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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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Featured Review:

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

wellmademastering

First-Rate Audio Mastering & Vinyl Lacquer Cutting | Trusted by Artists & Labels Worldwide 🌍 | Clint Holley · Dave Polster · Harrison Hunt | 🎶🎸🎧 🐈
Every lathe has its own unique sound, and we love Every lathe has its own unique sound, and we love the sound of this one! This is a Neumann VMS66 from the golden age of vinyl. A machine just like this one was used at @sterlingsound in 1968, on which Bob Ludwig cut an iconically loud version of Led Zeppelin II. You can't beat the clear, vintage sound of a 60s Neumann lathe, and this one's still sounding phenomenal after 60 years in the industry. When you're placing an order for your next project, it's important to know what kind of lathe is being used to cut it so you can have control over the sound of your music. . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording #numannvms66
Rippin’ Chicken is an archival recording from Delv Rippin’ Chicken is an archival recording from Delvon Lamarr, who you may know from the Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio. This project is a blend of funk, soul jazz and more. This is available through our friends at @heady_wax_fiends and it was pressed at @pourhousepressing Check out this video of @dave.polster as he tells you about this exciting release. . . . #funkvinyl #delvonlamarr #jazzvinyl #rippinchicken #masteringengineer
New review from @trackingangle : Marta Sanchez - F New review from @trackingangle : Marta Sanchez - For the Space You Left 💯 For the Space You Left is a truly innovative solo jazz record that takes the listener on an emotional journey. It deservedly received a 10 for both music and sound on Tracking Angle, so we’re thrilled that it’s reaching the right ears. Lacquers for this release were cut by @dave.polster here at Well Made Music. Here is an excerpt from the article: “ I listened to the CD a couple times before receiving the LP and thought it sounded very good, but the vinyl pressing—cut at Well Made Music—is extraordinary, revealing way more detail. On the CD, when the hammers strike the prepared elements, you hear some metallic color; on the LP, you hear the full transients of the objects struck and their resonances with the keys around them.” This record is available now through @outofyourheadrecords and it was mixed / mastered by @davedarlingtonbasshitrecording Check this one out and grab a copy while you can! . . . #solojazz #jazzvinyl #pianojazz #pianovinyl #masteringengineer
Simulathe is a piece of software designed to optim Simulathe is a piece of software designed to optimize a set of masters for the vinyl format by simulating groove performance, and offering built-in effects and parameters. We've been receiving more masters prepared with Simulathe, so it's important to understand what it's good at and what its limitations are. Check out this clip of Clint Holley @concretecowboy71 as he tells you more about this interesting software. . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording #simulathe
Well Made Music was honored to play a small role i Well Made Music was honored to play a small role in creating this exclusive 7” for @nodoubt! Recent VIP concert ticket holders at The Sphere in Las Vegas are being gifted this 7” as part of their experience. The release was mastered by Stephen Marsh at Marsh Mastering. Vinyl master lacquers were cut by Dave Polster at Well Made Music and pressed at Pour House Pressing in Raleigh, NC! 🏁 Go team! Concert photos by John Shearer for Rolling Stone. . @dave.polster @wellmademastering @pourhousepressing @nodoubt @stephosonic #nodoubt #nodoubtsphere #vinyl #vinylmastering #lasvegas
Today we want to highlight a very special release Today we want to highlight a very special release by the late @realwilliecolon! Willie Colón was one of the most significant musicians and performers in all of salsa music, and it’s been a pleasure to work on some of his records. This one is a collaborative album called Willie Colón presents Ruben Blades, cut AAA analog from the original master tapes. It is available through @faniarecords and @craftrecordings Check out this clip of Clint Holley @concretecowboy71 as he tells you more about this excellent reissue. . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #williecolon #rubenblades #salsavinyl @concordofficial
12" Reference lacquers can be played on your home 12" Reference lacquers can be played on your home turntable, and they're made of the same material we cut the masters on. We offer these so that you can listen to how your masters are translating to the format prior to the production process. However, there are a few important details to keep in mind before playing these. Check out this clip of @dave.polster telling you more about it! . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording #referencelacquers #referencelacquer #testpressing
There's nothing like winding some tape on a Friday There's nothing like winding some tape on a Friday morning. We've been doing a lot of cuts from tape this year, and it's always a rewarding experience to work with these masters in a more hands-on way. If you have a project that you'd like to be cut from tape, give us a call or fill out the contact form on our website! . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording #tapecut #tapecuts #analogvinyl #analogaudio
To anybody interested in placing an order or getti To anybody interested in placing an order or getting a quote from us, we have two contact forms on our website! With these, you can quickly and easily get us all the information we need to know so that we can get a quote together for your project. Check out this clip of mastering engineer Harrison Hunt @harrisunno telling you more about these forms and how to use them. . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording
There are a ton of pressing plants out there today There are a ton of pressing plants out there today, and while many of them are great, there are red flags to watch out for when thinking about your next project. We suggest locations that prioritize transparency and communication, as well as quality work. In this clip, Well Made Music founder Clint Holley @concretecowboy71 gives some tips on what to look for when it comes to problematic pressing plants. If you have any questions or need any recommendations, 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 #pressingplant #pressingplants #vinylpressing
Inner groove distortion is a phenomenon where audi Inner groove distortion is a phenomenon where audible distortion happens as you approach the center of a disc. This occurs more often with louder or mid-heavy sections, which is why we recommend quieter songs at the end of a side. This can be especially problematic with 7" records at 33 1/3 RPM. Check out this clip of mastering engineer Harrison Hunt @harrisunno to learn more about why inner groove distortion can occur. . . . #mastering #vinylmastering #masteredtovinyl #masteredforvinyl #masteringstudio #vinyls #vinylrecords #vinyl #neumann #neumannvms70 #masteringengineer #audioengineer #audioengineering #neumannlathe #recordlathe #audiomastering #vms70 #vintageaudio #audiophile #neumannam32b #vintagerecording #innergroovedistortion
Hot Like Lava is an incredible release from Don Ti Hot Like Lava is an incredible release from Don Tiki out of Hawaii. This record has a high brow blend of jazz instrumentals with the traditional sounds of Hawaii. This is available through @alohagotsoul and each copy includes a pair of custom Don Tiki 3D glasses! Check out this clip of @dave.polster telling you more about this one-of-a-kind release. . . . #dontiki #jazzvinyl #alohagotsoul #masteringengineer #masteringstudio
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