Record Grading: I inspect records under bright lights while looking at various angle to see blemishes or scratches. If I see a few light scuffs I will typically play the LP to determine if the issues are audible and I will let you know if this is the case. I use the following (rather standard) grading system.

• Mint (M): Sealed

• Near Mint (NM): Near perfect record and cover. No visible flaws or defects. Any manufacturing scuff are checked for audibility. No unexpected surface noise or other audible issues at normal listening volume.

• Very Good Plus Plus (VG++): Only a very small number of minor flaws present (ex. a couple of faint hairlines, a light scuff). No unexpected surface noise or other audible issues at normal listening volume. Cover shows no significant ring wear, nor seam splits.

• Very Good Plus (VG+): More slight signs of wear but still an excellent condition record that plays well. Any surface noise is very minimal and the record is still an enjoyable listen. No groove wear. Cover may show minor defects including very light ring wear.

• Very Good (VG): More obvious wear. Surface noise evident on playing, especially in soft passages, and during a song's intro and fade but never overpowers the music. Ring wear and other defects evident.

Shipping: I use only dedicated LP mailers with extra cardboard backing. Vinyl records are removed from the cover and both cover and LP are placed in a plastic bag.