole — this is preferred so we can align the spindle hole precisely during fabrication.

Tip: Keep important text and artwork away from the center area to prevent loss during hole placement.

Premium full-color labels are produced by professional print partners and typically ship loose unless part of a bundled package.

Simple white labels are available upon request.

Jackets

Jacket Artwork

Submit a 12″ × 12″ square image at 300 DPI in full color.

Accepted formats: PNG or PDF. Bleed and trim marks are not required — sizing and placement are handled during production.

Your artwork is printed as a full-size 12×12″ sticker and professionally applied to the front and back of a record jacket with spine for a clean, retail-style presentation.

We stock black and white jackets and select the option that best complements your artwork to ensure the strongest visual result.

CNC Engraved Records

CNC Engraving

All engraving is performed in-house prior to audio cutting for precise alignment and clean visual results.

Material Differences

Clear Records:
Produce the strongest light-through effect, creating a dramatic sun-catcher appearance when held to natural light. Clear is our recommended choice for visually driven designs and is typically produced as single-sided to preserve both playback performance and engraving clarity.

Black Records:
Engrave with a refined matte finish that emphasizes texture and contrast. Black records may be produced single or double-sided and pair well with additional artwork elements such as center labels or picture discs.

Our Recommendation

For the strongest visual impact, we recommend clear single-sided records. Clients seeking engraving on both sides often prefer black records due to their surface characteristics.

Picture Discs

Picture Disc Artwork

Picture discs use glue-free adhesive artwork applied as precision-cut graphics rather than laminated layers.

Available for 7″, 10″, and 12″ records, 5×7″ vinyl postcards, and many custom shaped formats. Picture disc artwork can also be combined with shaped records to create fully custom designs.

Single-Sided vs. Double-Sided

Single-sided: playable grooves on one side with picture artwork on the reverse.

Double-sided (DIY): artwork is supplied for both sides, with final bonding completed by the client.

We do not glue records together to create double-sided picture discs. However, we can supply the recommended adhesive for clients assembling their own discs.

Proper alignment during bonding is critical for reliable playback.

Artwork Preparation & Sizing

Submit artwork as a circle with no center hole so we can align it precisely during production.

  • 7″ records: submit a 7″ circle
  • 10″ records: submit a 10″ circle
  • 12″ records: artwork is often sized slightly smaller (approx. 11.75″) when clearance is needed for DIY bonding
  • Postcards & shaped records: sizing reviewed case-by-case

A small outer gap can be left when artwork is intended for double-sided assembly.

Material & Durability

  • Waterproof
  • High-gloss finish
  • Designed for long-term adhesion
  • Applied without heat or lamination

A Note on Artwork

Lathe-cut formats allow significant visual flexibility, though some designs benefit from testing or refinement to achieve the strongest result. If you are unsure about sizing or layout, we are happy to review your artwork before production.

Printable Center Labels

Printable Center Label Templates

Each sheet contains 6 precision-sized circles built to our 3.5-inch center label format.

Download the template, place your artwork, align your printer, and print.

  • High-resolution artwork recommended
  • Keep important text clear of the spindle area
  • Test print on standard paper before using final stock

Designed for DIY printing and application with predictable alignment.

Lyric Sheets & Inserts

Lyric Sheets & Inserts

Available in 7″, 10″, and 12″ formats, printed in full color on both sides.

Designed to slip inside a clear outer sleeve, these inserts can function as a lightweight jacket alternative or be used for lyrics, credits, artwork, or promotional material.

Ideal for artists seeking a strong visual presentation without the added bulk or cost of traditional packaging.