Still sturdy with no markings. PLEASE NOTE: See our grading description below.
Keep in mind that different types of music will have quieter moments and depending on your needle and other equipment, there may be some surface noise. Thanks for visiting TLF Records a nd we hope you come back often.
We're combing the vaults of a lifelong album collector and music aficionado. All records are vintage pressings.
We do not sell contemporary reissues/bootlegs. We are committed to passing along some of the most beautiful record albums in the world, so we will always be forthright and detailed in our descriptions and photos. We select our BuyItNow prices carefully and generously.Again, we will try to describe each item in detail and not just rely on rigid condition categories. That said, our basic standards for using the popular grading terms are as follows. SS (Still Sealed) Still contained in original unopened factory seal. Disc is assumed to be undamaged and mint; obviously this is unknown until the album is actually opened and disc examined. Noticeable flaws on cover will be noted.
We don't take the word "Mint" lightly and will only use this grade on records in truly pristine condition. These are very rare copies that are worth much more than the M-/NM items. M- / NM (Near Mint, "Mint-minus") Has a very minor defect or two that disqualifies it as mint. Vinyl, Labels & Cover are virtually flawless, bright, and shiny. Minor defects can be barely visible scuffs or hairline marks, label may have a small mark or be off center, cover might have a few small dents, or a tiny mark.
VG++ This is a non-standard GoldMine grade, middle grade between M- and VG+. Some visible surface wear, few very minor scratches and scuffs, with minimal impact on the sound quality. Vinyl will still have good luster; labels may have minor imperfections small labels or initials, etc.
Cover has only slight wear. VG+ Record will have moderate surface wear and may have light record noise at times but still plays nicely. There will be no skips, and audio quality is quite enjoyable, scratches are light and can't be felt with fingernail.There might be a slight warp that doesn't affect sound quality. The cover will have some wear but it is still nice to look at, a small seam split might be present.
Flaws are quite varied at this grade level, and can include any of them but not very many. In general the vinyl will sound good and the cover will look good.