Term for an LP that is about the quality you'd expect to pull out of a dollar bin?
Is there a general term in record buying & selling for an LP that is in sort of rough shape - you know what I mean - vinyl is pretty 'well-loved' and the cover is musty and shows its age. Sort of like dollar-bin quality. Looking for a simple catchall term for a record that would be acceptable for someone not paying too much, who is fine with playing an album with some crackles, etc.
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+1 for @addyson815's link that describes the record grading system. AudiophileUSA uses it: https://www.audiophileusa.com If you frequent used record stores and in particular $1 bins or otherwise unsealed records, be prepared to do some record cleaning. Even sealed recordings benefit from cleaning to remove mold release compound, dust and other particulate matter. Dust happens ;- ) Have fun! |
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