GETTING STARTED

  • To begin production, we require:

    • Final audio files

    • Final artwork files

    • Completed project form, including track sequencing and Side A / Side B designation

    Your project will not enter production until all required materials have been received and approved.

    Learn more: [Order Guide]

  • Yes. You can place an order at any time, but your project will remain in an Awaiting Assets state until all required materials are submitted.

    Production timing does not begin until everything is received and approved.

  • Once all materials have been received, your project moves through the following stages:

    Audio Engineering & Mastering → Client Audio Approval → Cutting → Plating → Optional Test Pressing → Production Pressing → Packaging → Shipping

    Learn more: [How Vinyl Records Are Made]

  • Audio Upload: [LINK]

    Artwork Templates & Uploads: [LINK]

    Project Forms & Track Sequencing: [LINK]

PRODUCTION & TIMELINES

  • Most projects take approximately 6–8 weeks once all materials have been received and approved.

    Specialty vinyl, custom packaging, fulfillment services, or optional test pressings may extend timelines.

  • We do not offer guaranteed rush production.

    If you're working toward a specific release date, contact us before ordering and we'll discuss what's realistic.

  • Usually, no.

    We provide digital audio approval before cutting and perform quality control throughout production.

    Skipping a test pressing can reduce production time.

  • A test pressing is a physical sample used to review playback before full production.

    It includes:

    • Black vinyl only

    • Object Permanence center labels

    • No final artwork or packaging

    Pricing:

    • 100–500 units: $150

    • 501+ units: $100

  • Yes, but changes at that stage require restarting portions of production.

    This may require:

    • New lacquer cutting

    • New stamper creation

    • Additional mastering work

    Additional costs and timeline extensions will apply.

AUDIO & ARTWORK

  • No.

    Streaming and vinyl are different formats with different technical requirements.

    Vinyl mastering takes into account groove spacing, stereo width, frequency balance, and dynamics to ensure proper playback.

    Learn more: [Vinyl Mastering Guide]

  • Yes.

    You'll receive a digital audio approval after mastering and before cutting.

    This is your opportunity to confirm:

    • Track order

    • Side sequencing

    • Song transitions

    • Beginning and end points

  • Audio: [SPEC LINK]

    Artwork: [SPEC LINK]

    Artwork Templates: [LINK]

  • Yes.

    Every project is reviewed before production begins. If adjustments are needed, we'll let you know before moving forward.

  • Yes.

    We offer vinyl audio preparation, artwork review, packaging guidance, and additional production support where needed.

REPRESSING

  • Yes. This is called a repress.

  • Stampers are typically stored for up to 18 months from your most recent pressing.

    We do not store stampers indefinitely.

  • If you anticipate future represses, we recommend considering additional stampers during your initial production run.

    A stamper typically produces up to approximately 1,000 records before wear begins to affect quality, though some projects may require additional stampers sooner depending on the audio program, vinyl formulation, and quality standards of the release.

    For larger runs, we often recommend:

    • 1 stamper for runs up to approximately 500 records

    • 2 stampers for runs approaching or exceeding 1,000 records

    Ordering additional stampers during the initial production process can:

    • Reduce future setup costs

    • Simplify represses

    • Help maintain consistency between production runs

    • Minimize the need for new cutting and plating work later

    Learn more: [Repressing Guide]

  • No.

    Stampers are created for specific production systems and presses. We cannot verify storage conditions, compatibility, or wear history for externally supplied stampers.

SHIPPING & SUPPORT

  • Contact us within 120 business days at hello@objectperm.com.

    We'll review the situation with you and determine the appropriate next steps.

  • Shipping claims must be filed directly with the carrier.

    We'll help by providing documentation, photos, and shipment information as needed.

  • Orders may be cancelled before production begins.

    Once production has started, engineering, cutting, and plating work are non-refundable.

  • Yes.

    By submitting materials, you confirm that you have the legal rights to use all submitted audio, artwork, logos, and other content.

  • No.

    Clients are solely responsible for ensuring they have the necessary rights and permissions for submitted materials.

  • Yes.

    We reserve the right to decline production for any reason, including projects that contain hate speech, promote violence, or infringe on the rights of others.