DVD Replication Vs. Duplication
When considering replication or duplication of a DVD, carefully avoid the notion that they are one in the same. While the end result looks and performs almost identically, the means taken to reach that point vary greatly.
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Duplication/Replication Defined
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CD and DVD writers brought disc duplication into the home. The 'burning' of data, audio and video is quick, easy and ideal for duplicating discs on a small scale. Disc replication 'presses' data into the disc and is used in commercial and retail applications and viewed as more 'professional.'
Finding the Difference
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There is very little difference between replicated and duplicated discs. Despite arguments regarding format compatibility, replicated DVDs will play in any DVD player or PC drive. If you own a DVD-R reader, it will play duplicated discs as well.
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Price vs. Time
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Replicated discs are cheaper per disc in production runs over 10,000, but take longer to produce. Duplicated discs are quicker to produce due in part to typically lower production numbers and tools used to burn the discs.
Graphically Sound
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Duplicated and replicated discs can accept virtually any label -- from simple 'stickers' to thermal imaging. Silkscreen printing is generally viewed as the most professional labeling method and used primarily in replication.
Disc Reproduction Services
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From finished DVDs in a spindle all the way to shrink-wrapped final products -- duplication and replication services promise all. Pricing varies greatly, but knowing what is wanted, when it's needed and the budget in hand, either reproduction option will work as advertised.
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