PRICING
Preservation that pays off.
Choose the right service for your record type, add optional prep services, and select your turnaround time.
Grading & Encapsulation Services
| Service Type | Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Sealed Record | $49.99 | For unopened albums in original shrink-wrap. |
| Vinyl-In-Sleeve (VIS) | $59.99 | For opened records with the vinyl stored inside the sleeve. |
| Vinyl Visible (Double Slab with Hinge) | $79.99 | Sleeve and vinyl slabbed separately and joined by our patented hinge. |
| Vinyl Only | $49.99 | Vinyl record only, no sleeve included. |
| Double Album (VIS) | $69.99 | Two-record set with vinyl stored in the sleeve. |
| Double Album (Visible) | $99.99 | Both records and sleeve slabbed and hinged. |
| Crossover Grading | +$10.00 | We break your record out of another company’s slab for regrading in VMG format. |
| Reholder (VMG or AAGS slabs only) | $39.99 | Re-encapsulation into a new VMG slab (same grade). |
| LP Flats or Inserts (Authentication Only) | $35.99 | Slabbed and authenticated as “AU” (not graded). |
| Soft Grading (12″, 10″, 7″) | $15.00 | Openable, listener-friendly version of our standard grading. |
Note: Crossover grading carries risk of damage. VMG is not responsible for damage during breakout.
Optional Slab Preparation Services
| Service | Add-On Price | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Ozone Treatment | +$4.99 | Reduces odors from smoke or mold before slabbing. |
| Shrink Cleaning | +$9.99 | Surface dirt removal and rejuvenation of shrink-wrap appearance. |
| Sticker Removal (Shrink/Sleeve) | +$15.99 | Attempted removal of stickers—refunded if too risky to proceed. |
| Sleeve Dry Cleaning | +$29.99 | Gently brightens outer sleeve using safe dry-cleaning techniques. |
| Ultrasonic Cleaning (Single) | +$9.99 | Deep clean of a single vinyl record. |
| Ultrasonic Cleaning (Double) | +$19.99 | Deep clean for double albums. |
Turnaround Options
| Service Time | Add-On Price |
|---|---|
| Standard (60 Business Days) | Included |
| Rush (15 Business Days) | +$100.00 |
| Super Rush (5 Business Days) | +$500.00 |
Turnaround begins on the first business days your submission is received, not the day your submission is shipped.
Authentication Services
| Service | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Autograph Authentication (PSA/DNA) | $149.00 | If actual PSA fee exceeds $149, we’ll invoice the difference separately. |
| Autograph Authentication (Beckett) | $20–$1000+ | Pricing depends on Beckett’s exact tier and quote. |
Shipping Support
| Add-On | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl Record Mailer Kit | $14.99 | A custom-built double-box kit for up to 5 albums, reusable and durable. |
Insurance is an additional $1.50 per $100 declared value.
Take advantage of combined shipping at no additional cost for every 5 items you order! So if you are ordering 2 items, you can order up to 5 and pay the same shipping cost. Ordering 7 albums? Order up to 10 with no additional shipping cost!
Need Help?
Not sure which service is right for your record?
Visit our Submission Page or contact us for guidance
