Custom CD Jackets

Updated 2026-10-06

Custom CD jackets are folding paperboard sleeves that hold a disc in a slot or pocket, used by bands, labels, churches, podcasters and software or training publishers. Options include two-, four- and six-panel layouts, side or top slots, booklet pockets, matte or gloss finishes and spot UV. Send your panel count, quantity and artwork, and a specialist replies with pricing.

Two, four or six panels
Disc slots and booklet pockets
Full album art on every panel
Matte, gloss or spot UV

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Choosing a CD jacket for your release

A CD jacket replaces the plastic jewel case with a paperboard sleeve that folds like a small book. The disc slides into a slot cut into one panel or into a glued pocket, and the outer panels carry the cover art, track list and credits. Custom CD jackets are lighter and slimmer than jewel cases, which makes them easy to sell at shows, mail to fans and store in quantity.

A two-panel jacket is a simple folded sleeve with one disc slot. Four-panel jackets add space for lyrics, liner notes or a second disc, and six-panel jackets fold out for deluxe and multi-disc releases. SBS paperboard prints sharp photography, while uncoated or kraft board gives a handmade, vintage feel. Matte lamination resists fingerprints, and spot UV or foil on the title adds a premium touch.

Plan the artwork panel by panel with the fold order in mind, so the cover, spine and back read correctly when closed. Custom cd jacket printing templates mark slots, folds and bleed areas, and we share one for your chosen layout. Keep track lists and credits clear of the slot. For merch tables, a jacket design that matches your vinyl sleeve or poster keeps the release consistent.

Popular uses

Band and artist albums
Record label releases
Church and choir recordings
Audiobooks and spoken word
Training and software discs
Wedding and event keepsakes

Specifications

Size	Any custom size or shape
Stocks	Paper, kraft, cardstock, vinyl and specialty papers
Printing	Full colour CMYK and Pantone (PMS) spot colours
Finishes	Matte or gloss, foil, spot UV, die-cut shapes
Proof	Digital proof before production

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Options for custom cd jackets

Panel layouts

Two-panel sleeves, four-panel jackets and six-panel fold-outs, chosen by how much space you need for art, notes and the number of discs.

Disc holders

Side or top slots die cut into a panel, or glued pockets that hold the disc, plus extra pockets for booklets and lyric sheets.

Board choices

SBS paperboard for sharp photography and color, or uncoated and kraft board for a textured, handmade feel that suits indie releases.

Printing

Full-color printing on every panel, inside and out, laid out on a template that marks folds, slots and bleed before production.

Finishes

Matte or gloss lamination, soft-touch coating, spot UV and foil stamping on album titles and logos for special, limited or deluxe editions.

Matching inserts

Printed booklets, lyric cards and download cards sized to fit the jacket pockets, so the whole release is designed together.

How it works

Ordering custom cd jackets

Get a free quote

Request a quote
Tell us the box style, size, quantity and where it ships.
Get pricing and a proof
A specialist confirms options and sends a digital proof of your design.
Approve and print
Nothing goes to press until you approve the proof.
Delivered to your door
Boxes ship to your address in the USA or Canada.

FAQ

Custom CD Jackets: questions answered

Still unsure? Ask a packaging specialist.

What is a CD jacket?

A CD jacket is a folding paperboard sleeve that holds a disc in a slot or pocket instead of a plastic jewel case. It folds like a small book, with printed panels for cover art, track list, credits and liner notes.

What is the difference between a two, four and six panel CD jacket?

The number refers to printed panels. A two-panel jacket is a simple folded sleeve with one slot. Four panels add room for notes or a second disc. Six panels fold out for deluxe or multi-disc releases with more artwork.

Can I get a template for custom CD jacket printing?

Yes. Once you choose a layout, we share a template that marks every fold, slot, pocket and bleed line. Place your artwork on it and send it back, and the digital proof will confirm the result.

Are CD jackets better than jewel cases?

They are lighter, slimmer and less prone to cracking, which suits merch tables and mail orders. Jewel cases offer a more rigid, traditional look. Many artists choose jackets for their printed surface area and easier shipping.

How do I get pricing for custom CD jackets?

Send the panel layout, disc holder type, board choice, finishes, quantity and artwork through the quote form. A specialist replies with pricing and a layout template for your artwork, and you approve a digital proof before production.

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