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Discover how a signed UK musician ended up building one of independent music's most innovative vinyl pressing plants. In this episode of the Fidelity Exchange podcast, Drew Baird, P.E., sits down with Michael Thomas, founder of Echo Base in Athens, Georgia, to trace his path from touring in English bands to running a sustainable pressing operation built on electric closers and steam infrastructure. Michael walks through the entire record-making process, from lacquer cutting and electroplating to stampers and test pressings, while busting common myths about record weight, colored vinyl, and plastic quality. The conversation also covers Echo Base's plant-based vinyl compound investment, its growing Athens art district, and what's really fueling vinyl's ongoing resurgence.

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Season 2 of UNSUNG continues with acclaimed mastering engineer Piper Payne, who joins hosts Mirek Stiles and Matt Soczywko for a fascinating conversation about mastering, vinyl, and the craft of making great records.

Based in Nashville, Piper has mastered albums for independent artists and major labels alike, while also founding Physical Music Products, one of the industry's most innovative vinyl pressing plants. Together they discuss mastering philosophy, the resurgence of vinyl, building a pressing plant during the pandemic, and why physical media has become a vital lifeline for independent artists.

The conversation also explores analogue vs digital workflows, communication between artists and engineers, preserving specialist knowledge, and why mastering is as much about serving the music as it is technical precision.

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00:00 The art and economics of vinyl records.
00:48 Building a record plant in the middle of a pandemic.
03:29 Why I left Electrical Engineering for Audio Mastering.
06:55 Fixing the deficit in vinyl quality control.
08:59 Helping Independent Artists recoup their studio costs.
13:58 Why it used to take two years to press a record.
15:11 Debunking the myth of heavyweight vinyl.
17:27 Why colored and clear vinyl actually sound different.
20:22 The "dark arts" and magic of a well-pressed record.
23:07 Active vs. passive listening: The ritual of the LP.
24:41 Finding the "old guys" to save a dying craft.
29:41 From jazz drumming to the mastering chair.
31:00 The moment I realized mastering was my future.
32:35 Learning from icons like Mandy Parnell and Darcy Proper.
35:32 Why cutting a record is a handshake with the artist.
39:26 Passing on 10,000 hours of knowledge to the next generation.
42:07 Moving from the Bay Area to Nashville.
44:03 Navigating studio ego and the game of "telephone".
47:44 The pros and cons of remote vs. attended sessions.
50:16 My hybrid gear chain: From Api to Rupert Neve.
51:57 Why modern mixes are "kissing the top" too hard.
55:08 The "poop joke" guide to cleaning up your low end.
56:49 A litmus test for mix engineers.
59:41 Using your ears instead of watching a waterfall.
1:02:01 Why I prefer watching meters dance to looking at an RTA.
1:03:53 Falling into Reaper after a Sonic Studio breakdown.
1:07:50 Quickfire: Cheeseburgers and PMC Monitors
1:08:43 My wife’s collection of 14 tape machines.
1:09:26 Mastering on the road with Audeze Headphones.
1:10:31 Being a night owl in an early-morning town.

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How a Vinyl Record Is Actually Made | From Audio Master to Finished Disc

Have you ever wondered how a vinyl record is actually made?

Most people know that records are "pressed," but few understand everything that happens before a finished LP reaches a record store. From vinyl mastering and lacquer cutting to electroplating, stamper production, pressing, quality control, printing, and final assembly, a single record passes through an incredibly detailed manufacturing process involving multiple facilities and dozens of skilled professionals.

In Episode 2 of **The Record Business**, Dustin Blocker—Co-Founder of Hand Drawn Records, Co-Founder of Hand Drawn Pressing, and President of the Vinyl Record Manufacturers Association (VRMA)—takes you inside the complete manufacturing journey of a vinyl record. Drawing on years of experience in the industry, Dustin explains each step in plain English and separates common myths from reality.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How music is mastered specifically for vinyl
• What a lacquer is and how it's cut
• How father, mother, and stamper metal parts are created
• Why electroplating is essential to vinyl manufacturing
• How vinyl pellets become a record puck
• How a hydraulic record press actually works
• The role of cooling, trimming, and quality control

Whether you're a music fan, vinyl collector, independent artist, record label, audio engineer, or simply curious about how physical music is made, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at one of the world's most fascinating manufacturing processes.

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Upcoming episodes include:
• Why It Takes Months to Press a Vinyl Record
• The Business of Record Store Day
• Colored Vinyl vs. Black Vinyl
• How Record Labels Actually Make Money
• What Happens When a Record Goes Wrong?

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Why do vinyl records cost $30, $40, or even $50 when the same music is available on streaming services for a fraction of the price?

In this first episode of The Record Business, Dustin Blocker—co-founder of Hand Drawn Records, co-founder of Hand Drawn Pressing, and President of the Vinyl Record Manufacturers Association—breaks down the real costs behind modern vinyl records.

From manufacturing and packaging to freight, warehousing, distribution, retail margins, and inventory risk, we'll follow the money and explore why physical music products cost what they do.

We'll also look at why buying directly from independent artists can make a difference and how the economics of vinyl differ from streaming and digital music.

Whether you're a record collector, musician, record label owner, music fan, or simply curious about how physical products get made, this episode provides an inside look at the business behind the music.

In this episode:
• Why vinyl records seem expensive
• Historical record prices and inflation
• Vinyl manufacturing costs
• Packaging and printing expenses
• Freight and supply chain challenges
• Inventory risk for record labels
• Retail pricing and distribution
• Independent artist direct-to-fan sales

The Record Business is a documentary-style series exploring the world of vinyl records, record labels, manufacturing, collecting, live events, and the economics of physical music.

Subscribe for future episodes covering:
• How a Vinyl Record Is Actually Made
• Why It Takes Months to Press a Record
• The Business of Record Store Day
• How Independent Record Labels Survive
• The Hidden Economics of Music Festivals
• What Makes a Record Valuable?
• Inside the Supply Chain of Vinyl Records
• Why Pressing Plants Get Backlogged
• How Merch Became Bigger Than Music
• The Future of Physical Music

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Join us on this special episode of The Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion as we take you inside the Making Vinyl Conference in Washington, DC, one of the most important gatherings in the global vinyl record industry.

Fresh from the conference floor, we'll share firsthand insights from conversations with vinyl industry leaders, record label executives, pressing plant operators, equipment manufacturers, mastering engineers, packaging specialists, distributors, and other key players shaping the future of records worldwide.

What is the current state of the vinyl resurgence? Is demand still growing? What challenges and opportunities lie ahead for record collectors, audiophiles, independent labels, and pressing plants? We'll discuss the major topics, trends, innovations, and concerns that dominated this year's event and reveal the overall mood and outlook of the industry's movers and shakers from around the globe.

Whether you're a passionate vinyl collector, audiophile, record store owner, music industry professional, or simply curious about the future of physical media, this livestream offers an inside look at the conversations influencing the next chapter of vinyl records.

Topics include:
• Vinyl record industry trends and growth
• Record pressing capacity and production updates
• New vinyl manufacturing technologies
• Audiophile and premium vinyl releases
• Supply chain and distribution challenges
• Independent labels and artist opportunities
• Sustainability initiatives in vinyl production
• The future of vinyl records and physical media

Be sure to join the live chat and share your thoughts on where you see the vinyl industry heading next!

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Step inside the world of high-end vinyl mastering with Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion as we take you inside Infrasonic Sound for an exclusive look at the remarkable installation and setup of the legendary Neumann VMS-80 lacquer cutting lathe. This rare behind-the-scenes tour explores one of the most sophisticated and sought-after vinyl mastering systems ever built — the same class of cutting technology trusted by elite mastering studios around the world for producing audiophile-quality vinyl records.

In this video, you’ll discover the incredible engineering behind the Neumann VMS-80, the challenges involved in transporting and calibrating such a precision machine, and why lacquer cutting remains one of the most specialized crafts in modern audio production. From the cutting head and groove-spacing computer to the meticulous setup process required for accurate vinyl mastering, this episode is packed with insights for vinyl collectors, mastering engineers, audiophiles, and music production enthusiasts alike.

The Neumann VMS-80 is widely regarded as one of the pinnacle achievements in analog disc mastering technology, prized for its automation systems, precision groove control, and ability to produce world-class lacquer masters for vinyl pressing.

If you love vinyl records, mastering studios, analog audio gear, record pressing, lacquer cutting, or the history of professional recording technology, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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This video explains the difference between lacquers and acetates for those who don't know, and then you'll hear a 20+ year old 45rpm lacquer of what was supposed to be side 3 of "Tommy" but was never released.

it's been played dozens of times around the world. There's been no editing, or fixing noise and/or pops and clicks. Just a straight 96/24 transfer.

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Created by Acoustic Sounds founder, CEO and "wizard of vinyl" Chad Kassem as the most ambitious analog event he's ever produced -- or been part of -- Vinyl Summit is designed as a four-day immersion into every corner of vinyl culture: audiophile listening, mastering, pressing, collecting, hi-fi innovation, and live music.

In celebration of Acoustic Sounds' 40th Anniversary, the Summit will include unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to its facilities alongside a major record fair, hi-fi showcase, live performances (Taj Mahal, Jimmie Vaughan, Big Muddy Morganfield + more), and panels, demos, and conversations with some of the most influential figures in analog sound like Wilson Audio's Daryl Wilson, Merck Mercuriadis, and more to be announced.

I named it "The Vinyl Summit" and talk with Chad about his history and the excitement surrounding this upcoming event. AND YOU ARE ALL INVITED TO SALINA, KS!

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Take an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Sterling Sound in Nashville, TN, one of the most respected mastering studios in the world, in this must-watch episode from the Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion YouTube channel. Join us as we step inside the studio of renowned mastering engineer Joe Nino-Hernes whose work has shaped an increasing catalog of audiophile and mainstream releases across vinyl and digital formats.

In this in-depth video, we learn of his personal journey into mastering, his approach to preserving musical integrity, and the technical tips and tricks behind cutting high-quality records. Whether you're a vinyl collector, audio engineer, music producer, or passionate music fan, this video offers rare insight into the mastering process at the highest professional level.

From analog tape to lacquer cutting, discover how today’s top engineers blend vintage techniques with modern technology to create exceptional sound. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn directly from one of the industry’s leading experts.

🔊 Topics covered:

The role of mastering in music production
Ryan K. Smith’s career and notable projects
Inside Sterling Sound Nashville
Vinyl mastering and lacquer cutting process
Analog vs digital workflows

Subscribe to Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion for more exclusive audio industry tours, vinyl culture content, and expert interviews.

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0:56 Backstory of Joe Nino-Hernes
4:26 In the Studio with Joe
31:37 Looking In The Groove
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Join me on my recent trip to Nashville attending the Vinyl Record Manufacturers Association (VRMA) events!

Take an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Sterling Sound in Nashville, TN, one of the most respected mastering studios in the world, in this must-watch episode from the Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion YouTube channel. Join us as we step inside the studio of renowned mastering engineer Ryan K. Smith, whose work has shaped countless audiophile and mainstream releases across vinyl and digital formats.

In this in-depth visit, Ryan shares his personal journey into mastering, his approach to preserving musical integrity, and the technical artistry behind cutting high-quality records. Whether you're a vinyl collector, audio engineer, music producer, or passionate music fan, this video offers rare insight into the mastering process at the highest professional level.

From analog tape to lacquer cutting, discover how today’s top engineers blend vintage techniques with modern technology to create exceptional sound. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn directly from one of the industry’s leading experts.

🔊 Topics covered:

-The role of mastering in music production
-Ryan K. Smith’s career and notable projects
-Inside Sterling Sound Nashville
-Vinyl mastering and lacquer cutting process

Subscribe to Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion for more exclusive audio industry tours, vinyl culture content, and expert interviews.

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At its peak, this factory pressed nearly 20 million vinyl records a year.
The Beatles. Pink Floyd. Queen.
The sound of an entire century — all flowing out of one place in West London.
This is the story of the EMI pressing plant at Hayes — once the beating heart of Britain’s music empire. A place where technology, artistry, and industry collided to shape how the world listened to music.
But empires don’t fall overnight.
From the birth of recorded sound in the late 19th century… to the rise of vinyl, the explosion of Beatlemania, and the golden age of British music… this factory stood at the centre of it all.
Until it didn’t.
A corporate takeover.
A technological shift.
And one catastrophic financial gamble.
This is the untold story of how Britain’s vinyl empire disappeared — not with a bang, but in silence.
And how, against all odds… the machines began to turn again.
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Jeffrey Smith, Senior Vice President, Sales & Marketing with Alliance Authentic dropped by the channel to talk about his company's new encapsulated records, the story behind the project, the target audience, and what's next.
Learn more -- https://marketplace.allianceauthentic.com

[00:00] Intro

[00:34] Guest Introduction: Jeffrey Smith (Alliance Authentic)

[01:15] The Launch of Alliance Authentic & The Collector Market

[02:23] Comparing Vinyl Encapsulation to Comics and Sports Cards

[03:28] What is the Alliance Authentic Series?

[04:01] Preservation as a Piece of History: The Nirvana Example

[05:22] NFC Chips

[06:58] How to Register and Claim Ownership of a Record

[07:28] The Peer-to-Peer Marketplace and Chain of Ownership

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Also include a bit about yourself (name, age, where you live, how long you have been collecting), a bit about your gear, and information about your room (where in your home it is located, how you put it together, special considerations, cool features, etc.).

I will do my best to get as many rooms as possible on future episodes; however, please note I do get more submissions than I have time to show. All types of music rooms welcome. Thanks!
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About Channel33rpm
Your channel for vinyl, gear and more. I try to put the fun back in record collecting.
About me
My goal is to inspire you to grow your music collection, improve your listening experience, discover new music, and support artists (and have fun while doing it).
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MUSIC CREDITS
Pentagram by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Artist: http://audionautix.com/
Rocker Chicks by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Artist: http://audionautix.com/
Rocker by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
Artist: http://audionautix.com/
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A Documentary film exploring the history and evolution of vinyl records. Featuring Interviews with the experts, musicians and fans alike, 'Stuck in the groove' takes you on a journey of vinyl-mania, music and nostalgia.

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This film is brought to you by Clearaudio:
http://www.clearaudio.de

Video Credits
🎥 Created by Jana Dagdagan
🌮 Graphics by Robert Sliger (HebegebeStudio)

This documentary explores the inner workings of Impex Records and the craft behind their high-end audiophile vinyl records. Filmed across key locations in the record production chain—including Bernie Grundman Mastering, Record Technology Inc., Fidelity Record Pressing, and Stoughton Printing Co.— this video follows the full journey of an Impex record from title selection to mastering, plating, pressing, and packaging. Featuring Al Di Meola, Patricia Barber, and founder/producer Abey Fonn, this is a rare look inside my favorite boutique audiophile label!
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🎸 Learn more about the Clearaudio Celebrity 'Al Di Meola' Edition Turntable: https://www.clearaudio.de/en/products/turntables-celebrity_al_di_meola.php

📺 I visited Clearaudio's HQ in Germany and made a video on their MC cartridge production: https://youtu.be/UlU-BdSgi-I

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Discount on Elusive Disc:

Use code JANA20 to save 20% on Impex Records from Elusive Disc for the first 2 months this video is live. https://elusivedisc.com/

*This is NOT an affiliate link. I just wanted to be able to share something with everyone. 💖
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📺 Timestamps
0:00 Intro (feat. Al Di Meola!)
0:57 Introducing Abey Fonn
01:42 Title Selection
02:49 Mastering (feat. Bernie Grundman & Chris Bellman)
06:20 Cutting Test Lacquers
08:10 Before Impex Record (Cisco Music background)
10:47 Record Plating – Record Technology, Inc. (feat. Dorin Sauerbier)
15:31 From Cisco Music to Impex Records
17:56 Graphic Design (feat. Robert Sliger)
21:46 Printing – Stoughton Printing Co (feat. Rob Maushund)
22:41 Press Check Day! (Dan Fogelberg 'Souvenirs')
30:11 Patricia Barber
31:40 Record Pressing – Fidelity Record Pressing (feat. Edward Hashimoto)
33:22 Quality Check – Fidelity Record Pressing (feat. Rick Hashimoto)
36:04 Record Sleeving & Packaging – Fidelity Record Pressing
36:41 Conclusion
39:39 Jana – Clearaudio Segment
41:00 Video Credits

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🎵 Select copyrighted music used in this documentary was licensed from Lickd: https://lickd.co

- A Man & A Woman by Patricia Barber, https://t.lickd.co/l/lDrPOljQ4Xj
- Bye Bye Blackbird by Patricia Barber, https://t.lickd.co/l/5jRq3g95QqL
- Um Abraço No Bonfa by Stan Getz, João Gilberto, https://t.lickd.co/l/plnYAkzQnVR
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🙂 Say Hello
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Get exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to the world of vinyl manufacturing in this in-depth interview with Bryan Ekus — VRMA Board Member and President of Making Vinyl. In this conversation, Bryan shares the mission driving the Vinyl Record Manufacturers Association (VRMA) and the global Making Vinyl conference series, offering rare insight into the resurgence and future of vinyl production.

Discover how VRMA is supporting record manufacturers, fostering innovation, and strengthening the vinyl supply chain, while Making Vinyl continues to unite industry leaders, engineers, and music professionals from around the world. Bryan also previews upcoming events, what attendees can expect, and why these gatherings are essential for anyone serious about vinyl records.

This channel goes beyond the surface — bringing you unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to these events, including exclusive interviews, factory insights, panel highlights, and insider perspectives you won’t find anywhere else.

If you're passionate about vinyl records, audio quality, pressing technology, or the business of music, this is a must-watch.

🔔 Subscribe for exclusive coverage, event access, and deep dives into the vinyl record industry.

#MakingVinyl #VRMA #VinylRecords #RecordPressing #Audiophile #MusicIndustry #vinylcommunity

0:00 My Introduction
3:39 Interview
27:00 Final Thoughts

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How Millions of Vinyl Records Are Made Inside Massive Record Pressing Factory

Did you know that millions of vinyl records are produced every year — preserving music in a format that stores sound entirely through physical grooves? What appears to be a simple black disc is actually the result of precise audio engineering, specialized mastering techniques, and carefully controlled manufacturing processes designed to capture microscopic sound waves on a rotating surface.

In this documentary, The Factoran takes you inside record pressing plants where audio masters are cut into lacquer discs using precision lathes, transformed into metal stampers through silvering and electroforming, and pressed into heated polyvinyl chloride under high pressure to form the final record. Watch how mastering engineers, electroplating systems, and automated pressing machines work together to produce thousands of vinyl records every day — transforming invisible sound into a physical medium that can spin on turntables around the world.

0:00 Introduction
2:01 Audio Mastering and Lacquer Cutting
6:00 Silvering and Electroforming
8:48 Vinyl Pressing Process
15:07 Conclusion

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Ringrazio ancora Bart per avermi fatto da Cicerone in questo mondo
Inoltre grazie anche ai Batién e Dischi Decenti per aver concesso di far vedere lo sviluppo del loro progetto!

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In this video, I show you exactly how I made real vinyl records on a budget using elasticStage, a modern "vinyl on-demand" service that allows independent artists like myself press physical music with zero minimum orders and no upfront costs.

Finding this absolutely blew my mind and I'm super excited to share it with you! If you’ve ever wanted your music on a record without dealing with pressing plants, long lead times, or huge runs, this full DIY walkthrough breaks down the whole process from uploading your masters to holding the finished record in your hands.

💬 Do you plan on using this to get your music on vinyl? I'd love to hear if this service blew your mind as much as it did mine 🤯

My debut album on vinyl: https://elasticstage.com/lethargicdazeoholic/releases/lethargic-dazeoholic-album

cartoonhead's (my band) double EP on vinyl: https://elasticstage.com/thinammttsg/releases/this-house-is-not-a-morgue-moving-to-the-same-groove-album

Check out elasticStage here: https://elasticstage.com

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