Code

Vinyl Grading (Based on Play-Tested & Visual Inspection)

M

Record is still sealed in the original factory shrink wrap.

NM

Record looks close to new with no marks.

EX

Record may have a few scuffs or light scratches which should not affect sound quality.

VG+

Record has some scuffs and light scratches which may result in some minor surface noise during play.

VG

Record has clear wear on the surface.  Surface noise may be present, including pops and crackles, but the record should play through nicely without any skips.

G

Record has significant signs of use but no deep gouges that would cause skips.  Surface noise, pops and crackles should be expected.

Code

Cover

M

Record is still sealed in the original factory shrink wrap.

NM

Cover looks close to new with virtually no signs of wear.   Most records in this category are still in the original (opened) shrink wrap.

EX

Cover has some slight wear but is still in excellent condition overall.  All seams are intact.

VG+

Cover has signs of wear like scuffing, ring wear, writing or price tags.  All seams are intact.

VG

Cover suffers from folding, significant scuffing, spine splits, and/or discoloration.

G

Cover is torn, stained and/or defaced.

Code

Inner Sleeve

Generic

Generic inner sleeve (i.e., white paper, clear poly or white paper/poly lined inner sleeve)

Company

Printed inner sleeve with company logo

Lyrics

Custom printed inner sleeve with lyrics

Printed

Custom printed inner sleeve