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Are you an indie musician who needs a few CDs for promotion and publicity? Or are you an entrepreneur who wants to test his marketing strategy on a smaller scale? Don't be too intimidated to ask CD manufacturing companies for their services. Trust me-they're more than willing to help! Most CD Manufacturing companies offer short run CD duplication for those who only need a few CDs. Most companies that offer short run CD duplication will manufacture CDs as few as 100 (or even 50!) units and they get it done really fast. No need to wait for 2 weeks for your CDs! Short run CD duplication, given that all requirement are correct and complete, usually just takes 2-3 days. Short run CD duplication is very convenient if you have a small budget and if you have a tight schedule.
But wait a minuteWhy let a manufacturing company do short run CD duplication when you can just do it at home? Yes, I hear you! With the advancement of technology, burners and printers are getting cheaper and cheaper everyday. And when it comes to technical know-how, there's nothing that can't be learned from Google, right? Oh thank God for computers!
But before you start searching online for DIY CD manufacturing tips, let me just tell you some of the reasons why I prefer CD duplication companies.
Let's start with the quality. Short run CD duplication companies have bigger, better, and more sophisticated equipment. Although you only need a few CDs, it doesn't mean your project will be treated cheaply. Short run CD duplication undergoes the same process as the regular CD duplication (1,000 or more copies)- same equipment, same quality of service, same everything. The only difference is that it might be faster because the machines will produce lesser number of copies. I said might' because there are still some instances wherein there would be issues with your data, album artwork, etc.
Another good thing is that you need not worry about the artwork that much anymore as when you DIY. If you are a first-timer who has lots of time and who wants to experiment, then by all means-edit and print at home. But I warn you that if you have no software skills and you know nothing about design, it would not be an easy feat. It may be fulfilling, but it is not easy and definitely not fast. Most short Run CD duplication companies have a team of graphic designer who can assist you with the artwork. These guys know the rules and templates of CD artwork so you need not worry a bit.
If you are serious about your music/business, and you have tight deadlines to beat, Short run CD duplication is the right choice.
If you want to know more about CD duplication, simply visit our website to read more tips about CD manufacturing, packaging, and distribution. You can also chat with our friendly customer support team if you have specific questions about our short run CD duplication service. Unified Manufacturing has been around for 10 years and has clients such as Sony, Atlas Films, and the Obama Campaign among others. For direct consultation, don't hesitate to contact James at James@unifiedmanufacturing.com
