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Here is Well Made Music’s Dave Polster showing us how to cut a record in 24 seconds! 😉

Interested in getting a project started? Contact Clint Holley at clint@wellmademusic.net or by calling (216) 401-0877. Thanks!

-The Well Made Team
Clint Holley, Dave Polster, and Michael Fanos

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“Our go-to for lacquer cutting!”
-Terry Cole, Co-Owner
Colemine Records/Plaid Room Records
Loveland, OH

Well Made Music - Mastering Studio

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First-Rate Audio Mastering for Vinyl + Digital Formats. Proudly cutting master lacquers, not corners! Est. 2010. Bristol, VA/TN. CJIII, dP, HJH, 🐈 | 🔘
Available for preorder through @craftrecordings : Available for preorder through @craftrecordings : Ray Barretto - Barretto! This newest reissue features AAA lacquers mastered and cut from the original master tapes here at Well Made Music! This album originally came out in 1975 and was nominated for Best Latin Recording at the 18th Annual Grammy Awards! This will be out on May 9, so head over to Craft Recordings and secure a copy! . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording #grammyawards1975 #grammyawards
“Sibilance” refers to the harsh “s” sounds “Sibilance” refers to the harsh “s” sounds on vocals, and it’s critically important to watch out for as an engineer if you know your project will be going to vinyl. Masters that haven’t been properly de-essed can lead to poor performance on the vinyl format and even damage to equipment. Watch this clip of Clint Holley explaining a bit more. . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording
Programmer boxes plug directly into a lathe, and t Programmer boxes plug directly into a lathe, and these communicate the speed and depth response to the lathe. They're a critical component that's often forgotten, but they allow us to alternate between speeds and more. Check out this clip of Clint Holley explaining a bit more about these devices and let us know if you have any questions about the process. . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording
Hanging in one of our mastering rooms, we have fou Hanging in one of our mastering rooms, we have four certificates for some of the Grammy Award Winning albums we've worked on. Pictured here are: Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway - Crooked Tree (Best Bluegrass Album 2023) Bobby Rush - Porcupine Meat (Best Traditional Blues Album 2017) Billy Strings - Home (Best Bluegrass Album 2021) Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway - City of Gold (Best Bluegrass Album 2024) It's always a pleasure cutting lacquers for the best established and up-and-coming artists in the industry, and it's an honor to be a part of the process. . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording #grammys
We realize that the vinyl record production proces We realize that the vinyl record production process is not as familiar to the general public as it is to us, so we want to give a little information on what the whole process might look like. There is a fine line between where the creative aspect ends and the production element begins. Check out this clip of Clint Holley explaining some more about this process and feel free to reach out with any questions. . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording
Did pressing plants shut down in the 90s? There is Did pressing plants shut down in the 90s? There is truth to that, but the actual history is a bit more nuanced. Check out this clip with Clint Holley as he tells you a bit more about the history of this period that marked a major shift in how the public consumed music. . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording
We get asked often what kind of monitors we have i We get asked often what kind of monitors we have in our mastering rooms. Our main pair for digital and vinyl mastering were custom built by John Otvos for Telarc Records in Cleveland, OH. Check out this clip of @dave.polster explaining a bit more about them! . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording
Chris Staton @rarelife__ works in QC at the @gotta Chris Staton @rarelife__ works in QC at the @gottagrooverecs Electromastering Lab plating facility in Columbus, OH. He made some excellent videos explaining the plating process from start to finish, so we want to share those here to spread the word. Plating is perhaps the most esoteric step of the vinyl production process, so education around it is important. In this fourth installment, Chris talks about the final step of plating, stampers, and how they're used at GGR EM. If you've missed a clip in this series, head over to our profile to catch up! . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording #recordplating #electroplating
Chris Staton @rarelife__ works in QC at the @gotta Chris Staton @rarelife__ works in QC at the @gottagrooverecs Electromastering Lab plating facility in Columbus, OH. He made some excellent videos explaining the plating process from start to finish, so we want to share those here to spread the word. Plating is perhaps the most esoteric step of the vinyl production process, so education around it is important. In this fourth installment, Chris talks some more about mothers and how they're used at GGR EM. If you've missed a clip in this series, head over to our profile to catch up! . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording #recordplating #electroplating
Chris Staton @rarelife__ works in QC at the @gotta Chris Staton @rarelife__ works in QC at the @gottagrooverecs Electromastering Lab plating facility in Columbus, OH. He made some excellent videos explaining the plating process from start to finish, so we want to share those here to spread the word. Plating is perhaps the most esoteric step of the vinyl production process, so education around it is important. In this third installment, Chris talks a bit about mothers and how they're used at GGR EM. . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording #recordplating #electroplating
Chris Staton @rarelife__ works in QC at the @gotta Chris Staton @rarelife__ works in QC at the @gottagrooverecs Electromastering Lab plating facility in Columbus, OH. He made some excellent videos explaining the plating process from start to finish, so we want to share those here to spread the word. Plating is perhaps the most esoteric step of the vinyl production process, so education around it is important. In this second installment, Chris talks a bit about metal masters and how they're used at GGR EM. . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording #recordplating #electroplating
Chris Staton @rarelife__ works in QC at the @gotta Chris Staton @rarelife__ works in QC at the @gottagrooverecs Electromastering Lab plating facility in Columbus, OH. He made some excellent videos explaining the plating process from start to finish, so we want to share those here to spread the word. Plating is perhaps the most esoteric step of the vinyl production process, so education around it is important. In this clip, Chris talks a bit about the lacquers and how they're used at GGR EM. . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording
A couple of classic records from the Black Jazz @b A couple of classic records from the Black Jazz @blackjazzrecords label are freshly repressed through @realgonemusic ! These are up for preorder and are due to ship in a few weeks, the releases are: Doug Carn - Sprit of the New Land Calvin Keys - Shaw-Neeq These were both cut here at Well Made Music, and as huge fans of the Black Jazz label, we can't recommend them enough! Head over to Real Gone Music's website and grab a copy while they're available. . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording #blackjazzrecords
While there's always truth to "You get what you pa While there's always truth to "You get what you pay for," there are many factors to consider to get the best product you can for your budget. Balancing cost and quality is important for making a great record, so check out this clip of mastering engineer Harrison Hunt explaining some more about how to approach this. . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording
ICYMI: @Seal had a hilarious Superbowl commercial ICYMI: @Seal had a hilarious Superbowl commercial this year as… a Baja Blast-loving legitimate SEAL! As fellow @mountaindew Baja Blast fans, we were honored to cut lacquers for a 7” version of “Kiss From a Lime” pressed at @hellbendervinyl in Pittsburgh! If you grab the 7”, be sure to check out club remix on the B-side! 🦭 . #seal #kissfromalime #mtndew #kissfromarose #bajablast #hellbender #hellbendervinyl #wellmade #wellmademusic #vinylmastering
We offer a Full Revolution Mastering service where We offer a Full Revolution Mastering service where we prepare your mixes to perform optimally across all formats of your choice, including the master lacquer vinyl cut. Check out this clip of @dave.polster explaining a bit more about this process, and feel free to reach out with any questions about your next project! . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording
Available now for preorder through @cadabrarecords Available now for preorder through @cadabrarecords : The Case of Charles Dexter Ward by H.P. Lovecraft - Read by Andrew Leman and scored by Chris Bozzone This massive audiobook boxset of Lovecraft's longest work came out to 8 LPs / 16 sides! It was a lot of fun to work on while getting the chance to absorb this literary masterpiece at the same time. Head over to Cadabra to secure a copy! (Graphic by Cadabra Records) . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #cadabra #cadabrarecords #hplovecraft #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording
- Lots of lateral modulation today! Always make su - Lots of lateral modulation today! Always make sure your low end is under control to avoid wasting valuable space on the side of a record. . . #allaboutthatbass #bass #lowend #recordgroove #mastering #vinyls #vinylrecords #microscope #vinylmastering #neumannvms #masteringstudio
Congrats to all the Grammy 2025 winners last night Congrats to all the Grammy 2025 winners last night! Among those were two albums with lacquers cut here at Well Made Music: Sierra Ferrell - Trail of Flowers (Best Americana Album) Chick Corea & Béla Fleck - Remembrance (Best Jazz Instrumental Album) Both of these were digitally mastered by our friend Paul Blakemore. We're always grateful to be working on some of the most significant records of our time, and we're looking forward to another year of great music! . . . #grammys2025 #bestamericanaalbum #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording
Reach out about our Full Revolution Mastering serv Reach out about our Full Revolution Mastering service! With Full Revolution, we prepare your mixes for any formats of your choice: streaming, CD, cassette, vinyl and more! This package includes the master lacquer cuts for the vinyl release of your record. If you have any questions, feel free to hit us up or give us a call! . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording
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