Vinyl Grading Guide

Every pre-loved record is graded to the industry-standard scale, so you know exactly what you're buying before it arrives. Click any grade to see the detail.

M — Mint · Perfect, never played

• Perfect condition, never played
• Still sealed in original shrink wrap (if applicable)
• Extremely rare for used records

NM / M- — Near Mint · Looks and sounds like new

• Looks and sounds like new
• May have been played once or twice
• No visible defects
• Cover and vinyl are nearly perfect

VG+ — Very Good Plus · Slight wear, plays great

• Shows slight signs of wear
• May have light surface marks that don't affect playback
• Slight cover wear (minor ring wear, light creases)
• Still plays great with minimal surface noise

VG — Very Good · Obvious wear, still enjoyable

• Shows obvious signs of wear
• Light scratches visible but don't significantly affect sound
• Some surface noise, light clicks/pops
• Cover may have seam splits, ring wear, or writing
• Still a playable, enjoyable copy

G+ — Good Plus · Well-played, audible noise

• Well-played with audible surface noise
• Scratches affect sound quality
• Noticeable clicks, pops, or crackle
• Cover shows significant wear
• Playable but not ideal

G — Good · Heavy wear, for completists

• Heavy wear, significant surface noise
• Plays through without skipping but sound quality is poor
• Cover heavily worn, may have tape, splits, or damage
• Mainly for completists or rare records

F / P — Fair / Poor · Salvage or display only

• Severe damage, may skip or stick
• Heavy scratches, warping possible
• For salvage or display only