Ryan Adams - Gold - (2011) 10th anniversary reissue 2xLP transparent Clear vinyl

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• This has the high audio quality of what other sellers would regularly list as a 'NM' vinyl grade, especially on Discogs. These lazy sellers think "looks okay, sounds good, NM". In my experience most sellers don't know how to follow the Goldmine grading rules correctly or accurately at all. It's physically impossible for that many records listed to be truly NM by strict Goldmine grading standards. I regularly open brand new sealed modern records that come with hairline marks or scuffs on them from manufacturing and shipping, immediately disqualifying them from ever being graded as high as NM, unplayed right out the shrink wrap. All of the existing vinyl plants are now constantly overbooked and their process has been hastened, quality control is not what it used to be at all. If you've been collecting records for a while then you've probably already observed exactly what I'm referring to. The reason this is not listed as NM is because it has a few visible cosmetic surface marks that technically visually disqualify it from being graded NM on the Goldmine scale, but they don't affect audio significantly. This is an overall clear, dynamic, high-quality audio experience from start to finish. You can rest assured and buy with confidence from an honest conservative grader valuing accuracy and transparency.

This is the 10th Anniversary reissue pressing of Gold by Ryan Adams "Clear" vinyl in a singlefold jacket with 2xLP.
Vinyl (EX): Vinyls not 100% flat, no impact with clamp applied. Very minor dish warp turns up edges of side 2 and slightly raises side 1 center. Minor dish warp turns up edges of side 4 and slightly raises side 3 center. Very light noise floor on side lead-in that diminishes. The audio profile and soundstage are overall extremely clean and dynamic. Side 2 ead-in quit passages audible noise floor, side B has notable noise floor. Side 1 was much cleaner and more quiet with no noise floor by comparison to side 2. Records surface looks immaculate and extremely clean, basically no immediately visible marks. 2nd half of side 2 was less noise floor, side 3 lead-in and intro has audible noise. Occasional audible pop or crackle on side 3 but noise floor isn't with song playing fully. When the songs are playing fully the definition is clear. Overall soundstage is excellent despite occasional pop or noise when quiet. 2nd half of side 2 had less noise, some occassional pops on side 4. All sides notably noisy/crackles for how incredibly clean they look, no damage or major marks just manufacturing quality reflected in the audio. Visually close to a NM grade, a few very minor surface marks and very slight dish technically disqualify it from NM when grading accurately to Goldmine rules and standards, audibly the record is at least an EX grade.
Jacket (VG+): Jacket is still in original shrink wrap with hype sticker, shrink wrap is slightly receded from the opening, small tear in the bottom edge. Bottom left corner has small creasing, other corners slight whitening. Bottom left edge at corner has a small tear with whitening. Surfaces are very clean and protected from shrink, jacket opening has whitening. Jacket opening corners are slightly white and worn. No spine crushing, 1 small noticeable crease from spine onto front jacket cover. Spine is not severely damaged but does rest at an angle not squared. I've seen jackets in worse condition than this incorrectly listed as 'NM', the bottom left corner small tear puts it at a VG+ grade visually even though it's still overall physically intact.
Insert (EX): Insert is excellent, relatively sharp corners and edges, minimal creasing visible.
Inner Sleeves: Stock white paper inner sleeves have normal handling wear and creases. Small tear from the circle of one of the inner sleeves, very small but there. Stock inner sleeve will be included for completeness but the vinyl will be shipped in upgraded replacement sleeve for continued protection. One owner and vinyl has been swapped into a Boundless Audio 3-ply poly inner sleeve which will be included and help protect the vinyl during shipment.
Please note that while graded conservatively, modern vinyl grading remains inherently subjective; audio playback can vary depending on individual turntable setup quality, stylus, cartridge alignment, and tracking force.
Please also note that due to the static nature of vinyl records, minor dust, fibers, or paper particles may be present upon arrival despite careful handling. Records will be carefully handled and visually inspected prior to shipment; however, vinyl naturally attracts dust/static and it is not possible to guarantee a completely particle-free surface during storage and transit. A light carbon fiber brush cleaning on each side is recommended before first play, and additional wet-cleaning methods may be used depending on equipment and preference. A quality record clamp is always recommended (in the majority of setups that accomodate one) for optimal playback of all vinyl records, but especially important with records that are not 100% flat and have any level of edge or dish warp.
Shipped in a cardboard LP mailer with vinyl record placed outside of the jacket to prevent seam splits. Jacket and contents will be protected using cardboard stiffeners, outer sleeves, and bubble wrap as necessary to minimize movement during transit. *Shipment service by default is USPS Ground Advantage, I used to use Media Mail but after having multiple packages severely damaged upon delivery, I honestly don't think it's a viable method for safely delivering vinyl records anymore. Ground Advantage is higher priority handling than Media Mail, typically gives better tracking updates overall and also includes a default insurance coverage. Most importantly, I haven't had any 'Ground Advantage' packages be delivered heavily compromised yet, so I have a lot more faith in it to deliver your item undamaged.

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