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Brian K. Wooten, M.A.

Producer/Promoter/Drummer/DJ

318.288.9797

WITH REGARDS TO EBAY SALES . . .

I AM VERY FAIR.  IN FACT, FAIRNESS IS MY GUIDE!!!

Therefore, you will find that I am extremely reasonable and generally provide refunds if someone is unsatisfied.  There may be some occasions that I will sell something "as is" ... but not often.  I'm not happy unless you are fully satifisfied!!!!

COMMUNICATION IS KEY --- PLEASE FEEL FREE TO EMAIL ME ANY QUESTIONS

VINYL RECORD GRADING INFORMATION

RATINGS:   SS, M, NM, VG+,VG, G

STILL SEALED:  self-explanatory, some collector's say this is risky as you don't know what condition it's in until it's opened.

 I have actually opened new records only to find that they aren't as good as others that I've had for years.  I'm not sure if it is the manufacturing process or what.  I probably won't sell any of my sealed LPs anyway but I'm putting up the grading just in case.

MINT:  this means pristine in every way (there are not many of these)

 A record in Mint condition should be in perfect, brand new condition. There should be no evidence of wear and tear, and the vinyl should show no signs of having being repeatedly played.

NEAR MINT:  almost perfect, maybe a few minor cosmetic flaws. 

VERY GOOD+:  (some people say VG++, NM-, or EX here)

A record in Very Good + condition will show signs of use in that there will be some light scratches or surface abrasions on the vinyl, but this will not affect the sound quality in any way. It will probably have some light surface noise in the quiet passages but overall still solid dynamic range.  The sleeve may have some tiny amounts of scuffing or have some small creasing in the corner tips or the beginnings of some very light ring wear.

VERY GOOD: 

A record in Very Good condition will have numerous light scratches or scuffs on the vinyl, but it should still play without noticeable deterioration of the sound quality. The sleeve may have a small split, or have noticeable scuffing and creasing along the edges. The label may be slightly discoloured and some ring wear may be visible.

GOOD:

A record in Good condition can be played without hopping or skipping, but there will be some hissing and extra surface noise. The sleeve will have some seam splits, scuffing, creasing, and may also be discoloured. Ring wear may well be visible and inner sleeves may show signs of wear and tear.

I ship all vinyl with VERY SECURE PACKAGING---YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!!!!

A NOTE ABOUT SIGHT-GRADING vs. PLAY-GRADING

I have learned that is not a good idea to "sight-grade" (grading by visual inspection only).  The reason is because I have albums that look brand spanking new with absolutely no blemishes whatsoever that play with noise, crackles, and hiss.  Conversely, I have others that look like crap but play with almost no noise at all!  Experts can't seem to agree on why this is.  Now that I've learned first hand about this phenomenon, I will only sell vinyl that I have personally "play-graded" on my high-end system. 

That being said, I will always provide the most accurate description and disclosure as humanly possible.  I do not have a "wet" record cleaner.  Most of my older vinyl will increase in grading if professionally cleaned.

FOR ALL OTHER THINGS I SELL ON ebay . . . .

All I can tell you is that the description I give will be the best and most honest description I can give.  I prefer that if you have any questions, you email me those and I will be sure to answer as soon as I can in the best and most honest way possible.  Again, I don't want anyone dissatisfied with anything I sell.  Therefore, PLEASE ask me any questions before you bid so we can make sure that all concerns are addressed and you are happy with the product!