
Pre-War Country 78 - Dan Hughey - Little Old Log Cabin In The Lane / Old Number Three on Champion
Sound clips (where applicable) are recorded unfiltered directly from the record for sale using an Audio Technica LP120X with an AT-VM95SP cartridge. RECORD CONDITION: V+ NOTES: 78s are graded using the VJM system, shown below for reference: N : As new and unplayed (there are virtually no 78s that can categorically be claimed to be unplayed).N- : Nearly Mint, but has been played. No visible signs of wear or damage.E+ : Plays like new, with very, very few signs of handling, such as tiny scuffs from being slipped in and out of jackets.E : Still very shiny, near new looking, with no visible signs of wear, but a few inaudible scuffs and scratches.E- : Still shiny but without the lustre of a new record, few light scratches.V+ : V+ is an average condition 78 in which scuffs and general use has dulled the finish somewhat. Wear is moderate but playing is generally free from distortion. Surface noise not overly pronounced.V : Moderate, even wear throughout, but still very playable. Surface noise and scratches audible but not intrusive.V- : Quite playable still, but distortion and heavy greying in loud passages. Music remains loud in most passages. Surface noise and scratches well below music level.G+ : Grey throughout but still serviceable. Music begins to sound muffled. Heavy scratches.G : Quite seriously worn and scratched, but music level is still higher than surface noise.G- : Music still prominent, but wear and scatch damage extensive.F : Most of music remains audible over surface noise, but listening now uncomfortable.P : Unplayable.