Test Press
Type: noun
Pronunciation: /test-press/
Also spelled or known as: Test Pressing
Related: Vinyl Pressing
What does Test Press mean? A small batch of vinyl records produced before full manufacturing to evaluate audio quality and pressing accuracy.
Artists and labels review the test press before approving production.
Test Press synonyms: Test Pressing, Sample Pressing
Example sentence: “The band approved the test press before manufacturing.”
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