Graduation Vinyl Record Gift

Yes — for almost any graduation, and especially when you want to give something that doesn't disappear by the following week. A custom vinyl record plays their songs, shows their photos on the cover, and captures a moment in a format that lasts. It's personal in a way no generic gift can match — built specifically for them, and for nobody else.

A graduation vinyl record gift is a real, playable vinyl record made with the graduate's photos on the cover and their chosen songs pressed inside. It works on any standard turntable. Unlike a framed photo or a digital playlist, it combines a visual keepsake with an audio experience — something they can hold, display, and play for the rest of their life.

The songs you choose. The photos that go on the cover. The decision to make something that took thought, instead of something that took ten minutes to order. A graduation vinyl record is meaningful because it's built around one person's story — not around what was on sale. That's the difference. And when they put it on the turntable and it plays, that's when they feel it.

Yes. Instead of songs — or alongside them — you can include voice messages from the people who love the graduate. Each person records something personal: a memory, a piece of advice, a wish for what comes next. Henry edits the audio and presses it all on vinyl. They put it on the turntable and hear everyone at once. If you want to do this, contact Henry before ordering and he'll guide you through the process and confirm the total audio time that fits on your chosen size.

Start with the feeling, not the genre. The songs that were playing during those years — in the car, in the dorm, at the parties and the hard nights. The ones that defined that chapter. Then add one or two from whoever is giving the gift: the song that reminds you of them, or the one you'd dedicate. The playlist section above has four categories to help you get started.

Yes — and some of the best records we've made started this way. Every person picks one song, or records a voice message. The songs go on Side A and B. The group photo goes on the cover. One record from the whole group — something the graduate could never have made themselves. It also works beautifully when a class wants to give their teacher a record: the songs from their year together, the group photo on the cover, a thank you that plays. If you're organizing a group record, contact Henry and he'll coordinate the process from the start.

For most graduation gifts, the 12-inch is the right choice. It holds up to 20 minutes of audio per side — enough for a full graduation playlist — and the larger format makes the cover artwork dramatically more impactful. The 7-inch holds up to 6 minutes per side and starts at $54.97; the 12-inch starts at $129.97. If you're adding voice messages from multiple people or building a group gift, the 12-inch gives you the space you need. Colored vinyl is also available for an extra visual impact — especially for a group or class gift where the cover matters as much as the music.

Graduation vinyl records start at $54.97 for the 7-inch and $129.97 for the 12-inch. Shipping to the US, Canada, and Europe is free. Use code GRADUATIONVINYL for 10% off your order. For group orders or custom requests, contact Henry directly for a quote.

You receive their art proof within 24 hours of submitting your photos and songs. Production takes approximately 7–10 days after you approve the design. Standard shipping to the US and Canada is free and takes around 10 business days after the record ships. For a graduation ceremony or party, order at least 3 weeks in advance to leave room. Graduation season runs May–June and December — order early to guarantee your delivery date.

Yes — high school, college, nursing school, law school, medical school, PhD, MBA, dance academy, or any program that deserves to be marked with something real. Every record is custom-built, so the occasion is whatever you make it. The songs and photos you choose are what make it graduation-specific, not the record itself.

The standard timeline is 3–4 weeks from order to delivery. If the graduation is coming up quickly, contact Henry directly before ordering and he'll let you know what's possible given your date. Rush production may be available depending on the current queue.

Yes. Shipping to the US, Canada, and Europe is free. For other international destinations, shipping costs and timelines vary — contact Henry before ordering so he can confirm the delivery window for your country. International orders should be placed well in advance of the graduation date.