NB: I grade records after playing ‘A’ Sides only, unless the ‘B’ Side is significant. 

Please refer to my grading table.

Artist

Title

Year

Original Cover

Play Tested

Condition

A

TO PROVE MY LOVE

1978

NO

YES

EX

B

ON THE SWING SHIFT

Record Collector Gradings

M

Mint

Perfect condition with no audible or visible defects whatsoever. The record cover/sleeve should be exactly as brand new

NM

Near Mint

Almost mint but has a few minor visible marks on the surface and/or cover/sleeve whilst the sound quality remains perfect.

EX

Excellent

Not quite perfect.  There may be a slight deterioration in sound quality.  The cover/sleeve may show signs of wear.

VG

Very Good

The surface and Cover/sleeve show visible signs of wear due to the record being played on a regular basis.  There will be some audible surface noise, but it will not affect the listening experience.

G

Good

The sound quality has deteriorated due to being played often.  The cover/sleeve and surface will show considerable signs of wear, with some possible damage.  The record will still play well without loud clicks or jumping.

F

Fair

Has been neglected but is still playable.  There will be some major audible defects such as loud clicks or jumping.

P

Poor

Technically playable, but with some serious deterioration in condition and sound quality.  The cover/sleeve will be badly damaged.

VP

Very Poor

In a terrible condition and unplayable.  Would only be of use as a last resort to complete a collection.