Recycled Vinyl
Quality and durability in a single vinyl
Made from 100% recycled materials, this vinyl comes from recycling at our production site in Villaines-la-Juhel.
In addition to the classic black version, MPO also offers a coloured version, offering even more creative possibilities for your eco-responsible projects.
Un processus de recyclage maîtrisé
Combining recycling and creativity
A black version, made from production scraps, non-conforming vinyl or your unsold stock, whether black or coloured.
A coloured version offering a marbled, opaque finish.
The spectrum of colours obtained depends on the colours in stock from MPO recycling.
100% recycled vinyl
Why recycle vinyl records?
Recycling old vinyl records has many benefits for both the environment and artists:
- Lower environmental impact
- An ethical and responsible approach in the music industry
- Diverse choices for artists
- Compliance with environmental standards (DIN)
Significant reduction in carbon footprint
Choosing our recycled vinyl means making a concrete choice for the environment:
- Over 50% reduction in carbon footprint compared to standard vinyl.
- Up to 98% reduction in emissions by favoring maritime transport.
- These figures illustrate our commitment to offering sustainable and responsible solutions to our customers.
Unique and eco-friendly discs
Local and responsible production
Each recycled vinyl has a marbled, opaque appearance, making each piece unique.
This distinctive aesthetic is achieved through the natural variations in recycled materials, resulting in a product that is both environmentally friendly and visually appealing.
Our factory, located in Villaines la Juhel in Mayenne, is the largest in France dedicated to vinyl manufacturing.
By producing locally, we support the regional economy.
The ins and outs of recycled vinyl
Discover the behind-the-scenes process at MPO for making recycled vinyl. A 100% integrated process from the recovery of unsold items to pressing, including the treatment of recycled material.
Classic vinyl vs recycled vinyl
The Vinyl Showdown at MPO!
Which will win: standard vinyl or recycled vinyl?
Spoiler alert: the environment always wins with eco-friendly choices!
Un vinyle recyclé a-t-il une qualité sonore équivalente à un vinyle classique ?
Oui. Grâce à notre processus de purification et de repressage, la qualité audio reste conforme aux standards professionnels.
D'où viennent les matériaux recyclés utilisés ?
Ils proviennent de disques invendus ou défectueux collectés auprès de nos clients, partenaires et de notre propre production.
Les vinyles recyclés sont-ils disponibles dans différents formats ?
Oui. Le vinyle recyclé peut être pressé en 12’’, 10’’ ou 7’’, comme un vinyle classique, en fonction de vos besoins.
Peut-on personnaliser un vinyle recyclé (pochette, visuels, étiquette) ?
Absolument. La personnalisation reste complète : macarons, pochettes imprimées, finitions spéciales, etc.
Quelle est la différence visuelle entre un vinyle classique et un vinyle recyclé ?
Le vinyle recyclé a un aspect marbré et opaque, chaque disque étant unique en raison des variations naturelles du matériau.
Est-ce une production française ?
Oui. Tous nos vinyles recyclés sont produits localement dans notre usine de Mayenne, en France.
Quel est le gain environnemental réel ?
Jusqu’à 50 % de réduction de l’empreinte carbone par rapport à un vinyle standard, et jusqu’à 98 % si le transport maritime est privilégié.