M
Mint
We don't use this grade as it implies perfection, so any record approaching this standard is listed as Mint Minus (M-).
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Record Grading Guide
Our grading describes the condition of the actual record offered for sale. Records are checked carefully, and many listings include an audio sample from the copy you will receive.
Where a record / 45 has a sleeve grade, this indicates that it has a picture sleeve Where two grades are shown, the sleeve is listed first and the record second—for example, VG / VG+ A missing sleeve grade means the item is record-only or cover-only as described.
M−
Mint Minus
Vinyl: Plays near perfectly, with only possible very minor marks. Cover: Only the slightest signs of normal wear.
EX
Excellent
Almost Mint Minus, but not quite. A very clean copy with only light signs of careful use.
VG+
Very Good Plus
Vinyl: May show marks and some wear but plays throughout with only slight crackles or pops, possibly with light noise at the beginning. Cover: Shows normal signs of wear.
VG
Very Good
Vinyl: The defects found on a VG+ copy are more pronounced. Surface noise, clicks or pops may be more noticeable, especially in quieter passages, intros and fades, but should not overpower the music. Cover: Normal used wear such as ring wear or split seams.
VG−
Very Good Minus
Vinyl: May have continuous crackles, pops, label wear or similar faults, but not so severe that the music is completely unlistenable to the casual listener.
G+
Good Plus
Heavily marked or scratched, but expected to play through.
G
Good
A heavily worn copy intended for die-hard collectors. The record may be heavily marked or scratched; the cover may be very worn or ripped.
Sleeves and labels
Writing on a sleeve or label reduces the grade as appropriate. A 45 listed with a graded sleeve has a picture sleeve. PLN means a white, brown or other plain paper sleeve.
About scans
All 45s and singles are supplied in a white or brown generic paper sleeve unless a picture cover is stated. A manufacturer sleeve shown in a scan may be for presentation only.
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