Vinyl Grading Guide

Pipers Records – Vinyl Grading Guide

Grading can vary from store to store, so at Pipers Records we use a clear and consistent grading system for all pre‑owned vinyl.

Our Grades

M (Sealed)
Brand new and factory sealed.

M‑ (Unsealed Mint)
Unsealed but unplayed. As new.

VG+ (Very Good Plus)
Light signs of use. A few minor marks that don’t affect play. Sleeve may show slight wear.

VG (Very Good)
Visible marks or surface wear but plays well overall. Sleeve shows noticeable wear or ringwear.

G+ (Good Plus)
Heavier wear. Plays from start to finish with more consistent surface noise. Sleeve may have creases, edge wear, or small tears.

G (Good)
Well‑used copy with clear noise and imperfections. Sleeve has heavy wear. Ideal as a casual or filler copy.

F (Fair)
Major wear or damage. May skip. Sleeve heavily worn.

Extra Accuracy

Records that fall between grades will be marked with a “–” (minus) for clearer detail (e.g., VG–, G+–).

Quality Guarantee

We listen to all our records and visually check every sleeve before listing.
If you’re not happy with the quality, please contact us — we’ll always do our best to make sure you’re happy with your purchase.

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