Shipping vinyl is unforgiving. A record that arrives with a split seam, a dinged corner, or a warped disc turns a happy customer into a refund and a one star review, and ordinary boxes were never built for the job. A vinyl record mailer is. It is a die cut corrugated mailer sized to the record, with a snug cavity that holds the jacket and the disc flat through the whole trip.
The build is what protects the record. Heavy corrugated board resists corner crush and bending, the record sits in a fitted pocket so it cannot slide, and the self locking front folds shut without tape. We make them for the 7 inch single, the 12 inch LP, and multi disc sets, so the mailer matches exactly what you ship. Add board stiffeners for extra rigidity on valuable pressings.
Because the whole face prints, a record mailer doubles as branding. Independent labels, pressing plants, and record stores print the label logo, catalog art, or a store mark across the mailer so the package looks like part of the release, not an afterthought. We make custom vinyl record mailers with no minimum order, so a small label can ship a first pressing without a pallet, at the best price.
Vinyl record mailer FAQ
What is the best way to ship a vinyl record?
A die cut record mailer in heavy corrugated board, sized to the disc so it cannot shift, with the record in its sleeve and the mailer folded and locked without tape. It resists the corner crush and bending that warp records in transit far better than a standard box.
What size mailer do I need for a 12 inch LP?
A 12 inch LP mailer has an interior around 12.5 inches square to hold the jacket snugly. For a 7 inch single, use a 7 inch mailer around 7.5 inches square. For multi disc sets, size up to the stack thickness so the discs stay flat.
Can a record mailer prevent warping?
A snug, rigid mailer sharply reduces the flexing and pressure that cause warps, especially when the record travels flat and cannot shift. Add board stiffeners for heavy or valuable pressings, and avoid leaving parcels in hot vehicles, which is a separate cause of warping.
Is there a minimum order for custom record mailers?
No. We make custom vinyl record mailers with no minimum order, so an independent label or store can order the exact size and quantity, from a small first pressing to a full run, at the best price.
