The Art of Grading Vinyl Records: John Manship Explains | Discogs

For the past 55 years, the U.K.'s John Manship has been supplying collectors worldwide with rare vinyl records through John Manship Records. A Discogs seller since 2009, Manship's keen eye and attention to detail in the record collecting world is undeniable, particularly when it comes to setting the standard for record grading. "Every time you list a record, you have a chance to build a relationship," says Manship. Naturally, John Manship has created thousands of relationships within the vinyl collecting community. This video chronicles his involvement in establishing clear and consistent grading practices, and how visual grading has shaped Manship's own vinyl buying and selling, from labels to imperfections to sleeves. In Manship's own words, "Grade it as if you're going to buy it." Video by https://www.weareblood.co.uk/ -- Unlock the ultimate record collecting experience: https://www.discogs.com/about/get-started/ SUBSCRIBE: youtube.com/discogs Check us on Social @Discogs: Follow Discogs on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/discogs Follow Discogs on X: https://twitter.com/discogs Follow Discogs on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/discogs Follow Discogs on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@discogs Follow Discogs on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:elr6bawnjt7ebgb2cvi75dhy Thanks for watching! #vinyl #vinylrecords #vinylcollection