| SS | Still Sealed. As the day it left the factory. Please note that most non-US pressings did not come in a sealed condition. |
| M- | Near Mint. A nearly perfect record/sleeve. This is the highest grade for a record. I do not use the grade mint, as I don't believe such a record exist. |
| VG++ | Almost as perfect as new, but with some minor flaws. |
| VG+ | Record/Sleeve show some signs of having been played, but is still in excellent condition. |
| VG | Let's face it, this record has seen better days, but is still in playable condition, all be it with some surface noise etc. |
| VG- | This record will show quite some wear, and is not in a very good condition. |
| G | Good. could be used as a frisbee, or in some cases, it could carry you over until a better copy is found. |