Does the length of an album determine whether it should be pressed on double vinyl or not? When does the sound quality begin to be affected? I read an article saying you shouldn't go over 22 minutes per side so if an album is over 40 minutes should the artist/label consider doing double LP? I'm sure more goes into the sound quality of vinyl. Just wanted to start a little discussion during my lunch break.

Recommended Optimal and Maximum Times for Sides for Vinyl:

12" @33 1/3 RPM:
OPTIMAL - 12 to 14 minutes per side
MAXIMUM - 22 minutes per side

12" @45 RPM:
OPTIMAL - 9 minutes per side
MAXIMUM - 15 minutes per side

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