Art Blakey & Jazz Messengers vinyl VG/VG+ original mono RVG ear Blue Note 4003
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Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers
vinyl: visual grade puts side one at VG+ and side two at the high end of VG (decent glossiness remains and not too many marks on either side, but side two has a couple of marks I can feel with a fingernail, thus the slightly lower grade). But the play grade is higher at VG+ to NM- (gotta love these hearty old records), with one mark across Blues March that causes a quiet, light clicking through most of the song that you'll notice if you listen for it but isn't distracting.
cover: strong VG+ (just misses the NM- grade, with some light edge and corner wear and a light moisture stain at upper right on back).
Blue Note Records, 4003 mono
The matrix shows RVG stamped on both sides, and the "ear" with an M underneath it on side 1 but not on side 2. Both label sides have the West 63rd address.
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I grade visually using the following guidelines:
Vinyl:
S = sealed
M = opened but perfect in all details
NM = one or perhaps two minor problems at the most that should not affect sound (i.e. paper scuff, spindle mark at center hole, fingernail scratch on label, non- removable fingerprint or previous sticker glue)
NM– = two or three of the above problems, maybe a slight, unraised hairline scratch (can’t be felt with a fingernail). In other words, a couple of visible defects that should not affect sound
VG+ = more scuffs and a few slightly visible scratches that should affect the sound minimally at most, but no deep scratches
VG = noticeable scratches and scuffs that will most likely be heard when played
VG– = more serious surface scratches or multiple defacing problems or slight groove depth scratch
G = it just gets worse from here and it would be rare for me to list a record in this condition
Covers:
S = sealed
M = absolutely perfect in every way
NM = should have no creases, folds, seam splits, or cut-out holes, just the slightest signs of age
NM– = like above, but with slightly more sign of age
VG+ = no more than three flaws that have to be explained, such as small writing, more noticeable ring wear, and slight wear to the seams
VG = has writing, stickers, or seam splitting, and looks obviously worn, but the artwork still looks decent
G = significantly more than normal wear and tear, but it still holds the record and isn’t ready for the garbage can
Less than G would be rare for me to list unless the vinyl was in significantly better shape
I do my best to be honest and conservative with my visual grading. If, after receiving the record, you feel that it was not described accurately, I do accept returns within seven days of when they were received by the buyer. Return shipping is paid by the buyer. Once I receive the record, I will refund the original purchase price, including the original shipping cost.
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