MMint (M)

• Perfect condition in every way
• Never played and possibly still sealed
• No visible defects, marks, or wear

NM / M-Near Mint (NM or M-)

• Almost perfect condition
• No obvious signs of wear or damage
• May have been played, but handled with extreme care
• Highest practical grading used by most collectors

VG+Very Good Plus (VG+)

• Light signs of use
• Minor surface marks or light scratches
• Should not affect playback significantly
• Clean and well-maintained overall

VGVery Good (VG)

• Noticeable wear and signs of use
• Surface noise may be present, especially in quieter parts
• Light scratches and scuffs visible
• Still playable without skipping

G / G+Good (G / G+)

• Significant wear and surface noise
• Scratches and marks clearly visible
• Playback is continuous but with noticeable imperfections
• Sleeve may have damage, writing, or tears

P / FPoor (P) / Fair (F)

• Heavily damaged or warped
• May skip, repeat, or not play properly
• Severe wear, cracks, or major defects
• Sleeve and packaging are in very poor condition

Notes

• Standard jewel cases are usually not graded as they are replaceable
• "Generic" refers to non-original sleeves or packaging

This grading system is widely used in the record collecting community.