How long do they take to produce?

Currently, manufacturing plants are operating at about 4-6 weeks from when they receive the artwork, payment, and audio files. Make sure you talk to your sales rep ahead of time. Check out Duplication.ca they are a great company I’ve worked with.

Do the side lengths need to be equal?

It is ideal if both side A and side B have relatively the same amount of music, it’s a better experience for the listener. If your tracklisting doesn’t line-up perfectly, silence is okay, or you can add a b-side to the shorter side.

Should I manufacture them or make them myself?

My friends at Totally Real Records and Painted Blonde do a great job at making them at home. But professionally made tapes are also really cool and a require less time, but more money.e.