2. What is a digipak
• A digipak is a type of packaging for CD’s or DVD’s,
typically made from cardboard with an internal
plastic holder for one or more discs.
• Digipak-style packaging is often used for CD
singles or special edition versions CD albums.
• Typically consist of gatefold (book-style)
paperboard or card stock outer binding, with one
or more plastic trays capable of holding a CD or
DVD attached to the inside generic.
• They commonly include a DVD, lyric book, artist
photos or imagery and a track list.
3. DVD Digipaks
• The DVD digipak is a popular alternative to the
DVD box which is now widely used for feature
film DVD releases which are special editions
because it increases the value and creates a
premium product.
• Can be made from recycled card and
producing the digipak uses much less plastic.
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4. What is a jewel case?
• A jewel CD case is a compact disc case that has
been used since the compact disc was first
released in 1982.
• The case consists of three pieces of plastic
constructed into a book like style and contains a
tray to hold the disc.
• The back card typically provides a table of
contents for the disc while the front facing inserts
will display artwork, logo’s or titles with
additional information in the proceeding insert
pages.
5. Digipak V.S Jewel Case
• CD digipaks give a more expensive professional
look and feel to the consumers in comparison to
jewel cases.
• Digipaks is an extremely versatile packaging and
are virtually shatterproof. They also allow great
graphic design and very inexpensive prices.
• Jewel cases are much easier to break/damage
and more likely to show wear over time.
• Digipaks are also a more environmentally friendly
option as they can be made from recycled
materials in comparison to jewel cases.
6. History of a digipak
• Digipaks were first created by MeadWestvaco,
and their product, called digipak, is
trademarked.
• As digipaks became more popular, they began
to be used by more manufacturers.
• Originally used for the album packaging of
leading musicians, the digipak and digipak
family are now priced reasonably enough to
be used for any CD or DVD project.
7. Dimensions
• Most digipaks are often 5.5” x 5.5” or (14cm x 14cm)
standard.
• (Based on a standard 4pp digipak): finished size of
139.5mm x 6mm x 125.5mm
• However they can come in custom sizes as the panels can
be increased from 4 to 6, 8 or more.
• They are made from a custom printed card packaging that
can hold one or more CD’s which are held in place with
plastic trays (CD flexitrays) which are glued into the digipak.
• 300gsm card with matt or gloss varnish. Printed 4 colours
(CMYK) or pantone colours.
• Also available in spot varnish, lamination and embossing.
