🧾 In a few words
If you can open and play the music file on your computer or phone without needing a special app or subscription, it’s likely good to go.
🔍 Details
✅ You can use your music if:
- You purchased the songs from Amazon, iTunes, Bandcamp, etc.
- The files are in formats like .mp3 or .wav
- The music is saved on your device (not inside a streaming app)
- You ripped songs from your own CDs or created the audio yourself
🚫 You can’t use your music if:
- It’s downloaded through Spotify, Apple Music, or similar services — these songs can only be played inside their own apps
- The files are in formats like .m4p or are DRM-protected, meaning they’re locked to prevent sharing or editing
- You don’t have access to the actual music file (for example, if it’s a link or part of a subscription)
🎧 What are DRM-protected files?
DRM stands for Digital Rights Management. It’s a type of protection used by streaming services or older versions of iTunes to restrict how you use the file.
If a song is DRM-protected, we won’t be able to open or use it in the vinyl creation process.
✅ Preferred audio formats:
We recommend sending your music in:
- MP3 (320 kbps) – Great balance of quality and file size
- WAV (16-bit or 24-bit) – Best for audio quality and mastering
Other formats like FLAC or AAC are acceptable too, as long as they’re not protected.
🔗 Useful links
🧠 Pro tip
💡 If your music plays normally in apps like VLC, Windows Media Player, or QuickTime, you’re probably safe. If it only opens in Spotify or Apple Music, it’s not usable for vinyl.
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