Cutting record vinyl is a process of creating a physical recording of sound by mechanically carving a spiral groove into a flat disc made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC). The groove is modulated with a signal that represents the sound, and when a stylus is placed in the groove and rotated, the vibrations in the groove are converted back into an electrical signal that can be amplified and played back.
Cutting record vinyl has been used for over a century to record and reproduce music, and it remains a popular format for audiophiles and collectors. Vinyl records offer a warm, rich sound that many people find more pleasing than digital recordings. They are also relatively inexpensive to produce, which makes them a good option for independent musicians and small record labels.