Diamond-Cut Dubplates
High quality single and small-quantity vinyl mastering and dubplate cutting services in Devon, UK. Our diamond cut dubplates are high fidelity and as durable as factory pressed vinyl + we ship worldwide!
Welcome to cutdubs.com
We offer high quality vinyl mastering and dubplate cutting services. Our diamond cut dubplates are high fidelity and as durable as factory pressed vinyl.
What We Do
With more than a decade working with vinyl, music production, engineering, mixing and mastering we are able to offer high quality one-off and limited edition custom hand-cut poly-vinyl records for DJs, selectors, collectors, limited edition releases or even as a unique gift.
How We Do It
Using high-end equipment and software we master audio recordings specifically for vinyl, using a lathe we then cut the audio to durable poly-vinyl using a diamond in realtime, one-by-one. We can cut to 7″, 8″, 10″ and 12″, one-sided, both sides or multiple tracks. Finally we sleeve the dubplates, package them in high-quality mailers and ship worldwide!
What's a Dubplate?
A one-off or limited edition vinyl record featuring exclusive music, remixes, versions or dub mixes. Unlike traditional pressed records, dubplates are hand-cut one-by-one in real time using a lathe. We cut one-off dubs and limited edition batches of up to 100 copies, contact us for more info.
Why cut a Dubplate?
- DJ / Selector - to be played in clubs, parties and festivals
- Home Listening - for vinyl addicts
- Resale - offer limited edition releases of your music to your fans
- Bespoke Gift - offer your loved one a unique gift, from home-made music to spoken word and poetry.
FORMATS & PRICING
Pricing includes professional mastering for vinyl and white paper inner sleeve. We can cut your music onto 7″, 8″, 10″ or 12″ durable vinyl, as a single track, multiple tracks, and on either one side or both sides of the record. The larger the record, and slower the playback speed, the more audio we can fit onto the record. Records cut at 45 RPM with a shorter track length will generally sound louder and clearer. Please read our audio requirements carefully before making an order.
7"
1 SIDE / 2 SIDES
7"
- £12 (1 SIDE)
- £18 (2 SIDES)
- 45RPM
- MAX LENGTH:
- 4 MIN PER SIDE
8"
1 SIDE / 2 SIDES
8"
- £14 (1 SIDE)
- £20 (2 SIDES)
- 45RPM
- MAX LENGTH:
- 5 MIN PER SIDE
10"
1 SIDE / 2 SIDES
10"
- £15 (1 SIDE)
- £25 (2 SIDES)
- 45 or 33RPM
- MAX LENGTH:
- 7 - 10 MIN PS
12"
1 SIDE / 2 SIDES
12"
- £20 (1 SIDE)
- £35 (2 SIDES)
- 45 or 33RPM
- MAX LENGTH:
- 9 - 15 MIN PS
| Format | 1-9 Copies | 10-19 Copies | 20-49 Copies | 50+ Copies |
| 7” (One Side) | £12 | £10.80 | £9.60 | £7.80 |
| 7” (Two Sides) | £18 | £16.20 | £14.40 | £11.70 |
| 8” (One Side) | £14 | £12.60 | £11.20 | £9.10 |
| 8” (Two Sides) | £20 | £18.00 | £16.00 | £13.00 |
| 10” (One Side) | £15 | £13.50 | £12.00 | £9.75 |
| 10” (Two Sides) | £25 | £22.50 | £20.00 | £16.25 |
| 12” (One Side) | £20 | £18.00 | £16.00 | £13.00 |
| 12” (Two Sides) | £35 | £31.50 | £28.00 | £22.75 |
| * Prices include vinyl mastering, white paper sleeve, 1 mix per side. + £5 for additional mixes |
Our dubplates include mastering and are available in black or transparent polyvinyl, with white paper sleeves, without labels or with plain white labels at no extra cost. For sleeve and label printing please contact us for more information.
2023 UPDATE: We can now print custom labels: £0.25 per label (black & white) | £0.50 per label (full colour)
We can usually cut your dubplate within a week, for urgent orders please contact us.
Shipping is based on weight & location. We ship worldwide, using high quality packaging and reliable courier services.
You must have the rights or permission to cut music to vinyl, Cut Dubs cannot be held responsible for copyright infringement.
WE OFFER BIG DISCOUNT FOR LARGER QUANTITIES
PERFECT FOR LIMITED EDITION RELEASES VIA BANDS AND INDEPENDENT LABELS
PLEASE REFER TO THE PRICING TABLE OR CONTACT US FOR A FREE QUOTE
(Maximum x 200 copies)
Complete the form below, click submit and we'll let you know exactly how much it'll cost and how long it'll take for your dubs to reach you!
Audio Requirements
In order for us to cut your dubs to the best possible standard it’s crucial you study carefully the audio requirements before ordering.
Format
Please supply your audio to us as 16 bit, 44.1kHz wav or higher. We do not accept MP3s.
Audio Length
Try not to exceed our maximum recommended playing lengths per side, longer playing times will cause a dramatic decrease in level and dynamics and surface noise will be more audible. Our maximum recommended playing lengths are guidelines only, a few seconds here or there will not cause a problem. Please contact us if you are unsure.
Limiting
Its best not to limit tracks before sending them to us, if tracks have already been limited, we can still cut them, but for the best cut we ask for your audio pre-limited.
Bass
All bass frequencies below 150 Hz must be centred, otherwise skipping may occur. We recommend you do this during production / mixing, but we can also centre frequencies below 150 Hz during mastering.
Sibilance
Too much sibilance will cause distortion on playback. You should keep this in mind when mixing for optimal results. Additional de-essing during the mastering stage and cutting process may be possible.
Clipping
Do not clip / brick wall waveforms. This is ok for digital mastering but will translate to distortion when cut to vinyl.
High Frequencies
Avoid excessive high frequencies. Frequencies above 15 kHz cause distortion. Avoid boosting frequencies above 10 kHz.
Sequencing
Note that due to the limitations of vinyl, by the time the needle reaches the inside of the record frequency response is down ‐3db at 15 kHz. Therefore when track-listing for longer records (multi-track LPs) it is best to put quiet songs last.
Testimonials
Don't take our word for it, here's what others have to say about our dubs!
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If you listen to our release history you will notice that we care a lot about sound and quality, that’s why we work with cutdubs! If you follow the audio requirements carefully cutdubs will cut you a wicked sounding dub that will stand the test of time.
Alpha Steppa
Steppas Records
I’m Rebel Samurai, Lo-Ends head, in 2018 me and Alpha Steppa set up a dub cutting studio here in London and I’ve been cutting dubs since. We’ve both been working with vinyl, production, mixing and distribution for over a decade now. We love vinyl and have very high standards therefore strive to make sure we cut our dubs to the best possible standard.
Lo-Ends Recordings
Brilliant service. Cut Dubs provide strictly the highest quality in all aspects of their work. They’re passionate about what they do and will work with you to achieve the perfect product; With a genuine care for the outcome.
Yaksha Sounds
Smashed it! Great cut. Great quality. Give thanks for your support!!!
Sion Hifi Soundsystem
I really like your work because it’s really dynamic, I don’t have to turn up the gain on the mixer, good job!
Dubapest Hifi
After getting numerous runs of cuts from Cutdubs I can safely say I am more than happy with the quality and service. After listening to the cuts side by side with vinyl they are great, and alongside cuts from other lathes, even greater!
Shaolin Sound
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For more info or to place an order use our order form or e-mail dubs@cutdubs.com
We take serious pride in our dubs so if you’re not happy we’ll cut again!
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