Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some answers to a few questions we get asked, if you still can't find your answer then feel free to contact us and we will help you out.
How Sustainable is Suitcase Records?
Suitcase Records is a privately owned small business that focuses on providing the highest possible quality of vinyl records combined with proactive social and environmental practices.
The following details our commitment to sustainability.
What is your project turnaround time?
Our turnaround time is approximately 8 weeks. This timing time starts once we have : payment of deposit invoice, collection of all assets, and sign off on all required assets (digital proofs, etc). If complete submission of assets is not possible, a partial submission of assets may help to reduce the overall turnaround time, however the completion date may remain ambiguous until all assets are received and signed off on.
*(Christmas/New Year break excluded)
What is the minimum order quantity?
Our minimum order quantity is 100 units (records).
Can you press vinyl in all sizes? (12"/10"/7")
At this stage, we can only press 12" vinyl, however we hope to offer 7" and 10" vinyl in the future!
What is RPM?
RPM stands for Revolutions Per Minute, and is an abbreviation used to refer to the speed a record spins around! The two most common RPM speeds are 33rpm and 45rpm. If you're unsure which you'd like to choose for your record, we'd recommend speaking with your audio engineer for advice, or giving us a call on ...
What is a scribe/cat no?
A Scribe or Catalogue Number (Cat No.) is a short code decided by you, which will be etched into the lead out area of the album and used to identify your stampers during the pressing stage.
Many customers use this code across their product (such as on the spine of the jacket art).You can see more about this here
What is a Centre Label?
A Centre Label is the artwork stamped into the centre of your vinyl. Centre Labels can be used to detail tracks, side numbers, RPM, or can be purely decorative!
What is an Inner Sleeve?
An inner sleeve is a protective sleeve for your vinyl which goes inside the jacket, and prevents the vinyl from falling out of the jacket on its own. It can also be printed on for that added bit of presentation.
do you offer shrinkwrap?
We do not offer shrinkwrap as it is a single-use plastic, however we can offer reusable options such as our resealable polybags and plastic outer sleeves.
What is a test pressings?
A test pressing is a limited edition run produced to test the quality of the product. By the time a test press is produced, the music has gone through a series of steps (including mastering, lacquering, electroplating and stamper production) and the test press checks that no errors have been produced at any stage.
Can I split my vinyl run into different colours?
Yes you can. The minimum production run per colour is 100. Additional fees apply for split productions.
Can I split up my order and have it delivered to different addresses?
Yes, we can arrange delivery to several different delivery points. Additional fees may apply and can be supplied on request.
Do you offer international shipping?
Yes, we do! Talk to us for more details.
What do I need to place an order?
To place an order, we’ll need your mastered audio files, completed artwork, and a 70% deposit payment.
