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Our Record Grading System
The vast majority of our stock is in excellent condition. For those records which are not in excellent condition we use abbreviations which describe the condition of the record and sleeve.
These are expressed as two abbreviations, separated by a slash. The first refers to the disc and the second to the cover.
For example: EX/VG indicates that the record is in Excellent condition and the sleeve in Very Good condition.
Please note: If there is no grading abbreviation, then the record and cover are both in excellent condition.
Here's a full list of the abbreviations we use and their definitions.
M = MINT
The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition. Records advertised as sealed or unplayed are mint.
EX = EXCELLENT
The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and/or creasing.
VG = VERY GOOD
The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable.
G = GOOD
The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and the contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discoloration, etc.
F = FAIR
The record is still just playable but has not been cared for properly and displays considerable surface noise; it may even jump. The cover and contents will be torn, stained and/or defaced.
P = POOR
The record will not play properly due to scratches, bad surface noise, etc. The cover and contents will be badly damaged or partly missing.
B = BAD
The record is unplayable or might even be broken, and is only of use as a collection-filler.
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