Our DCP Services

DCP Services

2K DCP – Downloadable package only

• 25 Minutes or Less ($110)
• 26-40 Minutes ($250)
• 41-120 Minutes ($400)
• 121-180 Minutes ($600)
• Anything over 180 minutes is a custom quote
• Add a USB hard drive for only $100 with order.

Turnaround Times

• 10+ Day Turnaround – No Additional Charge
• 3-10 Day Turnaround – you need it now. $100
• 24-72 Hour Turnaround – $250

Add-On DCP Services (with New DCPs Only)

• 4K DCP Upgrade – $150 (additional charge)
• Stereo Upmix to 3 channel (L/R and Center) – $150 *SEE NOTE BELOW
• Add Subtitles  – $100 **SEE NOTE BELOW
• Add separate audio stems – $150

Add-On DCP Services (can be ordered after DCP is created)

• DCP Validation Report for Theatrical Playback – $40
• Additional USB 3.0 Linux formatted external hard drive – $150 (2-Day FedEx Shipping Included)
  • This is for DCPs we make. If you need a hard drive for an already-made DCP, please contact us.
• Add a theatre-ready CRU-DX115 drive – $350 (Turnaround is dependent on stock on hand)

Turnaround time takes effect once invoices are paid and assets are received.

All prices for DCP Services are based on “ready-to-go” files. If your file does not pass quality control, we will let you know what the issues/concerns are before proceeding.

All pricing models include a digital download link for digital orders, and FedEx standard shipping within the US if ordering physical goods. If you need overnight shipping or courier delivery, additional fees will apply.

Your countdown begins, once we have verified your master file and received payment! We ship and deliver digital downloads by the final day.

NOTES:

* Stereo Upmix to 3 channel (L/R and Center)  is a process that analyzes common signals in both the L and R channels (usually dialogue) and moves it to the center channel.

• If the audio is a true stereo mix, there will be a separation of signals on the L/R/C channels with the center channel absorbing dialogue signals.
• If your stereo mix is mono on both channels, you may end up with the center channel absorbing most of the sound. Both are acceptable and often preferred.
• We typically do this in scenarios where 5.1 mixes are required, such as for Academy-qualifying screenings or festivals.
• We do recommend having your original sound designer create this or a 5.1 mix from the original sound design.
• This process is only recommended when it is the only option available.
• It is always recommended to listen to your final DCP mix in a theatrical setting to ensure it sounds acceptable and as intended. This is a signal-based process; therefore, we are not responsible for any variations in sound that are not intended.

** Captions/Subtitles – we can accept these in various formats including SRT. You must provide the subtitles, we do not create them For additional formation, visit the FAQs page under the Prepare Your DCP tab.

Please contact us if you have questions.

Blu-Ray and DVD Options ** SEE NOTE BELOW

• DVD Backup (Autoplay Only, no menus, one source) – $200 *SEE NOTE BELOW
• BluRay Backup (Autoplay Only, no menus, one source) – $200 *SEE NOTE BELOW
• Add a Menu with Sound Selection for Stereo & Surround – $100
• Duplication-ready DVD Master  – $500 ***SEE NOTE BELOW
• Duplication-ready Blu-Ray Master  – $500 ***SEE NOTE BELOW
• Additional DVD copies – $20 each
• Additional Blu-Ray copies – $25 each

NOTES:

* Creating DVD/Blu-Ray files does require re-encoding files and may result in degraded quality from the original file.

** We do not create graphics; physical media is for master copies and backups.

*** DVD and Blu-Ray masters include one copy on physical media and ISO file for duplication/replication. Price also includes up to three static menus and six different media elements.

For widest available compatibility DVDs are authored as single-layer DVD5 (4.7GB, 120 minutes, with 4.28 GB of actual storage). Blu-Rays are authored as single-layer 25GB.

If adding menus please include ready-to-go 1920 x 1080 images for each menu. Specify which media elements you would like on each menu. If available, you can send us title art as a transparent PNG.

Turnaround time takes effect once invoices are paid and assets are received on all DCP Services and Blu-ray and/or DVD packages.

All prices for our DCP Services are based on “ready-to-go” files. If your file does not pass quality control, we will let you know what the issues/concerns are before proceeding.

All pricing models include a digital download link and USPS priority mail shipping within the US if ordering a hard drive. If you need overnight shipping or courier delivery, additional fees will apply.

Please contact us if you have questions.

We can provide the following:

• Complete 2K and 4K Digital Cinema Packages (DCP)
• We do a quality control evaluation both the submitted file and the final DCP
• 6-month download access for your DCP through Dropbox
• Linux DCP formatted hard drive USB 3.0 or a theatre ready CRU-DX115 drive.
• Priority mail delivery (2-3 days) of your hard drive (if ordered)
• We can communicate with a festival or theatre technician to insure compatibility
• For physical media (DVD or Blu-Ray) we can provide a single, autoplay movie in stereo; a movie with one menu for stereo or surround options; a movie with three static menus and six media elements.

What you provide:

• A master file –
  • Preferred: HD ProRes 4:2:2 or 4:2:2 HQ with stereo or 5.1 sound
  • We can take most standard formats such s MP4 or MOV.
  • Contact us if you have a different file format
  • Do not have countdowns, color bars or anything extra. Our DCP Services process your movie “as is” when delivered.
  • REMEMBER: Your DCP will only be as good as the file you submit to us. Errors on the big screen or more likely to be accented rather than diminished.
• Multichannel audio (5.1) must be one (1) track of audio (with 6 channels), not 6 tracks of individual mono channels;  also do not provide a stereo pair on channels 7/8 or any additional wild tracks.
• For DVD or Blu-Ray authoring, provide the same type of movie file as outlined below for DCPs.
• For DVD or Blu-Ray authoring, if we are creating menus, please send preferred (static) artwork for menus and let us know what elements you would like on each menu.
• For single-movie DVD/Blu-Ray auto play, please send a stereo file. If you need surround added, this will have to be the additional menu option or mastering for duplication option.

The process for DCP Services:

• Deliver your master file digitally or send it via mail
  • We prefer you use our file server to upload directly to us.
  • Digital files can  easily be sent via Dropbox or Aspera. We avoid most other transfer services.
• Once we receive and verify your file, we will send an invoice
• When the invoice is paid, we will begin your order for DCP Services or Blu-ray/DVD packages.
• In most cases it takes us 11-14 business days
• You will then receive a link where festivals/theatres/you can download your files and/or we will send them via FedEx
• We will send the hard drive and/or physical media to one location within the USA if you order a drive.

Please contact us if you have questions.

Custom Quote for Add-On DCP Services

Please contact us for a custom quote regarding the following services.

If you have received a custom quote from us, you can pay for the DCP Services and/or Blu-ray/DVD packages, and enter the details as discussed (cut and paste preferred) here:

CUSTOM QUOTES

Once you have ordered your DCP Services, you can send us the files in the following ways:

Make sure you have read the file guidelines listed on the FAQ Page.

Please contact us with any questions prior to sending your files.

Preferred: Upload Files Directly To Us Here

Or: Send us files via Dropbox, Google Drive, WeTransfer, Aspera, etc.

Need to mail a drive? If you are sending us a hard drive, please contact us.

Note: Physical Media (hard drives) will not be returned.  Digital delivery is always preferred.

If you have questions about DCP Services or Blu-ray/DVD packages, Contact Us.