Mint (1): The record itself looks to be in new condition with no surface marks and no deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition.

Excellent (2): The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is no lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging will not look new, but will have no defects of any kind.

Very good+ (3): The record looks to have been played many times, but will display no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and light scratches. There will be some background crackle, but this will be minimal and only really noticeable on the track breaks. There is normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects.

Very good- (4): As above but the background crackle will be a little more noticeable, there may be one or two pops or clicks, but not enough to ruin the listening experience in any way. There is quite heavy wear and tear on the cover or extra items, but still without any major defects.

Good+ (5): The record looks like it shouldn't play but somehow it does. There will be extensive scratching and very noticeable background crackle, but it will play without jumping or sticking. The cover will have some defects, minor rips or tears, price label damage, loss of rigidity ect...but it will still keep it's shape and be an effective home for the record.

Good- (6): As above, only the background crackle will now be accompanied by a number of pops and clicks. The cover will have some major defects but it will still keep it's shape and be an effective home for the record , read description for further information.

Reasonable (7): The record will play without jumping or sticking, but there will be heavy crackle that can no longer be said to be in the background may contain a number of pops and clicks. The cover will have many defects and probably not function very well as a cover any more, read description for further information.

P600