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.
What does vg condition mean for vinyl.
A fine book approaches the condition of as new but without being crisp.
Describes a book that shows some small signs of wear but no tears on either binding or paper.
Fine f or fn.
In fact it s essential to your collection piece s quality.
Near mint nm the record has been on a shelf between other records.
Mint m absolutely perfect in every way.
Vinyl grading isn t an exact science but it s certainly a useful metric.
Vinyl may appear somewhat dull and grayish.
The book may have been opened and read but there are no defects to the book jacket or pages.
Vg very good vinyl will have noticeable scratches or scuffs that cause minor surface noise but do not overpower the music.
Any defects should be noted by the seller.
Vinyl will still have good luster.
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Contentsthe vinyl grading systempoor p or fair f good g very good vg very good plus vg excellent e near mint nm mint m when shopping for used records understanding the way vinyl is graded is important.
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Nm s and such can be summarized in the goldmine grading system the standard for the us be careful if you re buying from the uk they use a slightly different system.
Never been played and usually sealed.
If you mean numismatic vg condition actually fairly well worn about 20 if you mean relative to being quite worn then maybe 35.
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.
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.