THE RECORD WORKSHOP

Turn audio into record grooves.

A free WAV and MP3 to STL, SVG and DXF converter for laser-cut and 3D-printed records.

Choose your audio

WAV / MP3

Drop WAV or MP3 files here, or choose filesMono or stereo · mixed to mono for the groove

Gap between tracks seconds

Set the start and length separately for each track. Start defaults to 0; leave length blank to use the full track, or all remaining audio after its start time. All tracks and silent gaps must fit on one record side. If they exceed capacity, shorten individual tracks or remove them. Start with a short test.

Set up your record

Machine presetOutput format

RIAA pre-emphasisUse when playing through a phono preamp.

Fine-tune geometry & output

Blank values use the preset. The report shows your final geometry.

STL modulation

Split paths into separate filesCompact DXF (LWPOLYLINE)Report only — skip record files

Your record files

Ready when you are.

Choose your audio and machine. Your files and a geometry report will appear here.

Files are temporary and are removed automatically.

BEFORE YOU MAKE IT

A little lo-fi. A lot of character.

These grooves make real, playable records with a crackly, telephone-like sound. Check your dimensions after importing, and make a short test first.

For laser files, score the groove first, then cut the hole and outline. For prints, put the grooved face up.

From the first file to the first playback

Choose a method and learn how geometry, material, and fabrication settings shape the result. The converter runs in your browser with audio processing on the server.

3D-printed records

Convert a WAV or MP3 into an STL record. Compare resin and FDM grooves, choose a preset, and prepare a short playback test.

Laser-cut records

Create record grooves from WAV or MP3 audio for LightBurn, xTool, and Glowforge. Learn about kerf, path splitting, layers, and test cuts.

Bambu printing settings

Starting settings for printing record grooves with 0.4 mm and 0.2 mm nozzles: pitch, layer height, orientation, and troubleshooting.

How grooves work

Understand how Make a Record encodes WAV or MP3 audio in a spiral, and how RPM, groove pitch, sample rate, and modulation affect the result.

A1 mini records

Make a 170 mm record STL for the Bambu A1 mini. Compare 0.4 and 0.2 mm nozzle presets, check bed clearance, and plan a short playback test.

200 mm FDM records

Convert WAV or MP3 audio into a 200 mm STL record for smaller FDM beds. Check printer fit, preserve groove dimensions, and inspect 0.4 mm nozzle toolpaths.

Quick test discs

Use a short WAV or MP3 excerpt to make a 120 mm test record in STL, DXF, or SVG. Check groove fabrication and compare generated audio with real playback.

Can I upload an MP3?

Yes. Upload a WAV or MP3 directly—no conversion beforehand is needed. Both formats support clip selection and all record presets. Stereo audio is mixed to mono, and the listening preview is supplied as a WAV. Use an original WAV when available to avoid the quality loss of MP3 compression.

What can I make?

Export DXF for LightBurn, SVG for xTool P2S or Glowforge, and STL for resin or Bambu/FDM printers. The presets are starting geometries; verify the dimensions and test a short clip on your equipment. A compatible cutter or printer is required to fabricate the record.

Will it sound like a commercial record?

Expect experimental, lo-fi audio. The download includes a preview of the signal encoded into the groove. Real playback also depends on your machine, material, stylus, and disc flatness. Read more about the method and its limitations.