We oversee every stage of vinyl manufacturing — helping artists, labels, archives and institutions turn recordings into finished records.
Everybody loves vinyl, but not everybody knows how to make one that stands the test of time.
A poor decision early in the process can lead to unnecessary delays, manufacturing defects, disappointing sound quality, or costly rework.
POPR Vinyl Production exists to simplify the process. We provide professional oversight from beginning to end, ensuring that every stage of production is approached with the care and attention your music deserves.
Whether you are an independent artist releasing your first record, a label managing multiple projects, or an institution preserving cultural archives, we help navigate the technical, logistical and manufacturing challenges of vinyl production.
It's hard to make a bad record. It's easy to make a bad pressing.
Pick the whole chain or just the parts you need. We act as your single point of contact and your advocate throughout.
Complete oversight of your project from approved master to finished records. We coordinate every stage and act as your advocate throughout the process.
We work with mastering engineers who understand the specific requirements of vinyl. Proper preparation here prevents costly issues later.
Lacquer or DMM cutting with trusted facilities and engineers to ensure the best possible translation from digital or analog source to physical record.
Every project has different requirements. We help determine the best manufacturing partner based on budget, timeline, format, quantity and quality expectations.
We maintain communication with manufacturing partners and monitor project progress from pre-production through final delivery.
Test pressings are one of the most important QC stages in vinyl production. We evaluate them carefully and provide feedback before full production begins.
Jacket specifications, inserts, labels, sleeves, special packaging options and manufacturing requirements.
Guidance on distribution options and physical release strategies for labels and independent artists.
For archival projects, we help evaluate and restore aging source material whenever possible.
Professional transfer and digitization services for analog tape formats.
Preservation-oriented transfer services for museums, institutions, estates and historical collections.
Whether you're releasing one title or managing multiple projects, we provide technical oversight and manufacturing support throughout.
Artists often spend years creating music but only manufacture records occasionally. We bridge that experience gap and protect your investment.
We assist cultural institutions, archives and preservation projects in preparing historical recordings for modern formats.
Legacy recordings require special care. From source evaluation to final pressing, we help preserve the integrity of important works.
POPR Vinyl Production is led by musician, producer, recording engineer, and label owner Salar Ansari. With more than fifteen years of experience in professional audio, recording, production and manufacturing, POPR approaches every project from the perspective of someone who actively makes records — not simply someone who facilitates transactions.
We discuss your project goals, format requirements, timeline and budget.
We evaluate source material, masters, artwork and production requirements.
Mastering coordination, cutting coordination and manufacturing specifications are finalised.
The project enters manufacturing while we oversee progress and communication.
Test pressings are reviewed and approved before full production begins.
Finished records are delivered to the agreed destination.
Successful vinyl manufacturing begins with quality source material. While we oversee the production process and advocate for the highest possible standards, final results depend on the quality of the masters, recordings, artwork and materials provided.
We will always provide honest feedback regarding potential limitations or risks before production begins.
Whether you're manufacturing your first record or managing a large archival release, we're happy to discuss it. Pick the path that fits and we'll be in touch.
