Hypnotic Duplication is the place for all of your manufacturing needs. We offer professional-quality CD's, DVD's and custom case options in a variety of packages to accommodate every budget. Our committment to customer service and attention to detail ensure that every project is completed in accordance with your requirements. At Hypnotic, there are no hidden costs or hassle - just musicians helping musicians.

All Packages Include:
- 2 or 3 Color CD's
- 2 Panel (4 Page) Full Color/B&W Booklet
- Full Color Tray Card
- Packaged with High Quality Overwrap
- All Glass Mastering, Disc Films and Direct to Plate Charges Included
- Free barcode
- For a full color booklet on any order add
$100.00

For different configurations not mentioned above please go to our order form link and type in the exact details of your job description for a specific quote.
(Please note, this is my partners site where you will find any templates you may need. Once you have your quote and are ready to order please email or call me directly via the contact section )


All Packages Include:
- 2 or 3 Color DVD's
- Full Color Amaray Trapsheet for Your Case (Optional Booklet is Available)
- Black Amaray Case
- Jewel Case (Black, White or Clear Tray)
- Packaged with High Quality Overwrap
- All Glass Mastering, Disc Films and Direct to Plate Charges Included
- Free barcode


Established in 2000, Hypnotic Duplication is a full-service manufacturing company with offices located in Hamilton, St Catharine's and Lewiston, New York. At Hypnotic we run true CD Replication, we don't put your project on a short-run duplicator like other companies. Once your job has been approved, the discs are manufactured at Sony in Toronto for the highest possible quality. In addition to manufacturing, we offer design services for artists who are not able to supply artwork and need a helping hand in getting their graphics ready to be printed. Through our hands-on service and attention to detail, we have helped hundreds of musicians, record labels and various music companies complete their projects quickly and professionally. In fact, here's what some of our clients have to say:

"The folks at Hypnotic/Magnetic Air Inc. are completely hands on and willing to work with you until the job is completed 100% correctly so I'd recommend them in a heartbeat"
Robbi Takac
Goo Goo Dolls/Chameleon Studios

"I've worked with Hypnotic for well over a decade and I have no desire to go elsewhere. In this business it's very hard to find an honest man, and Tom Treumuth is so honest he could give Ed Mirvish a run for his money!"
Jaymz Bee
Bandleader and producer

For a complete list of our past clients, click here.

What do I need to submit when I order?
For an audio disc, we will need a CD-R (with cue sheet) of your final master. We will also need a CDR containing your booklet, tray card, and CD label design, accompanied by a set of color proofs.

For DVDs, we will need a DVD recordable master or a DLT tape of your job in NTSC format. Your master should be fully authored with menus etc. already included on your media. We recommend using Apples DVD Studio Pro™ to author your job. If you need someone to author your project we can provide services. We will also need a CDR containing your trapsheet, booklet, and DVD label, accompanied by a set of color proofs.

Artwork templates for CD and DVD are available here. Please read below for specific CD details.

CD label specifications

CD Label artwork can be designed in Illustrator or Quark/Indesign. Photoshop may also be used but be aware of the limitations working with spot color channels. If you're planning on creating a photo quality CMYK label we recommend editting your bitmap images in photoshop and adding text in Quark or Illustrator. For multi color labels Illustrator or Quark/Indesign will provide the best output. If you are planning on creating a 2 or 3 color label please specify the Pantone  colors you'd like us to print with.

Colors

For multi color jobs specify Pantone  Coated Spot colors. Please note, some lighter colors are slightly translucent. please specify a white bed to enhance color reproduction.

Trapsheet, Booklet and Tray specifications

All printed materials should be submitted in our templates. Not using our templates can potentially hold up your job if your artwork is "out of spec". Most layouts require the use of one template per side of a graphic piece (these are referred to as "spreads"). Please label your files clearly, indicating page numbers or physical location (ie. insert > outside booklet / inside booklet). If you desire a graphic under your CD jewelcase tray, please use the inlay template. Keep in mind if your tray is setup as a Color/Color your booklet will become Color/Color when printed.

Please include a bleed area on all outside edges of our templates (these are generally indicated by guides spaced 1/8" from the "cut" line guides in our template). Bleeds prevent white space from appearing on your graphic materials once die cut. If you are new to graphic design or are a seasoned
graphic artist don't hesistate to call us with your questions. Our knowledgeable graphics department can answer any questions you might have.

Artwork Specifics

- Artwork should be in CMYK for full color or greyscale for B&W
- Outer Edges require 1/8" bleed (extra image info for cropping purposes)
- All linked pictures need to be 300dpi CMYK or Greyscale
- For best print quality avoid using compressed images (.jpg etc) or adding LZW compression to .tiffs
- Avoid typesetting small text (>4pt type) in photoshop, for best quality set type in Illustrator or Quark/Indesign
- Include all fonts and linked files used in Quark/Indesign or Illustrator documents
- If a Barcode is to be added by us, a white space must be indicated on tray file.The box should be approx. .75" x 1.5" Please make sure to indicate on your order if you need a custom number generated.
- Files can be provided in Quark Xpress©, Adobe Photoshop©, Adobe Illustrator© or Adobe Indesign©
 - Please include printed proofs or samples of your artwork. (a printout from your home printer is fine)
- Artwork can be submitted on CDR, Zip disk or we can download from your FTP site. For rush jobs an FTP account may be provided for upload.
- Disc outer Diameter 116mm
- Standard print area 46mm
- Exteneded print area 23mm. Min. width 0.2MM for Lines & Type
- Min 5pt for Standard Type, 6pt for Rev Knockout Type
- Use SANS SERIF Typefaces for Small Font Sizes
- Trapping 2pt.
- Keep Artwork within Print Area.

How much is the deposit, can we pay by credit card and is your work
guaranteed?

We require a 70% deposit after applicable taxes (except for our tax-exempt American customers) upon placement of your order. The full balance is due after the product has been manufactured but prior to shipping. We accept Cash, Cheques, Money orders, Mastercard, Visa and American Express. Taxes are extra as is shipping unless product is picked up in person at the Sony Plant in Toronto.

Guarantee
All of our CDs and DVDs are replicated and printed by SONY. We therefore confidently guarantee our product against manufacturing defects. In the event of a defect, product must be returned within 14 days of receipt. All orders are subject to a 10% overrun.
(Please note, we will not warranty mastering faults which are present on your submitted master or issues within art files once you have approved your PDF proofs.)

What about shipping? Can I pick them up in person?
For our Canadian customers we ship direct from the Sony plant in Toronto. For our American customers we ship direct from the Sony plant in Terre Haute Indiana. We use UPS ground service unless otherwise directed by the customer. All shipments are insured and shipping costs are not included in the package price. Local pickup is available for free in Toronto.

How long do I have to wait for my discs?
Once you have approved our online PDF proofs, you can expect your package to be ready to ship in 12 business days. If we're putting together the entire package please allow approximately 20 business days (it will be well worth the wait).
(Please note, during the 4th quarter there may be an extra delay of 5 business days depending on available press time with the manufacturer. If you are placing an order with us during this time please call and confirm your turn around time.)

Do you offer distribution for your clients?
Although we don't offer physical retail distribution for each client, for FREE we now offer every client guaranteed distribution via Cdbaby and itunes. Regarding other distribution opportunities Hypnotic Management. and its in house label Fallen Sky are always looking for product to release overseas
via our arrangement with Cargo records and their European affiliates. Fallen Sky also has a distribution deal with Fontana/Universal for Canada which includes both physical and digital distribution.

As per other services Tom Treumuth the owner is also a Multi- Platinum producer who sometimes takes on new acts depending on his schedule. For his full discography and some recent samples of his work please visit Hypnotic Management.


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