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Imprint Holiday Hours 2011

2011-12-05T13:58:00.002-05:00

Another year past... already? As we get ready to say good-bye to 2011, please keep in mind Imprint's holiday schedule.

Imprint will be closed from December 26, 2011 - December 30, 2011.

We will re-open Monday, January 2, 2012.

All orders placed after December 7, 2011 are not guaranteed to ship before the new year, so please plan accordingly.

Thanks to everyone for another great year!

New website? Finally?! Yes...

2010-07-17T10:22:00.005-04:00

So, it's true... the new website has finally launched. It's been in the works for what seems an eternity... It's not completely done yet, there are always kinks to be worked out, but it's up and running, and looks great (we think) and is ready to be used and abused.

So, what's new on the site? First off, the way orders are placed is all new. In order to place an order, you need to create a user account. With this account, you will be able to log in to the site, place orders, upload artwork, check order status, etc. etc. Also, all of the templates have been upgraded and updated. Check out the templates here.

To create a user account, just click here, and fill out the appropriate fields. It's really quite simple. Then to place an order, just navigate to the item you're looking to order on the site, then click the "Order Now!" link at the bottom of the page. After your order is placed, you will be able to upload artwork via a Flash based uploader right on the site, or you can use an FTP application to connect to our FTP and upload the artwork that way... whatever makes you happy. ;)

So, that's it for now. The new site... In the future, look for a new ordering system, which will allow you to price items, and place orders, all by using a sweet "wizard" style form... Should be lovely...

Till next time.

Megaupload pretty much blows...

2010-01-27T19:17:00.001-05:00

If you're going to use any of the file upload services, do the world a favor, and don't use Magaupload...

Love,

Brad

2010... the year we make contact...

2010-01-26T09:42:00.005-05:00

Soon, very soon... quite soon.... Imprint will be launching a new website. A new website with lots of new features, new design, new options, new offers, new, new, new... Sometimes though, life gets in the way of living, and work gets in the way of working. We've been keeping quite busy working on some really great projects, and putting final touches on the new site, complete with customer login, etc. etc.

All that said, (and since it is 2010) be sure to check out our new 10" jacket offerings. We have a folder option and a pocket option, just like our 7" jackets. They're quite nice, and everyone knows that 10" records are badass. We're also printing 10" center labels now, for your 10" vinyl goodness... Hop to it!

In other news, I picked up a Krooked Zip Zinger late last year, and have been doing a little skating... Good times. What have you been up to lately?

Imprint Holiday Hours 2009

2009-11-18T09:02:00.004-05:00

Wow. 2009 nears its end... and what a year it's been. We've undergone some big changes here at Imprint this past year.

In April, our new full color press was installed, and it's been a champ ever since. Shortly after, we started printing and finishing vinyl labels in house. We've introduced some new 7" jacket options, some new 10" jacket options, new lower prices on popular items, and we're not done yet! Look for a newly redesigned website, some new pricing and a new customer login that allows for you to track your order as it makes it way through production.

As always, we will be closing between Christmas and New Years. So, here's our production schedule. Keep these dates in mind as you prepare your upcoming projects.

Imprint 20009 Holiday Schedule
• CD Replication Orders - Orders received after November 30, 2009 will not ship until the new year.
• Standard, Print Only Orders - Orders received after December 7, 2009 will not ship until the new year.

Contact Walter if you have special conditions, and he'll do his best to help.

Also, I just want to offer a sincere thank you to everyone we've worked with this year. We are looking forward to 2010, and are excited about what it will bring!

The Facebook, new website design, etc.

2009-09-30T08:19:00.003-04:00

Yes, Imprint is on The Facebook... and you can find Imprint on The Facebook here. I hope you'll come over, become a fan, join in a discussion, post a pic of yourself and your awesome CD project, LP jacket, 7" jacket, and so on and so forth...

Also, Imprint is hard at work on a complete website redesign, as well as a new ordering process complete with customer login for order tracking, up to the minute information, etc. Keep an eye out for that in the coming month...

In other news, Brad and Bryan are going to see The Decemberists tonight. Should be good fun. If you're going to be there, let a brother know...

August already? My thoughts turn to vinyl...

2009-08-04T10:48:00.003-04:00

Here we are, in August... The 8th month of a 12 month year... Today is the 4th day of this 31 day month... I'm currently in hour 10, minute 50 of a 24 hour day... What is my point? Don't have one really, other than to say that LP labels are pretty sweet, and if you need some you should click here and place an order for some.

LP jackets are really pretty cool too, you know? Vinyl is making a comeback in a big way, and it's pretty sweet that you can get jackets, inserts and labels all right here at Imprint. We can even direct towards great places to get your vinyl pressed... and since we work closely with vinyl pressing plants, we're happy to ship your jackets, inserts and labels directly to the plant for you, so everything can be finished and shipped to you all ready to go.

Anyway, that's what was on my mind today.

How are you?

Twitter... Yes, Twitter.

2009-04-17T14:34:00.003-04:00

So, Imprint is on Twitter... You can follow us, if you so desire:
http://twitter.com/iloveimprint
You will find a wealth of useful information posted there... really.

Up and running...

2009-04-08T10:07:00.002-04:00

The new press is in place, and running like a champ. Print is looking better than ever, and coming off fast and steady. Big love to Hamada-guru Dave, for all his zen-like guidance and direction. As the backlog of orders comes off, and new orders take their place, we're excited about 2009 and all the goodness it hopes to bring.

Another new piece of equipment is on a truck, and heading towards Imprint HQ.... more information on that, as we near its arrival.

In other news, Bob Mould, of Hüsker Dü fame, has a new record out... I've been listening to it, and trying to get a feel for it. Bob is great, saw him play a few years ago here in Sarasota. Also looking ever so forward to the new Sonic Youth record, gonna be doing the Buy Early Get Now deal through Matador Records myself, maybe you should give it a shot?

Hope all is good with you.

Love,
Brad

The day fast approaches...

2009-03-13T10:53:00.003-04:00

Imprint will be having a new 4 color press installed on Monday, March 16 2009. We're frantically prepping the warehouse and office, doing a lot of moving and cleaning and lifting and setting down... It's tough work, but we're really looking forward to getting this new machine up and running!

I'd like to send out big props to our head pressman in charge (HPiC), Brett, as he has been busting his butt to get extra work out in anticipation of our slight downtime. He's been working nights and weekends, and just generally kicking ass. Thanks Brett! You da man!!!

So, that said, after today, our phones will be down Saturday, March 14, 2009 - Monday, March 16, 2009... We'll be back in the office, Tuesday, March 17, 2009. But don't think we'll be out partying over the weekend, we'll be hard at work with even more prep work, and working with our electrician friends as we get everything wired and ready to go.

I'd also like to thank everyone for their cooperation and understanding during this big move... We've got some great people we work for/with, and we're thankful for them everyday.

EQUIPMENT UPGRADE, PLEASE READ!

2009-03-11T09:34:00.003-04:00

Imprint will be undergoing an equipment upgrade, and will be closed Monday, March 16, 2009. We will have no phone service from Saturday, March 14, 2009 - Monday, March 16, 2009. If you have any questions, or concerns, you can email us, and we will respond as soon as possible. We will return to normal operating hours on Tuesday, March 17, 2009.
Thank you for your understanding...

2+2=.5

2009-03-03T14:40:00.002-05:00

When does 2+2=+/-.5? Stick around to find out...
Alternately 0+2=1, but that's another story...

Bigger, Faster, Stronger, Better...

2009-02-19T10:55:00.001-05:00

Big things on the horizon. Stay tuned for more information!

Happy New Year!

2009-01-05T09:31:00.002-05:00

Good Morning.

It's 2009, and Imprint is back up and running. We have some cool things on tap for this year, and are anxious to get things moving.

Hope your 2008 was great, and your 2009 is fine. ;-)
Only 15 days till the Presidential Inauguration... Enjoy.

Thanksgiving & The Kindness Kind...

2008-11-26T09:18:00.006-05:00

Happy Thanksgiving from the kind and generous people at iloveimprint.com to all of you.

Enjoy the weekend, take comfort in your friends and family, hug a dog, take a walk, smile at a stranger, pay the toll for the car behind you, volunteer, believe, hope, love... and keep going.

In other news, I can't stop listening to this band. You should give a listen.
If you're one of those MySpace type folk, you should go ahead and add them.

December cometh, and after that another year... Let's revel in it.

Imprint Holiday Hours 2008

2008-11-17T14:22:00.003-05:00

2008 is quickly coming to an end. Hopefully everyone had a great year, and is ready for all the wonder that is 2009.

This year, as we do every year, Imprint will be closed December 24, 2008 through January 2, 2009. Please keep these dates in mind when scheduling your order.

If you would like your order to ship before the holidays, keep these important dates in mind:

Imprint 20008 Holiday Schedule
• CD Replication Orders - Orders received after November 30, 2008 will not ship until the new year.
• Standard, Print Only Orders - Orders received after December 7, 2008 will not ship until the new year.

Contact Walter if you have special conditions, and he'll do his best to help.

Random Thoughts, and New LP Jacket Templates...

2008-10-06T10:30:00.004-04:00

My, it's been a long time since the last update. I know Wally is working hard on getting the next "Phat Vegan" recipe ready, and perhaps if we're lucky, Brandon will bless us with a story about his recent trip to Japan. Me? I can tell you about my new Mark Gonzales adidas shoes if you want.

Anyway, I just updated the templates for LP jackets. There was a very slight change in the standard LP jacket, so best to use this new template when setting up your files.

You can download the new LP jacket template pack here.

If you have any questions, let a brother know.

Hope you're Monday is good.

Love,
Brad

May Already?

2008-05-02T11:23:00.002-04:00

Hard to believe it's May already...

A lot is happening over here at Imprint, and we're busier than ever working on some really cool projects for really good folk. Thanks so much!

LP jackets are hot hot hot right now. We have some great deals on LP jackets, so don't be afraid to head over and check out our pricing...

In other news, I just got 2 extra GB of RAM in my computer, so now I'm rocking 4 gb's and loving it. Doubling my RAM really helped pep up my machine.

Just saw Iron Man last night. I recommend it. Good fun.

Also, Brandon, Bryan and I have already picked up copies of GTA IV (for Xbox) and are really enjoying the game thus far. It's a huge game, and there's a lot to do and see... I haven't tried out the online play yet, but Brandon and Bryan have, and they had good things to say about it.

Oh yeah, we got a USB record player in the house now, and Walt ripped some of my old vinyl for me. Slovenly and Treacherous Jaywalkers... Great old SST/New Alliance Records bands... Nice to have those tunes on my iPod now for some quality listening time.

That's about it. Hope you're doing well.

Love,
Brad

Welcome to March...

2008-03-03T08:18:00.002-05:00

It's March 2008, and the "LP Trifecta" is in full E-F-F-E-C-T.

1,000 Full Color CMYK LP Jackets, inserts & full color CMYK LP labels - $1,195
Full Color LP Jackets with waterbase, 11"x11" 1/0 inserts on 100# coated paper, & full color CMYK LP labels.
For 2 sided 1/1 insert add $75. Price includes shipping to one location.

Happy March to one and all.

February Brings New Specials!!

2008-01-31T14:01:00.000-05:00

::: BACK IN BLACK :::
1,000 Complete CD Package - $850
Includes 1/1 (grayscale) 4 panel folder & inlay, up to 3 colors screened on disc face.
Packaged with black or clear tray and shrink wrapped.
Free barcode available upon request!
To receive free barcode, type "FREEBARCODE" in the
"Comments/Additional Information" field on the order form.
(Price does not include overs and shipping.)
(Full color offset disc face, add $50)

1,000 Black (grayscale) LP Jackets, inserts & black (grayscale) LP labels - $895
Black (grayscale) LP Jackets with waterbase, 11"x11" 1/0 inserts on 100# coated paper, & black (grayscale) LP labels.
For 2 sided 1/1 insert add $75. Price includes shipping to one location.

::: LP TRIFECTA :::
1,000 Full Color CMYK LP Jackets, inserts & full color CMYK LP labels - $1,195
Full Color LP Jackets with waterbase, 11"x11" 1/0 inserts on 100# coated paper, & full color CMYK LP labels.
For 2 sided 1/1 insert add $75. Price includes shipping to one location.

Don't forget to check out the rest of our monthly specials here!

Happy 2008!

2008-01-02T08:46:00.000-05:00

Set it straight in 2008.

'12 Business Days of Baby, It's Cold Outside', update...

2007-12-19T15:22:00.000-05:00

After about 10 business days, things are getting really tense. This song is getting on our last nerve. Brandon threw his BioShock figure across the office the other day... I think it was day 8, I broke my Mighty Mouse when the scroll ball stopped scrolling... Needless to say, we have to rethink this next year...

In other news, the Imprint XChristmasX Party is this Friday night... We're going to be doing some fine dining, and Rock Band rocking... We're keeping it low key... Hopefully someone will have a camera on hand to snap some photos of the Imprint Rock Band "The IPR Forms"...

XHappyHolidaysX

Baby... sing along!

2007-12-10T11:15:00.000-05:00

I really can't stay - But Baby, it's cold outside...
I've got to go away - But Baby, it's cold outside...
This evening has been - Been hoping that you'd drop in.
So very nice - I'll hold your hands they're just like ice.
My mother will start to worry - Beautiful, what's your hurry?
And father will be pacing the floor - Listen to the fireplace roar...
So really I'd better scurry - Beautiful, please don't hurry...
Well maybe just a half a drink more - Put some records on while I pour.
The neighbors might think - Baby it's bad out there.
Say what's in this drink? - No cabs to be had out there...
I wish I knew how - Your eyes are like starlight now.
To break this spell - I'll take your hat, your hair looks swell.
I ought to say no no no sir - Mind if I move in closer?
At least I'm going to say that I tried - What's the sense of hurtin' my pride?
I really can't stay - Baby, don't hold out...
(guy) -Baby it's cold outside...
(girl) -Ah, but it's cold outside...

I simply must go - But Baby, it's cold outside.
The answer is no - But Baby, it's cold outside.
This welcome has been - How lucky that you dropped in....
So nice and warm - Look out the window at that storm....
My sister will be suspicious - Gosh your lips look delicious.
My brother will be there at the door - Waves upon a tropical shore...
My maiden aunt's mind is vicious - Gosh your lips are delicious.
Well, maybe just a cigarette more - Never such a blizzard before...
I got to get home - But Baby, you'd freeze out there.
Say lend me a coat - It's up to your knees out there.
You've really been grand - A thrill when you touch my hand.
But don't you see - How can you do this thing to me?
There's bound to be talk tomorrow - Think of my life long sorrow...
At least there will be plenty implied - If you caught pneumonia and died.
I really can't stay- Get over that old doubt...
(guy) -Baby it's cold outside...
(girl) -Ah, but it's cold outside...

Discuss.

It has begun...

2007-12-06T10:13:00.000-05:00

After syncing playback over multiple computers, WE ARE GO for The 12 Business Days of 'Baby, It's Cold Outside'...

So far, so good... Though it's only about 78˚ outside, I'm feeling colder by the second.

Reminder: Polybags!

2007-12-06T09:59:00.000-05:00

We have polybags in stock and ready to ship with each 7 inch jacket order!

When submitting your 7 inch jacket order, just click on the polybags field and choose the quantity you need. That's it!

Here is the pricing...
300 - $20
500 - $25
1000 - $40
2000 - $70
5000 - $150

These are high quality 2.5 mil bags, and fit our 7 inch folders and pockets perfectly.

YouTube Presents: Baby, It's Cold Outside

2007-12-06T09:43:00.000-05:00

Hello my little sugar plumb fairies, tis I, your favorite Production Manager Brandon, bringing you good tidings of great joy direct from the front lines. I was really hoping to find a video clip of Dino crooning away for your viewing pleasure, but alas, the intarweb yielded no fruit(cake). I did, however, come across a cornucopia of other talented(less) individuals hamming it up to this anthem of date-rape set in a winter wonderland.

The first stop on our way to Grandma's house is a playful little exchange between Tom Jones and Cerys Matthews. I'm not sure who Ms. Matthews is, but I have a feeling that Tom knows a thing or two about the sinful scenario described in the lyrics to this dirty little ditty...

Our next stop takes us to Fantasy Island where a young Ricardo Montabon attempts to pry loose the frigid chastity of a shrewish Esther Williams. (As an added bonus this one actually sets the stage with a well acted exchange before breaking into song).

Up next we've got the original sight-challenged soul-man himself, Ray Charles singing alongside our favorite friend to the psychics, Dionne Warwick. Who needs to see when you've got moves like that?

And last but not least, before we arrive at dear old Grannies we have a recent performance from funnyman Paul F. Tompkins and 80's pop-princess, turned contemporary rock queen, turned trollop, Aimee Mann, bringing a little "ha-ha" to our favorite holiday hit.

Baby, It's Cold Outside... An Extravaganza!

2007-12-04T13:34:00.000-05:00

The time is near... A tradition that began more than a few years ago is expanding into something even more beautiful. It started out with my fascination of the song 'Baby, It's Cold Outside' by Dean Martin... Then it evolved into repeated listenings of said tune... Then it expanded into days of only listening to 'Baby, It's Cold Outside'... Now it's come to this...

The 12 Business Days of 'Baby, It's Cold Outside' by Dean Martin.

The 12 Business Days of 'Baby, It's Cold Outside' will begin Thursday, December 6, 2007. Starting on that day we will begin a festivity of epic proportions... The song will be repeated ad nauseum in the office, and will be our exclusive telephone hold music. At one time our goal was to listen to this song 666 times in a row (because doing things 666 times is funny, right?)... Now it's simply about The 12 Business Days of 'Baby, It's Cold Outside'.

Stay tuned for updates...

Imprint Holiday Hours 2007

2007-11-20T10:29:00.000-05:00

The end of year is near... A busy time, filled with holidays, shopping, and deadlines... Sometimes it seems as though there just isn't enough time...

This year, as every year, Imprint will be closed December 24, 2007 - January 1, 2008. That said, it's important to keep such things in mind when scheduling your order.

If you would like your order to ship before the holidays, keep these important dates in mind:

Imprint 2007 Holiday Schedule

CD Replication Orders
Orders received after November 30, 2007
will not ship until the new year.

Standard, Print Only Orders
Orders received after December 7, 2007
will not ship until the new year.

Contact Walter if you have special conditions, and he'll see if we can help!

Happy Holidays.

Fest 6, good times had by all...

2007-10-29T11:30:00.000-04:00

Big thanks to Var and everyone at No Idea/The Fest... Though we only spent one night in Gainesville, we had a great time and look forward to next year...

Radon had the everyone at The Venue bouncing off the walls! Youth Brigade wondered what was with the beards, and fans of the band were happy to see them again... Naked Raygun (the highlight of the night for me) didn't disappoint.. playing great tunes from all over their vast catalog...

Brandon and Bryan made it over to check out Baroness, and returned with a glowing review...

We had some good eats, some good laughs, and only a few near death experiences...

Keep an eye out next year, as Imprint is making plans for a bigger presence at The Fest 7, with possible giveaways, an all new CD compilation, and more?! You'll just have to wait and see!

Here's a couple photos taken with my phone, since I was too damn lazy to carry around my actual camera...

Outside No Idea Records... Great to drive down the street, and see this face staring back at us.

Outside The Venue, they spelled Naked Raygun wrong on the marquee...

Fest 6, Gainesville, FL • October 26-28, 2007

2007-10-25T16:05:00.000-04:00

The Fest 6 is upon us.

Imprint is packing the wagon and heading north! A night filled with Naked Raygun, Baroness, Planes Mistaken for Stars, and others is on the itinerary... Looking forward to meeting a lot of great people, and having some laughs while we're at it.

We just finished work on a sampler disc in conjunction with No Idea Records, and the final result is pretty cool. Lots of great bands, and you get a copy free with your registration at The Fest!!

Here's what the cover art looks like...

Looks pretty sweet to me.

See you at The Fest!

So it's Halloween...

2007-10-12T08:46:00.001-04:00

... and you feel like dancing?

All month long, Imprint is featuring groovy Halloween-themed hold-music... So, give us a call, we'll put you on hold, and you can get into the Halloween spirit... (Just do yourself a favor, and don't go see Rob Zombie's "rethinking" of Halloween)...

Happy Halloween!

Minor Web Site Update!

2007-10-03T14:15:00.000-04:00

iloveimprint.com was recently given a slight overhaul.

New icons on the front page direct you to various destinations, depending on what you click. Interested in LP jackets? Click the LP jacket icon and be directed to information regarding LP jacket and insert pricing, upgrades, etc.

CD replication? Click on the CD replication icon and choose your poison: bulk discs, jewel case packaging, Digipak® packaging, and so on...

I think you get the picture...

Also, updated along with these new icons, is some new, lower prices! Go ahead, click through the site, and see what's new!

Complete CD Package Special!

2007-10-03T14:11:00.000-04:00

1,000 Complete CD Package - $925
Includes 4/1 4 panel folder & inlay, up to 3 colors screened on disc face.
Packaged and shrink wrapped. Free barcode available upon request!
To receive free barcode, type "FREEBARCODE" in the "Comments/Additional Information" field on the order form.
(Price does not include overs and shipping.)
(Full color offset disc face, add $50)

Imprint is now offering Audio Mastering!!!

2007-09-11T10:55:00.000-04:00

Audio mastering is the final, and possibly the most important, phase of your recording. We are happy to now offer in house, affordable mastering to add that little extra your recording needs before being replicated.

Normalizing / Volume Leveling
Normalizing/Volume Leveling is typically for compilations or albums comprising songs from multiple, already mastered, recordings. This will enhance the AVERAGE volume of each song to be closer to each other.
$60 up to 30 minutes of audio ($2 per additional minute)

Dynamic Mastering + Normalizing / Volume Leveling
Dynamic Mastering + Normalizing/Volume Leveling is getting a full master of your recording. This is greatly recommended and adds new ranges, fullness and additional volume to your recording. Ideal for compilations, as well to uniform the sound.
$150 up to 30 minutes of audio ($2 per additional minute)

CD Text
CD Text can be written to a CD so that album notes, engineers, producers, recording studios, and other information will be viewable in cars with CD Text and on computers using programs that support CD text.
$3 per track

Read from DAT, Vinyl or Cassette
We are able to extract your audio from a DAT, vinyl or cassette if need be for purposes of mastering, or simply to give you a CD copy of your work.
$50

These prices include UPS shipping of 2 reference cd's, add $25 for UPS overnight.

War Dog Records in the house...

2007-09-10T14:40:00.000-04:00

War Dog Records would like to thank you and everyone involved at Imprint for the excellent job on Global Uprising. Everything looks and sounds great! I will highly recommend your company in the future. Thanks again for all you guys do. Cheers!

Chuck,
War Dog Records

Monthly Specials - September 2007

2007-08-30T14:06:00.000-04:00

CD SPECIALS
1,000 Complete CD Package - $995
Includes 4/1 4 panel folder & inlay, up to 3 colors screened on disc face.
Packaged and shrink wrapped. Free barcode & top spine available upon request!
(Price does not include overs and shipping.)
(Full color offset disc face, add $50)

1,000 Bulk CD Replication - $495
Includes CD face films, three colors screened on disc face, glass mastering and shipping.
(Full color offset disc face, add $50)

POSTER SPECIALS
1,000 11"x17" Posters - $325
Full Color on 100# coated text. Price includes shipping.

500 11"x17" Posters - $250
Full Color on 100# coated text. Price includes shipping.

100 11"x17" Posters - $99
High end digital prints. Full Color on 100# coated text. Shipping not included.

RECORD COVER SPECIALS
1,000 7" Gluepockets and inserts - $695
Full color 7" gluepockets on 10 pt. cover. & 7"x7" 1/0 inserts on 100# coated paper.
For 2 sided 1/1 insert add $50. Shipping not included.

1,000 LP Jackets and inserts - $950
Full Color LP Jackets with waterbase & 11"x11" 1/0 inserts on 100# coated paper.
For 2 sided 1/1 insert add $75. Price includes shipping to one location.

NOTE: Imprint's LP jackets are printed on 20 pt. board. Matte varnish is available, add $50 per 1000. There is an additional charge for shipping to more than one location. LP orders are subject to a 10% over/under run.

Imprint <3's FBR.

2007-08-22T13:18:00.000-04:00

We have worked with Imprint from the day we started the label. The people at Imprint are great and always make sure that we are getting the best products at the best prices.

- John Janick, Fueled By Ramen

Get Outta Town!

2007-08-21T11:59:00.000-04:00

We've been working with Charles for years, and are happy to call him a friend...

Imprint takes time and consideration into projects I'm doing like no one else. Every hard deadline, odd request, or ridiculous idea, they are able to accommodate. They keep the DIY ethic of punk about them and are still able to provide service on a larger scale. I will never use anyone else for my printing or CD replication. I only wish more businesses had these kinds of people working for them.

-Charles Chaussinand / Owner
Get Outta Town Records

Thanks Charles!

Full Color CD Labels Upgraded to Offset Printing... FREE!

2007-08-13T11:28:00.000-04:00

Starting immediately all full color (CMYK) CD labels will upgraded to offset printing at no additional charge! That's FREE!

Offset printing offers the best possible quality for CD labels. In terms of numbers, offset printing is 175 lines per inch (vs. 85-135 lines per inch for silkscreen)... What does this mean? Well, the more lines per inch, the better (smoother & clearer) the printing looks! Sounds good to me.

We are also going direct to plate on our CD labels now, so that means even better quality than film to plate output (1 less generation). I think the new CD labels look amazing, and I'm confident you're going to agree!

You don't have to do anything to receive the free upgrade to offset printing... Simply place an order with a full color CD label, and the disc will be offset printed... It's that easy!

John from Cincinnati

2007-08-11T14:02:00.000-04:00

Final episode of John from Cincinnati airs this Sunday night.
That is all.
*wink*

Update after watching the final episode:
Huh?

New Digipak® Pricing Announced!

2007-08-08T14:53:00.000-04:00

How about 1,000 discs packaged in a full color 4 panel Digipak® for $1,625 (+ overs & shipping)?! Sound too good to be true?! It's not!

Digipak® is a highly flexible form of CD packaging that can be custom made to fit a variety of shapes and forms. In addition, Digipak® provides an almost limitless range of printing surfaces and multiple tray configurations. Unlike a conventional jewel case, the highly durable Digipak® will not crack or shatter.

We've added some new Digipak® with pocket options, as well as updated the pricing on all our Digipak® offerings! Be sure to check it out!

You can find the updated templates here and the new pricing here.

Welcome to the Testimonials

2007-08-07T11:46:00.000-04:00

In this section of the blog, we're going to post client testimonials from time to time. We love it when people write or call and tell us how happy they are with their final product. We take every order seriously, and are proud of the work we do.

This one is from a great guy named Moises who was releasing his first disc... The entire project turned out beautifully, and it was great of him to write and express his gratitude.

Thanks for all your help during this entire process. The CD looks great,
you guys delivered as promised. We wish to express our gratitude to you
and rest of the team for turning our vision into the real thing. Thanks
again, and we hope to continue working together in the future.

-Moises

Thanks to you Moises!

Placing an order with Imprint in 3 easy steps...

2007-08-06T10:12:00.000-04:00

Placing an order can sometimes be a confusing experience. The interweb can be a scary place, full of dark corners, strange terminology, and porn... Don't let that get you down! Placing an order with us doesn't have to be a harrowing experience... Just follow these easy steps, and you'll be well on your way to having your completed CDs, LPs, posters, etc. in your hands!

Step One:
Fill out an order form on our website.
http://www.iloveimprint.com/order.htm

Simple enough. Don't lose sleep over the specifics. Your artwork tells the final story of what it is you're ordering. Make sure you include billing and shipping addresses, email info, and phone info. Also, don't forget to include the quantity of what you're ordering! We receive a lot of orders with no quantity info. This is one of the most important parts of the form!

Step Two:
After you've completed (and submitted!) an order form, you'll be given an order number. Zip up all of your art files and name the zip file with your order number (so that we can easily identify and associate the two). From there, all you have to do is upload the art to us. There are numerous options outlined on our FTP section of our site. Check it out!
http://www.iloveimprint.com/ftp.htm

Step Three:
Regarding the artwork, you'll want to set your art up using our templates, as it will save us time in getting you a proof (as well as the overall turn around time for your project!). The templates can be found here...
http://www.iloveimprint.com/templates.htm

After we've received your artwork, you will receive emailed digital proofs within 1 business day. Peruse the proofs, make sure everything is in order, and respond to that email with approval.

Once we've received approval of your proofs, we will be in touch regarding setting up payment, as well as giving you an estimated ship date for your order.

That's it!

I'd also recommend skimming over the FAQ section of our site, as there's quite a bit of useful information regarding the production process.
http://www.iloveimprint.com/faq.htm

I hope this is of some help. As always, we're here if you have any questions, so drop us a line if you get confused... Pick up the phone and call, whatever works... we're happy to help!

The Phat Vegan: Wheat Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

2007-08-03T11:01:00.001-04:00

Walt's Corner:
Shared Recipes by The Phat Vegan

Being Vegan and quite healthy, I was asked to share some of the items that I eat. I am 6'4" inches tall and maintain a weight of 220 - 230 lbs. and it is not easy keeping this body style :) I am quite active but at the same time, I enjoy putting in some couch time and enjoying a snack here and there.

Krista, my better half, took the reigns years ago to make sure that we eat healthy while at the same time we get to enjoy some junk food. Here is one of our favorite cookie recipes. It is also wheat free for those with allergies. Enjoy!

This is borrowed from Post Punk Kitchen...

Wheat Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
Submitted by Isa

Prep time: 8 minutes | Cooking time: 10 - 12 minutes | makes 18

These cookies couldn't be any easier to make, unless you had someone else make them for you. If you don't need them to be wheat free you can substitute oat flour with regular flour. You can also sub the sugars for and dry sweetener of your choice (Florida crystals, sucanat etc). Oh and by the way, they are yummylicious!

Equipment:
1 small mixing bowl
1 medium mixing bowl
wisk or fork
baking sheet or two

Ingredients:
1 3/4 cups oat flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup sugar brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup canola oil *or* melted margarine
1 Tablespoon flax meal
1/4 cup soy milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup chocolate chips

Directions:
Preheat oven to 375 F.

Sift together flour, baking soda and salt.

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together flax meal and soymilk. Add sugar and stir, add oil and vanilla and whisk vigorously until all ingredients are emulsified (about a minute).

Mix wet ingredients into dry, fold in chocolate chips.

Drop batter by the tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheet, leaving and 1 1/2 inches of space inbetween cookies.

Bake for 10 -12 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool for a bit (5 minutes). Using a spatula, put them on a cooling rack or plate to cool the rest of the way.

New 7 Inch Jacket Sizes

2007-08-03T10:47:00.000-04:00

Starting today, all of Imprint's 7 inch jackets are 14.5" x 7.25" (folders, pockets, and gatefolds).

The previous size of our jackets was 14.25" x 7.125". We've had numerous requests to increase the size, and are happy to announce we've finally made the transition. The new die is in and templates have been updated. You can download the new templates here.

If you have any questions about our new templates, please drop me a line.

Also, if you haven't already read on our emailed update, we will soon be offering polybags with our 7 inch jackets. We're really happy about this offering, since it will make things a lot easier for people ordering jackets to get covers and bags from the same place! Keep an eye out for pricing and availability!

Obligatory Second Post

2007-08-01T11:42:00.000-04:00

So, after a little work, the blog seems to be in working order now. I placed a link on the index of our site, so that's how you can access the blog. I'm sure you'll all be dying to see what we write next, I know I am...

That said, I'll take this time to thank everyone for the great work over the past 13 years... We've had a great time, and things are only getting better!

Thanks!

Obligatory First Post

2007-07-31T15:41:00.001-04:00

Greetings... Brad from prepress here. Welcome to our first blog post. After years of contemplating a blog, we finally decided to hop on the blog-wagon, and start one of our own..

We have a lot of great things on tap here at Imprint, and we were so excited about them, we decided to finally get this thing going!

Unfortunately we're not announcing these things just yet... You'll just have to wait a bit longer... ;-)

For now, you get to know that I'm working on updating our templates (no small feat)... So, if that isn't exciting news, I'm not sure what is...

Oh yeah, here's a photo of the geeks at Imprint taken recently for Verbicide Magazine.

From left: Walter, Brad, Brett, Bryan, and Brandon. (notice all the names that start with "Br")