Leerecs
Cassettes on Demand Music Distribution
Sell cassette tapes to fans without pressing hundreds upfront. On-demand manufacturing, no minimums, full artwork.
How Cassettes on Demand Works
Traditional cassette pressing requires ordering 100–500 copies minimum, paying $500–$2,000 upfront, and storing the inventory. On-demand cassette manufacturing inverts this: each cassette is produced only when a fan orders it.
On Leerecs, the workflow is:
- Artist uploads audio and artwork for the release
- Artist enables the cassette format and sets a price
- Fan browses Leerecs, finds the cassette, and places an order
- Leerecs routes the order to the manufacturing partner
- Cassette is produced and shipped directly to the fan
- Artist receives proceeds minus manufacturing cost and platform fee
Cassette Resurgence in Numbers
Cassette sales in the US have grown every year since 2016. Independent artists have driven most of the growth. The format carries strong aesthetic and cultural associations with indie rock, lo-fi, punk, and alternative music.
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FAQ
What is cassettes-on-demand music distribution?
Cassettes-on-demand means cassette tapes are manufactured individually as each order is placed — no upfront bulk order required.
Is there a minimum order for cassettes on Leerecs?
No. There is no minimum order quantity. Cassettes can be sold one at a time on demand.
What genres sell cassettes best?
Indie rock, lo-fi, alternative, metal, punk, synthwave, and hip-hop artists have seen the strongest cassette sales.