Vinyl grading isn t an exact science but it s certainly a useful metric.
What does vg condition mean for vinyl.
Read the basic overviews of how to visually inspect and play grade a record then check the condition level summaries below to accurately determine the condition of a vinyl record.
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Contentsthe vinyl grading systempoor p or fair f good g very good vg very good plus vg excellent e near mint nm mint m when shopping for used records understanding the way vinyl is graded is important.
A fine book approaches the condition of as new but without being crisp.
Vg very good vinyl will have noticeable scratches or scuffs that cause minor surface noise but do not overpower the music.
The vinyl looks glossy and clearly has only been played a few times.
To determine the condition a vinyl record you must grade it visually and in most cases play grade the record to give it one of eight ratings.
Any defects should be noted by the seller.
In fact it s essential to your collection piece s quality.
We carry all vinyl lp labels in store and online cd s and dvd s in nj usa collectible vinyl records rare records out of print records cd s dvd s.
If you mean numismatic vg condition actually fairly well worn about 20 if you mean relative to being quite worn then maybe 35.
Never been played and usually sealed.
The book may have been opened and read but there are no defects to the book jacket or pages.
The record collector record collector the record collector buys and sells new used music vinyl records in our nj store and online.
Nm s and such can be summarized in the goldmine grading system the standard for the us be careful if you re buying from the uk they use a slightly different system.
Labels may have minor imperfections small labels or initials etc but otherwise clean.
Describes a book that shows some small signs of wear but no tears on either binding or paper.
Fine f or fn.
There will be no skips.
Deadwax means the area of the record between the label and the last groove with musical info.
Near mint nm the record has been on a shelf between other records.
There are no marks on the vinyl and the whole package is complete.
Vinyl may appear somewhat dull and grayish.