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Grading Info for used items

Side 1 Records, Tapes and Compact Discs

- Grading Metrics of Previously-Played/Used Vinyl Records, CDs and Tapes

All Vinyl/CDs are graded by Record (Side 1 then Side 2) then Cover/Artwork.

All Vinyl Records come with Cover/Paper/Picture Sleeves plus Plastic Sleeves.
Plastic Record Covers, Cassette Boxes and CD Cases are NOT graded 
as these are easily replaceable.
Website Product Graphic may not be photos of the product, but may be a representative graphic
of the original product.
The playability with records with surface defects are critically dependent 
on turntable-arm settings.

RECORDS/CDS/TAPES CONDITION
NEW      Still sealed.
M-          Like New. No wear and defects.
VG++    May have slight visible surface imperfections that do not affect play.
VG+       Good condition when played, some audible imperfections.
VG         Plays with wear multiple imperfections and noticeable noise, scratches with low sheen.
VG-       Sheen missing due to wear with noticeable scratches.
Fair       Frisbee Level for devoute fan only.
Poor    Historical value for label only.
UNK      Untested tapes.

COVER/ARTWORK/PHOTOS CONDITION
NEW     Still Sealed.
M-          Like New. No wear and defects.
VG++    Nearly new. May have stickers or slight wear or writing.
VG+      Good, ring wear, deteriorating seams, CUT or Holes
VG        Well worn, splitting seams but intact cover.
Fair    Advanced stages of deterioration.
Poor     Historical value only.
None    Without original cover

Free Shipping for Item Total > $75.00 for Continental US delivery using USPS Ground with 3-5 Business days.

Flat Rate Shipping of $8.50 for Item Total <= $75.00.

Other options are available at market rates at Checkout from Side 1 Records.

Side 1 Records, Tapes and Compact Discs

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