Duplication and replication are two words that often seem to have very similar meanings. However, when referring to CD and DVD production, replication and duplication both define two different processes that are used to make copies of an original CD, DVD or file.
Replication is most often a professional process, molding the disk using a glass master which “stamps” the blank media to create an exact copy. One could imagine a copy machine, using a master piece of paper to product a high quantity of exact copies.
Duplication is the process you speak of when you refer to “burning” a disk. A laser is used to etch the data onto the surface of the CD or DVD, and this can be done in very small quantities using home computers and special software. As replication can be compared to a copy machine, duplication can be compared to an ink jet printer, creating an entire new copy each and every time. A replicated CD is moulded to be an exact copy, and this is what kind of disk you would purchase if you were buying your favourite artists new album or a new movie on DVD from a retail location.
Contrary to some popular belief, CDs and DVDs are not like videotapes where information is "lost" as it is when VHS tapes are copied onto new, blank VHS tapes. The data integrity of both replication and duplication technologies is completely equal. While the copying process is different in each case, the finished product is exactly the same with regards to quality.
Choosing between CD or DVD duplication and replication can depend on the needed turnaround time and project budget, as well as the quantity of disks that is required. Duplication for example, is a good choice for lesser amounts of rush projects, demos or promotional campaigns, while replication is best suited for larger quantities, mass commercial video or audio production or retail purposes.
Whichever method is chosen for CD and DVD replication or CD and DVD duplication services, using a professional service will ensure that every CD and DVD is of the highest quality and reliability possible. Professional services also offer more durable products of a higher standard, and will also allow for professionally-designed CD or DVD packaging, CD or DVD printing and CD or DVD labeling.
Replication is most often a professional process, molding the disk using a glass master which “stamps” the blank media to create an exact copy. One could imagine a copy machine, using a master piece of paper to product a high quantity of exact copies.
Duplication is the process you speak of when you refer to “burning” a disk. A laser is used to etch the data onto the surface of the CD or DVD, and this can be done in very small quantities using home computers and special software. As replication can be compared to a copy machine, duplication can be compared to an ink jet printer, creating an entire new copy each and every time. A replicated CD is moulded to be an exact copy, and this is what kind of disk you would purchase if you were buying your favourite artists new album or a new movie on DVD from a retail location.
Contrary to some popular belief, CDs and DVDs are not like videotapes where information is "lost" as it is when VHS tapes are copied onto new, blank VHS tapes. The data integrity of both replication and duplication technologies is completely equal. While the copying process is different in each case, the finished product is exactly the same with regards to quality.
Choosing between CD or DVD duplication and replication can depend on the needed turnaround time and project budget, as well as the quantity of disks that is required. Duplication for example, is a good choice for lesser amounts of rush projects, demos or promotional campaigns, while replication is best suited for larger quantities, mass commercial video or audio production or retail purposes.
Whichever method is chosen for CD and DVD replication or CD and DVD duplication services, using a professional service will ensure that every CD and DVD is of the highest quality and reliability possible. Professional services also offer more durable products of a higher standard, and will also allow for professionally-designed CD or DVD packaging, CD or DVD printing and CD or DVD labeling.
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