What is DVD Offset Printing?
DVD offset printing is a process used to print full color, high-resolution graphics onto a DVD optical disk. It is an alternative to silk-screen printing, which is better suited to graphics that involve only one or two solid colors and little to no tonal scaling. DVD offset printing is also better suited to producing clear, small fonts. A DVD offset printing service normally includes duplication or replication of the DVD. Duplication is less expensive and used for low-quantity runs or single copies. Replication involves creating a glass master and stampers to produce large numbers of high-quality DVDs. Companies that offer DVD offset printing require original artwork to be supplied according to specific guidelines. Optionally, graphic services can design the artwork for the client, but they will charge an additional fee. Once the artwork is supplied, plates or “offsets” are produced of the image. Plates can be made of different materials, including paper, but paper plates are least des
