DVD Replication - A Beginners Guide To
DVD Replication
So what is DVD replication exactly? Well DVD replication is a method by which a DVD
master is produced into many DVD copies. It differs from DVD duplication in that with DVD
duplication the DVD is simply duplicated onto a recordable DVD whereas with DVD
replication a glass master is used to make the copies which gives you a more professional
DVD finish. There is a setup cost with DVD replication because of the creation of the
glass master and DVD replication is really only for runs of 500 or more, if you want less
than this than DVD duplication is the way to go. Also DVD replication companies will be able to
provide you with a finished product i.e. that the DVD is delivered to you in a DVD case
with the DVD cover inserted. If you want to reduce the cost of production you can have the
DVDs delivered to you in bulk and you can then put them in DVD cases and insert the DVD
covers, this is time consuming of course but if you are on a limited budget it is
something you might want to consider doing.
As there are many companies offering
DVD replication services, it is a good idea to shop around to find the best deal. We have
written a duplication services directory which includes DVD replication services which you
can use to help you find the right service for you - you can view at Duplication Services Homepage
If you are thinking of making less
than 500 DVD copies, then might want to consider DVD duplication instead as DVD
replication costs may be too much for less than 500 copies. You can read our beginners
guide to DVD duplication here
