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We use THE GOLDMINE GRADING SYSTEM and grade very conservatively

MINT (M)

Absolutely perfect in every way. Never been played, possibly even still sealed. Extremely rare in our used vinyl categories..

NEAR MINT (NM OR M-)

An NM or M- record has most likely never been played or if it has, it contains no imperfections or signs of wear. The sleeve should also be near perfect and only show the most minor signs of having been handled. The LP cover should have no creases, folds, seam splits, punch-holes or other marks or other such defects. The same should be true for any additional materials included with the record such as posters or lyric sleeves, etc.

VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+)

A VG+ record will show slight signs of wear and defects should be of a cosmetic nature. These will not affect the actual playback of the record and any signs of wear, slight scuffs or very light scratches don’t affect the listening experience. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are acceptable. The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but it should be negligible. Spindle marks may be present. Picture sleeves and inner sleeves will have some slight wear, slightly turned-up corners, or a slight seam split. The LP cover may have slight signs of wear, a cut-out hole, indentation, or cut corner, etc.

VERY GOOD (VG)

Defects found in a VG+ record will be more pronounced with a VG record. Upon playback there may be surface noise, most notably during quieter sections and during a song’s intro and fade. This will not overpower the listening experience. Light scratches (deep enough to feel with your fingernail) and groove wear may be present which will affect the sound. Both the labels and LP may contain writing, stickers or their residue, etc. However a VG vinyl record will not have all of these defects at the same time.

GOOD (G), GOOD PLUS (G+)

A record in G or G+ condition will have noticeable surface noise, scratches and groove wear, but can still be played through without skipping. The cover or sleeve may have seam splits along with other writing, sticker or tape markings and ring wear. Although the record can be played through without skipping, there will be surface noise and ‘ticks’ that will be noticeable to the listener.

POOR (P), FAIR (F)

*Millpond does not carry P or F graded vinyl online.

Records graded P or F are badly damaged or warped and will not be able to play through without skipping or repeating. The LP cover, inner sleeves and picture sleeve also have extensive damage such as water, writing and split seams. We do not sell these online, but some are available for digging through for in store shopping anytime at prices between $1 and $4..

I need about 30 milk crates for records, like this. Bring yours in to fill or trade.

Wanna DIG really really NEW arrivals? we have lots in store…. but here’s a preview of what’s arriving this Friday with over 1500 vintage Rock vinyl LP’s arriving….. https://millpondrb.ca/coming-soon/

We BUY Vinyl ! I offer 35% of Discogs median market price or better, for good vinyl.

Bring in good vinyl, go home with loads of cash!

We are running out of shopping bags, and costs have gone through the roof now… please bring in your own reusable shopping bags when coming in to shop in person. (We are working on a solution, but i’m afraid we will need to start to charge for shopping bags soon 🙁 )

3 mil. outer sleeves for 12″ records. – only 13 cents each!*

Inner Sleeves, HD high density resin, for 12″ records only 15 cents each*

*(VIP discount applied)

Thank you everyone for your support. (a special thanks to all our VIP members who actively support a LOCAL business)

-Vince & Marsie.

ALL BOOKS now $2/ lb. all shelves *

guaranteed BEST prices in town (in-store shopping)

Now Available! Make us your Music source.

Millpond offers

over 4,000+ vintage vinyl records in stock.
more than 2,000 CDs and 700 cassette tapes online
more than 14,000 NEW vinyl records available to order
more than 19,000 NEW CDs available to order
more than 5000 USED BOOKS online
well over 2,000 45rpm 7″ records (not yet online)
and many thousands more vinyl, cd, cassette, VHS, DVD’s and BOOKS on hand for in-store browsing with more arriving daily..
and more to come…… soon. Yup, we’ve expanded a bit 🙂

NEW more convenient HOURS

Tues – Thursdays 10 am – noon. & 2 -5 pm.
Fridays & Saturdays 10 am – noon. & 2 – 6 pm.
Closed Mondays & Sundays

Shop ONLINE! Safely and easily here OPEN 24/7

CHANGE: in LOGIN. To make it more convenient, we’re trying out a system which should allow you to stay logged in more easily for your shopping. If you check the “remember me” box at login…… you will be logged in automatically on your next visit. One less step to get the MUSIC YOU WANT NOW

If/when you clear your cookies or reset your browser, this is reset of course.

NEW SITES operational ! ONE LOGIN FOR ALL.

Books now at https://books.millpondrb.ca

Music, vintage vinyl, CD’s etc at https://millpondrb.ca

ORDER NEW VINYL* at https://newmusic.millpondrb.ca

*(new vinyl inventory updated as close to LIVE as humanly possible 🙂

And another year brings us to the

Best Record Store: Diamond (no record store category for 2022)

Best Book Store Used: Diamond

Best Book Store: Platinum

We BUY Vinyl ! I offer 35% of Discogs median price or better, for good vinyl.

Bring in good vinyl, go home with loads of cash!

I need about 30 milk crates for records, like this. Bring yours in to fill or trade.

Wanna DIG really really NEW arrivals? we have lots in store.... but here's a preview of what's arriving this Friday with over 1500 vintage Rock vinyl LP's arriving.....

https://millpondrb.ca/coming-soon/

**We BUY Vinyl ! I offer 35% of Discogs median market price or better, for good vinyl.**

Bring in good vinyl, go home with loads of cash!

We are running out of shopping bags, and costs have gone through the roof now... please bring in your own reusable shopping bags when coming in to shop in person. (We are working on a solution, but i'm afraid we will need to start to charge for shopping bags soon :-( )

3 mil. outer sleeves for 12" records. - only 13 cents each!*

Inner Sleeves, HD high density resin, for 12" records only 15 cents each*

*(VIP discount applied)

Super excited to have hit OVER 920+ Discogs shipments, and over 4000 in-store customers in our first 24 months of operating Millpond (all during Pandemic times!) Looking forwards to a very busy year ahead. Thank you everyone for your support. (a special thanks to all our VIP members who actively support a LOCAL business) -Vince & Marsie.

NEW more convenient HOURS

Tues - Thursdays 10 am - noon. & 2 -5 pm.
Fridays & Saturdays 10 am - noon. & 2 - 6 pm.
Closed Mondays & Sundays

Shop ONLINE! Safely and easily here, OPEN 24/7.

We hope to see everyone again in the new year, and thanks for the support from everyone, this first year of running Millpond has been delightful in so many ways.

CHANGE: in LOGIN. To make it more convenient, we're trying out a system which should allow you to stay logged in more easily for your shopping. If you check the "remember me" box at login...... you will be logged in automatically on your next visit. One less step to get the MUSIC YOU WANT NOW!

If/when you clear your cookies or reset your browser, this is reset of course.

One login, three great shopping experiences.

Books now at https://books.millpondrb.ca Music, vintage vinyl, CD's etc at https://millpondrb.ca ORDER NEW VINYL & CD's at https://newmusic.millpondrb.ca

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