Status notation
The condition evaluation (grading) of used products is as follows:
Please note that the ratings are purely subjective.
Record (media) / Jacket (sleeve)
evaluation | explanation | Examples of other companies' notations |
M (Mint) | Unopened, like new |
S (Sealed) / M (Mint) |
NM (Near Mint) |
Excellent condition (close to new) There are no noticeable scratches or signs of use. |
A / EX+ |
EX (Excellent) / VG+ (Very Good+) |
Good product There is some slight wear and tear, light scratches, scuffs, dirt, etc., and some minor noise, but it does not significantly affect the sound or appearance. |
AB / B+ / EX- |
VG (Very Good) |
average quality Signs of use, some noticeable There are scratches, scuffs, dirt, etc. , and some noise (which does not affect the overall song). |
B- / VG+ |
G+ (Good+) / G (Good) |
Good condition, some defects Overall stand out There are scratches, scuffs and dirt, but it can be played. |
C / D / VG / G+ |
F (Fair) / P (Poor) |
Defective or defective There is noticeable warping, cracking, or breakage, and the needle may skip, making it difficult to play, or it may be impossible to play. There are noticeable tears, liquid damage, writing, etc., or the item is missing. |
E/F/P |
audio
evaluation | explanation |
S |
Like new Unopened or unused, but in very good condition, close to new. |
A |
In good condition There are signs of use, but overall it is clean and in good working order. |
B |
Good product There are some signs of use such as minor scratches and scuffs , but it works fine. |
C |
average quality There are signs of use overall, such as noticeable scratches and scuffs, but it functions normally without any problems. |
D/E |
Somewhat difficult, some problems There are noticeable scratches, stains, damage or missing parts, but the item functions normally without any problems or has some problems with its functions. |
F/J |
Defective item, junk, sold as is There is a defect in a major part, and it does not work or its operation has not been confirmed. |
For other details, such as condition, accessories, etc., please refer to the special notes for each product.
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