Best CD Label Making program? - Tilted Forum Project Discussion Community

Grondar · 08-20-2004, 12:13 PM

Hiya everyone.

Recently, I've been using Roxio's CD Label making software, and while it suffices, it is very limiting to the point where I have to make 2 seperate save files; one for the CD and another for the label.

Are any of you familiar with a better and more functional CD Label Making program?

I don't really have complaints with Roxio, but I'm just curious if there is anything better out there.

Thanks!

sailor · 08-20-2004, 12:22 PM

One thing you may want to consider is that some people have found that applying labels to CD-Rs negatively affects their longevity. I dont have any personal experience to back this up, but it is something that has been thrown around and something you may want to consider.

steveincolumbus · 08-23-2004, 06:22 PM

damn got to design cd covers tonight and just happend to see this post.....

thriolith · 08-26-2004, 10:24 AM

CD Box Labeler Pro is fairly good, I've used it more than a few times.
http://www.gpsoftuk.com/prod_cdbox.asp

Locobot · 08-27-2004, 11:21 AM

I recommend a printer that will print directly on the cd, this is fairly common with newer models.

sashime76 · 08-28-2004, 07:57 AM

Surething CD Labeler is what I use, wide range of features.

jackroberts · 12-04-2004, 01:17 PM

I have some CDs which just have black print directly on the CD itself. I would like to reproduce this on clear labels which I could put on my duplicate CDs. I am able to scan in the original CDs, but cannot get rid of the background color/gray from the silver-colored disc itself.

Is there any way with Photoshop or other software that I could "extract" just the printing (letters, logos, etc.) from the scan, so that when I printed it to a clear label it will look approximately like the original?

I prefer to take copies to work or in my car, so if I lose them my original is still safe at home. I am not looking for an OCD on this, something easier if possible.

Suggestions?

brandon11983 · 12-04-2004, 04:56 PM

I have Avery's AfterBurner system at home. I think it is one of the best out there for two reasons. 1. It uses "full face" labels and only has a whole in the very middle for the disc to sit on a spindle. and 2. The applicator smooths from the inside out, which pretty much eliminates bubbles in the label (I've never had one bubble)

ratiocination · 12-04-2004, 10:00 PM

I use Nero's Cd label maker which has never failed for me. It just requires a little getting used to because it is not very user friendly. After that, it's all systems go

jackroberts · 12-04-2004, 10:03 PM

A friend loaned me his Memorex label system and blank label forms, they work pretty well and I am happy with the label application device.

Just that one pesky issue I am trying to solve.

Thanks for your input.

cataklysm · 12-05-2004, 03:57 PM

I'm a fan of Nero Ultra 6.0, it's relatively easy (after a small learning curve) yet still very powerful

08-20-2004, 12:13 PM	#1 (permalink)
Grondar Junkie Location: Pa, USA	Best CD Label Making program? Hiya everyone. Recently, I've been using Roxio's CD Label making software, and while it suffices, it is very limiting to the point where I have to make 2 seperate save files; one for the CD and another for the label. Are any of you familiar with a better and more functional CD Label Making program? I don't really have complaints with Roxio, but I'm just curious if there is anything better out there. Thanks! __________________ "Yes, I rather like this God fellow. He's very theatrical, you know, a pestilence here, a plague there. Omnipotence. Gotta get me some of that." -Stewie

08-20-2004, 12:22 PM	#2 (permalink)
sailor beauty in the breakdown Location: Chapel Hill, NC	One thing you may want to consider is that some people have found that applying labels to CD-Rs negatively affects their longevity. I dont have any personal experience to back this up, but it is something that has been thrown around and something you may want to consider. __________________ "Good people do not need laws to tell them to act responsibly, while bad people will find a way around the laws." --Plato

08-26-2004, 10:24 AM	#4 (permalink)
thriolith Insane Location: Toronto	CD Box Labeler Pro is fairly good, I've used it more than a few times. http://www.gpsoftuk.com/prod_cdbox.asp __________________ - Thriolith

12-04-2004, 04:56 PM	#8 (permalink)
brandon11983 Stereophonic Location: Chitown!!	I have Avery's AfterBurner system at home. I think it is one of the best out there for two reasons. 1. It uses "full face" labels and only has a whole in the very middle for the disc to sit on a spindle. and 2. The applicator smooths from the inside out, which pretty much eliminates bubbles in the label (I've never had one bubble) __________________ Well behaved women rarely make history.

12-05-2004, 03:57 PM	#11 (permalink)
cataklysm Tilted Location: New York	I'm a fan of Nero Ultra 6.0, it's relatively easy (after a small learning curve) yet still very powerful __________________ --Cataklysm--

08-23-2004, 06:22 PM	#3 (permalink)
steveincolumbus Psycho Location: BFE, Kentucky	damn got to design cd covers tonight and just happend to see this post.....

08-27-2004, 11:21 AM	#5 (permalink)
Locobot is awesome!	I recommend a printer that will print directly on the cd, this is fairly common with newer models.

08-28-2004, 07:57 AM	#6 (permalink)
sashime76 Addict Location: Hoosier State	Surething CD Labeler is what I use, wide range of features.

12-04-2004, 01:17 PM	#7 (permalink)
jackroberts Upright	I have some CDs which just have black print directly on the CD itself. I would like to reproduce this on clear labels which I could put on my duplicate CDs. I am able to scan in the original CDs, but cannot get rid of the background color/gray from the silver-colored disc itself. Is there any way with Photoshop or other software that I could "extract" just the printing (letters, logos, etc.) from the scan, so that when I printed it to a clear label it will look approximately like the original? I prefer to take copies to work or in my car, so if I lose them my original is still safe at home. I am not looking for an OCD on this, something easier if possible. Suggestions?

12-04-2004, 10:00 PM	#9 (permalink)
ratiocination Tilted	I use Nero's Cd label maker which has never failed for me. It just requires a little getting used to because it is not very user friendly. After that, it's all systems go

12-04-2004, 10:03 PM	#10 (permalink)
jackroberts Upright	A friend loaned me his Memorex label system and blank label forms, they work pretty well and I am happy with the label application device. Just that one pesky issue I am trying to solve. Thanks for your input.