12 January 2026

The Perfect Imperfection: In Defense of the "Very Good"/VG Record (and Good Plus/G+)

Stop overpaying for Mint. The "Very Good" (VG) record is the true soul of vinyl culture and the smartest buy for listeners. In this manifesto, we dismantle the fear of the scuff and explore the economics of the used bin. Discover why a little surface noise is just "campfire crackle," how to leverage the "Dealer's Cushion" to get superior pressings for less, and why a beat-up "Good Plus" rarity might be the most important artifact on your shelf. It’s time to stop collecting silence and start collecting history.

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