Format Unlimited Guide to Disc Duplication versus Replication
Duplication versus Replication for CD and DVD: What's the Difference? At Formats Unlimited we want to ensure our customers understand that the difference in Duplication and Replication is important in determining which process is best for their next project.

There are two ways to make a copy of a CD or DVD. Information can be burned on to a blank CD/DVD-R; this method is called CD/DVD Duplication. Information can also added during the CD/DVD manufacturing process; this method is referred to as CD/DVD Replication.

Understanding the differences is important in determining which process is best for your project. A duplicated CD/DVD is not only created using a different process than a replicated CD/DVD, but the actual final product is also different. After the duplication process is complete, the final product is a CD-R or a DVD-R. Replication stampers for CDs produce CD-ROMs. (ROM means Read Only Memory). The final product in the DVD replication process is a DVD-5, DVD-9, DVD-10, or DVD-18.

Disc Duplication is similar to burning a CD/DVD on your personal computer. A CD/DVD duplicator extracts data from the master disc and writes it to a blank disc. The difference between burning multiple CD/DVD-Rs at a duplication facility and burning one on your computer desktop is that the duplication facility burns hundreds at a time on towers that are linked together. Each tower contains several CD/DVD trays so that many copies can be created simultaneously. After all the data has been written unto the blank CD/DVD-R, the information is verified with the master, and the process is complete.

Disc Replicates, on the other hand, are created during the manufacturing process. In other words, media like a CD/DVD-R does not exist before the process starts. Before the replication process gets underway, the client master is painstakingly evaluated for data corruption. Then, a glass master containing relevant data from client supplied master is created. Replication begins when a flawless glass master is assured. The glass master is used to develop a stamper. The stamper, in turn, is loaded into an Injection Molding machine that creates CD/DVD replicates. The quality of CD replication hinges upon the quality of the glass master's data. Through each successive step, quality and accuracy is consistently monitored to insure each disc is an exact replica or clone of the original. A layer of micro-thin aluminum is applied to the polycarbonate disc. It is then lacquered for additional protection and printed before packaging.

Next month we will cover the Advantages and Disadvantages of the Duplication and Replication Processes.

To reach us by phone, make sure to call us at 800 645 8461 ext 206. Our friendly and knowledgeable sales staff will be happy to talk to you regarding any concerns or questions you have regarding your quote for your next project.

As always, we offer quality DVD CD Duplication and Replication at low rates and with quick turn-around times. We staff a dedicated sales support team, graphic design artists and maintain an expansive line of duplication, replication and printing equipment to handle all your media requests.

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Formats Unlimited Has The Replication Services You Need
Formats Unlimited Replication Services is the way to go for your next high volume, professional quality job.

What is Replication?
With Replication we use an injected molded manufacturing process in which your CD’s or DVD’s are professionally manufactured from raw plastic granules, which are melted down and molded into the shape of the disc. Your content is “STAMPED” or “PRESSED” into the disc making EXACT duplicates of your master.



Advantages of Replication?
This is the clear choice for retail quality, professionally packaged CD’s or DVD’s for those requiring thousands of copies. Replication has many benefits, including accuracy, quality, quantity, and packaging. The larger the order the better the price break, and prices will vary. Artwork and other packaging requirements will also affect price. Please check with us for turn around times.

Why Choose Formats Unlimited?
Our Disc Replication Manufacturing is housed in our 20,000 square foot facility, where we also have the capability to handle distribution, packaging, fulfillment, as well as manual and document printing. Master, pre-mastering and complete CD ROM and DVD ROM manufacturing services done the RIGHT WAY!

Please contact Formats Unlimited by calling our dedicated sales team, at 800 645 8461 ext 206. Make sure to use our convenient Rapid Response Quote Form on our site, where you can easily request a quote for your next replication job.

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- posted by MF Digital Marketing @ 12:39 PM

 
Holiday Reminder: we Provide Customized Services for all your Media Needs
A holiday reminder to you, that as well as offering fast and quality CD DVD Duplication Services Nationwide, we also provide a comprehensive list of other services for all your media needs.

Need 100 or 5,000 or 50,000 discs right away? Need short-run CD Duplication with printing and jewel case inserts? Need DVD Duplication with multi-disc set packaging? Customized media duplication such as USB or Zip? Mastering and Authoring? Bar Coding? We can do it all and more.

Sampling of Customized Services we offer:
- CD and DVD Duplication
- Disc Replication
- USB, SD and Zip Media Duplication
- Pre-Mastering
- Mastering and Authoring
- CD and DVD Printing
- Silk Screening
- Documentation Printing
- Disc Packaging and Fulfillment
- Bar Coding
- and more... just ask us.

PROFESSIONAL - We offer quality DVD CD Duplication and Replication at low rates and with quick turn-around times. We staff a dedicated sales support team, graphic design artists and maintain an expansive line of duplication, replication and printing equipment to handle all your media requests.

FAST - Shipping services available for overnight delivery of your master to our facility. Not fast enough? FTP service is available too.We can ship your order anywhere in the country via two-day freight. We offer the fastest turn times in this industry, so please give us a try.

For your next duplication project please do not hesitate to call us at 800 645 8461 ext 206 or Click Here to request a Rapid Response Quote Online.

Sincerely,

The Helpful Staff at Formats Unlimited

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- posted by MF Digital Marketing @ 11:29 AM

 
A Holiday Thanks and a Special Offer from Formats Unlimited

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MF Digital Duplication and Replication Services
Whether you have DVD duplication needs in Los Angeles or CD Duplication needs in Atlanta, MF Digital can help. Our professional staff has years of experience in the duplication and replication service industry.

Our work flow techniques allow for minimal day turn-around time for any CD or DVD duplication job, regardless of size.

Contact Jim McAllister for your duplication and replication needs.

Contact Jim McAllister
MF Digital Duplication & Replication Services
Office 719-637-7585
jimm@mfdigital.com
AIM: mfdigital07

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- posted by MF Digital Marketing @ 10:19 AM