Description Lou Reed ‎– BerlinLabel:RCA Victor ‎– RS 1002, RCA Victor ‎– RS. 1002Format:Vinyl, LP, Album Country:UKReleased:1973Genre:RockStyle: This auction is for Lou Reed's 'Berlin" on RCA RS 1002.The album cover is Very Good plus (VG+), the inner sleeve is plain generic, and the album is in Excellent (Ex) / Very Good plus (VG+) condition. Grading records is always going to be subjective and this is as honest a description as I can give and anyone is welcome to come and look if they are local or ask for more specific information or photos.Please see information below for more details about record grading, thanks and happy bidding.NotesSlightly later UK press with 'Shorepack by shorewood packaging co. Ltd England' at bottom of rear sleeve. 1st and 2nd Cat. Nos. labels. 3rd and 4th Cat. Nos. back cover and spine.Barcode and Other IdentifiersMatrix / Runout (Label Side A): RS 1002 AMatrix / Runout (Label Side B): RS 1002 BMatrix / Runout (Runout Side A [Etched]): RS 1002-A-1E A4LMatrix / Runout (Runout Side B [Etched]): RS 1002-B-2E A2YMatrix / Runout (Runout Side A (Variant 1) [Etched]): RS 1002-A-2E AI IMatrix / Runout (Runout Side B (Variant 1) [Etched]): RS 1002-B-2E AI AFMatrix / Runout (Runout Side A (Variant 2) [Etched]): RS 1002-A-1E K A4ABMatrix / Runout (Runout Side B (Variant 2) [Etched]): RS 1002-B-2E K A1AHMatrix / Runout (Runout Side A (Variant 3) [Etched]): RS 1002-A-1E AI JMatrix / Runout (Runout Side B (Variant 3) [Etched]): RS 1002-B-2E AI CMatrix / Runout (Runout side A etched, variant 4): RS 1002-A-1E K A4AAMatrix / Runout (Runout side B etched, variant 4): RS 1002-B-2E K A3Q Vinyl Grading System Words: Tom Fisher “When buying and selling vinyl, a good understanding of grading is absolutely essential. Unfortunately though, it’s not an exact science; and the inevitable element of subjectivity is often a source of dispute, especially as trading has moved online.There is, however, a fairly universal grading system in place and a set of commonly held guidelines to help wade through murky waters – as Tom Fisher of near-mint second hand emporium Rat Records details below”.Mint (M) – Absolutely perfect in every way. Never been played and usually sealed.Near Mint (NM) – The record has been on a shelf between other records. The vinyl looks glossy and clearly has only been played a few times. There are no marks on the vinyl and the whole package is complete.Excellent (E) – Same but I’d tolerate very light marks where the vinyl has been in and out of the inner sleeve a few times, or tiny signs of use generally.Very Good Plus (VG+) – A few further faults are acceptable, but nothing that really compromises the record visually or audibly. A little rub, light inaudible marks, a little background crackle.Very Good (VG) – It’s seen a bit of life, but is still usable. Light pops and clicks, an edge split, light visible scratches. You can still listen to it and enjoy looking at it, but it is visually and audibly USED.Good (G) – To be honest you’re making trouble for yourself here, as Good means Bad. I’d only be selling something really desirable in this condition, with a bargain price and a full, no holds barred description to match.Poor (P), Fair (F) Attempting to listen will be a disturbing experience. Expect major noise issues, skipping or repeating. The record itself is cracked, badly warped and has deep scratches. The cover is also approaching death.