When I grade a record, I attempt to listen to each one. Sometimes, I will not listen to an entire LP, but will hear key tracks or areas that may show wear to render an objective opinion. Each listing is completely written by myself. I will also use outside sources that I have researched as well, to give a more complete picture of the record I am selling.
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VJ S VINYL GRADING SYSTEM:
based on Goldmine
If graded Mint - never used, once a record is opened, the top you can get is mint minus.
If graded Mint Minus or Near Mint NM - A great record, one or two fine hairline scuffs, sounds flawless. A mint minus record can play mint. Covers are new looking, may have shrink wrap.
If graded Excellent EX - Can have faint hairline scuffs that do not affect play. Can have very minor infrequent crackling. Minor bumps in the cover.
If graded Very Good plus VG - Scuffs can be more prevalent, with a little more surface noise. If it visually has more scuffs but plays great, I will note that. Still, a very fine and playable copy. Covers have minor age and shelf wear.
If graded Very Good VG - Can have lots of hairline scuffs, and maybe one or two scratches. Surface noise is more prevalent with some popping in spots. Covers have more extensive age and shelf wear. Minor splits.
If graded Very Good minus VG minus - More in the way of scratches and surface noise is NOT infrequent. Still, a viable copy. Covers may have splits.
If graded Good plus G - only reserved for a very rare or popular record. Very noisy, maybe some skips, scratches are evident. Covers are trashed.
If graded STILL SEALED - I will grade the vinyl as still sealed. That means it s probably mint minus because I do not know if there were any factory defects.
If reported to have Hairline scuffs - light yet visible. Cannot be felt with the skin of your finger.
If stated to have Scratches - Can be felt.
If reported, Age wear - on a cover is either fading or yellowing.
If reported, Shelf wear - is ring wear, corner bumps, or fraying.
