Master Copy (Noun)
Meaning
An original creation (i.e., an audio recording) from which copies can be made.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The studio engineer carefully stored the master copy of the album in a secure location to prevent damage or loss.
- Before duplicating the CDs, the manufacturer ensured that they had a high-quality master copy to work from.
- The band had to recreate the master copy of their song after the original recording was destroyed in a studio fire.
- To produce a vinyl record, a pressing plant needs a master copy of the audio in a specific format and quality.
- A backup master copy of the live concert recording was stored off-site in case the primary copy was lost or damaged.