Many online stores today offer CD duplication and replication services at good rates. But often it becomes difficult for customers to spot the difference between the two and choose the option.

Definitions
CD duplication services is often used for short-run CD projects when a small quantity of CDs is required. This is suitable for producing 50-5000 CDs. The time process for CD duplication is usually 2-3 working days. CD replication services on the other hand can be opted for producing a large run of CDs. If you want to write over five thousand CDs then CD replication services are the recommended option, and replication becomes extremely cost effective at 25,000 units and above.

Technology
The technology used in both processes differs slightly. CD duplication involves the usage of writable CDs, which are burned by a laser beam on a CD writer. High quality writable discs are burned with your information and labeled using either the normal white laser printed label, or black thermal printing directly on the disc face. CD replication is undertaken as a major manufacturing process and here stamped CDs are produced. The latter utilizes the technology of using a pressed glass master.

Benefits
Short run CD duplication services are highly beneficial for producing samplers and small runs of software or music. Downtimes and cost per unit can be reduced with CD replication services. High quality results are available with both options today.

Prices
While CD duplication is preferred for a short-run, here the price per unit goes up. CD replication services are more economical and bring down the cost per unit when used for a large number of CDs. Prices per unit can be minimised as the volume of CDs is increased.

We at BB-Shopping offer CD and DVD duplication and replication services. If you are interested in talking to us about a duplication or replication project, please give us a call on +44 (0) 8701 624952