CD Replication Service


I Need Media (the service website for Riviera Multimedia Ltd) offer a start to finish professional CD Replication service where we will work with you from the concept of your project (including CD Authoring) to the finished article.

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A dedicated account manager will be allocated to each client to ensure your project runs smoothly every step of the way.We will work closely with you to create the product and packaging that you require. Our lead time for CD Replication is usually 10 - 14 working days - (lead time is calculated from approval of all artwork) but if you have a rush job we will work with you to achieve your targeted schedule. Please call us to discuss any requirements you may have.
Telephone: 01226 730606

CD Replication is done via the process of glass mastering and stamping. This is in contrast to CDDuplication where burning technology is used to create smaller quantity runs. CD & DVD replication is done for quantities above 500

Why Choose CD Replication ?

Many people use the terms CD Duplication and CD Replication interchangeably. However, they are actually two different processes. Both are similar in that they are used to put data, video or audio onto a CD or DVD but that is where the silimarities end. CD Replication is used for runs of 500 and over.

With CD Replication we use the sub-master (cd-r or dvd-r) to create a glass master which in turn allows a set of stampers to be made. Injection-molding makes exact clones of the master, using the stampers. A coat of reflective aluminum is added then sealed with a protective coat of lacquer hardened by ultraviolet light. After this the discs we send the discs through another process for the disc label to be added.

A process called offset printing is used which produces the highest quality print for replicated discs.Offset printing is 175 lines per inch (vs. 85-135 lines per inch for silkscreen). The more lines per inch the better the quality.

Because offset printing uses plates and rollers to transfer the ink to the CD or DVD surface, the coverage is smooth and even (there are no "screen marks" on the CD surface)

Audio, data and video sub masters need to be written in DISK-AT-ONCE MODE (DAO). All sub masters must be checked for errors / glitches.