Our Certified Framers
Dejay Products, LLC (Dejaygold)
Location: 8016 Durango St SW Ste B-6, Lakewood, WA 98499
Office: 253-212-2690
Dejay Products, LLC, also known as Dejaygold, is a leading provider of music industry awards, owned and operated by Mike and Chuck. The company specializes in creating a wide range of premium-quality awards to commemorate significant achievements within the music industry. Operating under the name Award Framers International, Dejaygold designs and crafts awards that celebrate key milestones and successes for artists, recognizing their hard work and dedication. With a commitment to excellence, Mike and Chuck have built a reputation for their detailed craftsmanship and dedication to honoring artists with awards that not only symbolize success but also inspire and motivate further achievements.
Gold Record Creations
We have gone to flea markets, garage sales, online, record conventions, and even our friends' basements to purchase sealed records. Sealed records are ideal for plating. We metallize these records using the same process as the music award records you see in places like Hard Rock Café, Rock 'n' Roll museums, or a rock star's den. The records receive a metallic coating through a multi-step electroplating process. We are proudly registered and affiliated with MRAA, ensuring the highest standards in record certification.
The Music Recording Arts Association (MRAA) has established a comprehensive certification process to provide validation and proof of achievement for both indie and mainstream entertainment professionals. By utilizing a range of high-end and low-end framers, MRAA ensures that artists at all levels have access to professional recognition.
MRAA's Process and Reasoning
Process:
Selection of Records: MRAA sources sealed records from various places, including flea markets, garage sales, online platforms, record conventions, and even friends' basements. Sealed records are chosen for their pristine condition, making them ideal for plating.
Electroplating: These records undergo a multi-step electroplating process. This involves applying a metallic coating to the records, similar to the process used for the music award records displayed in places like Hard Rock Café, Rock 'n' Roll museums, or a rock star's den.
Framing: MRAA offers a range of framing options, from high-end to low-end, with prices ranging from $50 to $1,000. This range allows artists to choose a framing option that fits their budget while still receiving a professionally recognized award.
Reasoning:
Accessibility: By offering a variety of framing options, MRAA ensures that independent artists, as well as mainstream professionals, can afford to have their achievements recognized. This inclusivity supports artists at all stages of their careers.
Professional Recognition: MRAA's certification process provides a tangible symbol of success. This recognition can be used by artists to validate their achievements, whether they're presenting to potential collaborators, record labels, or fans.
Benefits of High-End and Low-End Framers
High-End Framers: These provide a luxurious and prestigious presentation, often preferred by established artists or those aiming to make a significant impact. They offer superior materials and craftsmanship, enhancing the perceived value of the award.
Low-End Framers: These offer an affordable option without compromising on the recognition aspect. They are ideal for indie artists who are beginning their careers or those with limited budgets, ensuring they can still proudly display their achievements.
Definitions
Electroplating: A process that uses electrical current to reduce dissolved metal cations so that they form a coherent metal coating on an electrode. This technique is used to create the metallic coating on the records.
Certification: The process of providing a formal statement of authenticity and achievement. In the context of MRAA, this involves recognizing an artist's accomplishment in the music industry.
Quote from Barry Gordy
Barry Gordy, the founder of Motown Records, once said, “Music is what lives and never dies. The music recognition and success of an artist are what remain long after the records stop spinning.”
This quote encapsulates the essence of MRAA's mission. By providing certification and professional framing options, MRAA helps ensure that an artist's success is recognized and remembered, adding to the legacy of their musical journey.
In summary, MRAA's certification process and range of framing options cater to a wide spectrum of artists, from indie to mainstream, providing them with a credible and lasting symbol of their achievements. This approach not only validates their success but also supports their ongoing professional endeavors.