I am currently working on a solo cd., I guy who hires me out to play musicals has offered me free studio time in exchange for playing on rehearsal cd's of some musicals he has written. Anyway, my question concerns the options to having to hire out a company to duplicate and package the product, I have a burner, so I'm really not worried about the duplication process, it's more about how to come up with quality looking cd labels and inserts, as well as cds and jewel cases that are of industry standards. I want the product to look professional, not homemade.
Also, will I be saving much money doing the duplication and packaging myself?