Led Zeppelin IV 4 four Vinyl LP Gatefold Atlantic K 50008 Exc
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I have discovered two boxes of records in my attic from my student years which I will be listing over the next couple of weeks. I am not a trader, these are my own records which I will have bought from new myself and I don't really now how to describe their condition as I have no experience of this.
This is for Led Zeppelin IV (four). I have looked on Discogs for information and as you can see it is on the Atlantic label orange and green with cat number of K 50008. The outer sleeve is in excellent condition (E) with hardly any signs of wear and just some slight wear to the front corners, and the spine is very good. The inner sleeve has split along the bottom and side with a tiny tear (VG) (see pictures). The record itself looks to be in very good condition with some very slight surface marks (VG+). Grading records is always going to be subjective and this is as honest a description as I can give and anyone is welcome to come and look if they are local or ask for more specific information or photos. Please see information below for more details about record grading, thanks and happy bidding.
Words: Tom Fisher
“When buying and selling vinyl, a good understanding of grading is absolutely essential. Unfortunately though, it’s not an exact science; and the inevitable element of subjectivity is often a source of dispute, especially as trading has moved online.
There is, however, a fairly universal grading system in place and a set of commonly held guidelines to help wade through murky waters – as Tom Fisher of near-mint second hand emporium Rat Records details below”.
Vinyl Grading System
Mint (M) – Absolutely perfect in every way. Never been played and usually sealed.
Near Mint (NM) – The record has been on a shelf between other records. The vinyl looks glossy and clearly has only been played a few times. There are no marks on the vinyl and the whole package is complete.
Excellent (E) – Same but I’d tolerate very light marks where the vinyl has been in and out of the inner sleeve a few times, or tiny signs of use generally.
Very Good Plus (VG+) – A few further faults are acceptable, but nothing that really compromises the record visually or audibly. A little rub, light inaudible marks, a little background crackle.
Very Good (VG) – It’s seen a bit of life, but is still usable. Light pops and clicks, an edge split, light visible scratches. You can still listen to it and enjoy looking at it, but it is visually and audibly USED.
Good (G) – To be honest you’re making trouble for yourself here, as Good means Bad. I’d only be selling something really desirable in this condition, with a bargain price and a full, no holds barred description to match.
Poor (P), Fair (F) Attempting to listen will be a disturbing experience. Expect major noise issues, skipping or repeating. The record itself is cracked, badly warped and has deep scratches. The cover is also approaching death.
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