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Vinyl condition ratings.
Music formats include vinyl magnetic tape and disc.
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.
That is why a collector will pay a premium for such a disc if he or she has to have it.
Poor p or fair f a p or f rating reflects a vinyl of poor condition.
Vg very good vinyl will have noticeable scratches or scuffs that cause minor surface noise but do not overpower the music.
Mint m absolutely perfect in every way.
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This book lists values for records in near mint condition.
There will be no skips.
Discs with these ratings often have major noise issues.
Cover art liner notes and inclusions are in perfect condition.
Near mint nm the record has been on a shelf between other records.
In addition to the general condition guidelines the following guidelines apply.
Never been played and usually sealed.
The jewel case cassette case or album cover has no scratches or scuffing.
Protect against sun damage.
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When searching for used vinyl pay attention to the following grades.
Vinyl will still have good luster.
An excellent ex or vg condition for vinyl will allow minor scuffs which are visible but only slightly.
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.
There are no marks on the vinyl and the whole package is complete.
Records in lesser condition are worth a fraction of the near mint prices.
A leather conditioner with a neutral ph is less likely to negatively affect the condition or appearance of the leather.
Vinyl may appear somewhat dull and grayish.
Look for a neutral ph.
The vinyl resale market uses the goldmine grading standard which provides grades mint to poor with about 6 ratings in between depending on condition.
There may be more than a few so be careful not call a record that has wear to more than 15 of the surface.
Labels may have minor imperfections small labels or initials etc but otherwise clean.
The vinyl looks glossy and clearly has only been played a few times.
Used like new.
The truth is that most records especially from before the 1970s are not in anything close to mint or near mint condition.
If you purchase vinyl with a p or f rating expect badly warped material.
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