The JAM *RARE* Mispressing of START single, plus 3 other Singles/EPs in VG+ Con.

	£		37
	$		49

You are bidding on a job lot of 4 singles and extended plays (including live tracks) released by The Jam. The most unusual and collectible item is the START single, which is in a bright coloured sleeve. Although this looks normal on the outside, and the label states START on side A, what is actually pressed is a version of The Village People's hit 'Can't stop the music'. The B side Liza Radley is correct. So that's why it's collectible.
(Single 1 - Start) - Side A & B (as described above)
(Single 2 - Going Underground) - Side A Going Underground / B The Dreams of Children
(Single 3 - E.P. released with Single 2) - Side A  Away From The Numbers & The Modern World / Side B Down in the Tube Station
(Single 4 - Live E.P.) - Side A Move on Up & Get Yourself Together / Side B The Great Depression & But I'm Different Now
(Single 5 - Beat Surrender E.P.) Disc 1 Side A Beat Surrender / Side B Shopping - Disc 2 Side A Move On Up / Side B Stoned Out of My Mind & War
I would grade both the record and sleeves on all of these singles as as VG+, per the Discogs ratings shown below.
Postage includes the cost of packaging.
 

Mint (M)

Absolutely perfect in every way. Certainly never been played, possibly even still sealed. Should be used sparingly as a grade, if atall.  

Near Mint (NM or M-)

A nearly perfect record. A NM or M- record has more than likely never been played, and the vinyl will play perfectly, with no imperfections during playback. Many dealers won't give a grade higher than this implying (perhaps correctly) that no record is ever truly perfect. The record should show no obvious signs of wear. A 45 RPM or EP sleeve should have no more than the most minor defects, such as any sign of slight handling. An LP cover should have no creases, folds, seam splits, cut-out holes, or other noticeable similar defects. The same should be true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, etc.  

Very Good Plus (VG+) 

A Very Good Plus record will show some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Defects should be more of a cosmetic nature, not affecting the actual playback as a whole. Record surfaces may show some signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches that don't affect one's listening experiences. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are "OK". The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but it should be barely noticeable. Spindle marks may be present. Picture sleeves and inner sleeves will have some slight wear, slightly turned-up corners, or a slight seam split. An LP cover may have slight signs of wear, and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation, or cut corner. In general, if not for a couple of minor things wrong with it, this would be Near Mint.  

Very Good (VG) 

Many of the defects found in a VG+ record will be more pronounced in a VG disc. Surface noise will be evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during a song's intro and fade, but will not overpower the music otherwise. Groove wear will start to be noticeable, as with light scratches (deep enough to feel with a fingernail)that will affect the sound. Labels may be marred by writing, or have tape or stickers (or their residue) attached. The same will be true of picture sleeves or LP covers. However, it will not have all of these problems at the same time. Goldmine price guides with more than one price will list Very Good as the lowest price.  

Good (G), Good Plus (G+) 

A record in Good or Good Plus condition can be played through without skipping. But it will have significant surface noise, scratches, and visible groove wear. A cover or sleeve will have seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear, or other defects will be present. While the record will be playable without skipping, noticeable surface noise and "ticks" will almost certainly accompany the playback.  

Poor (P), Fair (F)

The record is cracked, badly warped, and won't play through without skipping or repeating. The picture sleeve is water damaged, split on all three seams and heavily marred by wear and writing. The LP cover barely keeps the LP inside it. Inner sleeves are fully split, crinkled, and written upon.  

Generic

Within the context of grading items in the Discogs Marketplace, the term "generic" refers to a type of sleeve that is not specific to the release. A generic sleeve is either a plain sleeve or a company sleeve with standard company artwork. A sleeve that is graded as" generic" needs no further grading, as a generic sleeve generally adds little value to the item and can be easily replaced.