Frequently Asked Questions

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What's the difference between lathe cut and pressed records?

Lathes are used in the first stages of pressing a record. The audio is cut to blank acetate and then this is used to create the stamper.

This stamper is then used to squash a heated puck of polyvinyl into shape and then rapidly cooled, making 100s of records a day.

So the difference is the means of production.

How much time can you fit on each side?

Generally speaking we can fit the times listed below on each side but these are slightly flexible depending on the sonic properties of your mix.

Once we receive your files we'll be able to be more definite.

Approximate recording times. Per side.

7" 45rpm - 4 minutes

10" 45rpm - 8 minutes

10" 33rpm - 12 minutes

12" 45 - 11 minutes

12"33rpm - 18 minutes

Do you master for vinyl?

We do! Prices can be found on the record cutting page.

Do you print sleeves and labels?

We do! We can print both!

Blank labels can also be supplied on printable A4 sheets.

If we can't print what you require we may be able to point you in the right direction.

Do you offer different colour records?

We can offer Black, Transparent and translucent red records all for the same price.

Do you offer picture discs?

We do! Send us an email.

They come in a couple pound more per unit usually.

Do you offer test cuts?

We do! However, it's too costly to offer them for free. We will charge the basic set up fee and other necessary costs (Labour, materials, P+P etc).

If you then decide to go ahead with an order, you won't be charged the set up fee again.

We also offer digital test cuts where we cut your record and rip it back onto the computer. This can speed things up and cut down costs.

What's your turnaround time?

At the moment turnaround is 4 weeks after payment.

How can I pay for my order?

Once we've sent you a quote and you're happy with it, we'll send an invoice to be paid before your project starts.

We accept bank transfer and paypal.

How will my records arrive?

Once they are cut they will be packaged and sent to you insured via courier. You'll receive tracking information once the process begins.

Please note - By sending us your masters we're assuming that you own the copyright.

We cannot cut copyrighted music.

If you have any more questions you can e-mail us at

loosehairlathecuts@gmail.com