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Professional vinyl record listing photos in seconds. Show vinyl surface condition, sleeve wear, and label detail.

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Upload your vinyl photo and type 'replace background with clean dark backdrop, show vinyl surface condition and label clearly' to create professional listing images in 15-30 seconds. EditThisPic handles the unique challenges of vinyl photography: surface scratches on reflective media, sleeve condition documentation, and label readability. Free to try, no account required.
"I sell 100+ records a month. Getting the vinyl surface to show condition in photos was always the hardest part. EditThisPic preserves every scratch and scuff while giving me professional backgrounds." @CrateDiggerTom

Built for Vinyl Record Sellers

Vinyl surfaces are highly reflective, making it difficult to show scratches and scuffs in photos
Sleeve condition including ring wear, seam splits, and edge wear needs documentation
Labels need to be readable for pressing identification and value assessment
Record grading (VG+, NM, etc.) depends on visible condition that photos must accurately show
Flash creates severe glare on vinyl that hides the exact surface condition buyers need to see

Vinyl grading drives pricing. A VG+ record versus a NM copy can be a significant price difference. EditThisPic helps you document surface scratches, sleeve condition, and label detail on clean backgrounds that let collectors evaluate the exact grade before bidding.

Vinyl listings with clear surface condition photos receive 25% fewer grading disputes - Discogs/eBay Vinyl Market Report 2024

Tools Record Sellers Use Most

Create Professional Vinyl Photos

  1. Upload your photo

    Drop your vinyl photo into EditThisPic. JPG, PNG, and WebP up to 7MB. Shoot: vinyl surface (both sides), label (both sides), sleeve front, sleeve back, spine, and any defects.

    Background cleanup takes 15-20 seconds. Detail enhancement may need a second pass.
  2. Describe the edit you want

    Type 'replace background with clean dark backdrop, show vinyl surface condition clearly' for vinyl shots. For sleeves, try 'replace background with clean backdrop, show sleeve condition including ring wear.'

    Dark backgrounds work best for vinyl records. They provide contrast for surface scratches and reduce the glare problem that white backgrounds create on reflective vinyl.
  3. Review the result

    Check vinyl surface for scratch visibility, label readability, and sleeve condition documentation. Zoom to 100% on surface marks.

    If surface scratches are not showing clearly, try 'enhance lighting to show surface scratches and scuffs at an angle' for better visibility.
  4. Refine if needed

    Apply consistent dark backgrounds to vinyl shots and matching neutral backgrounds to sleeve photos. Include: vinyl side A, vinyl side B, labels, sleeve front/back, and spine.

    Photograph the vinyl at a slight angle under directional light to make surface scratches visible before editing.

Vinyl Record Photo Prompts for eBay

Vinyl surface condition
replace background with clean dark gray, reduce vinyl surface glare, show scratches and scuffs clearly, honest condition documentation

Dark backgrounds work best for vinyl. They reduce glare and show surface condition.

Record label close-up
replace background with clean dark gray, enhance sharpness on label text, show pressing details and matrix numbers

Labels identify pressings. Sharp text helps collectors identify value.

Sleeve condition documentation
replace background with clean neutral backdrop, show ring wear, seam splits, and edge wear clearly, preserve all wear as-is

Sleeve condition is graded separately from vinyl. Document every flaw.

Spine readability
replace background with clean neutral backdrop, enhance sharpness on spine text, show spine condition

Spine wear and text readability affect sleeve grade significantly.

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Gatefold interior
replace background with clean backdrop, show gatefold artwork and condition, preserve printing quality

Gatefold interiors add value. Show the artwork and condition clearly.

Insert and lyric sheet
replace background with clean backdrop, show insert condition and text, preserve fold marks as-is

Original inserts add value. Document their condition separately.

Vinyl color for colored pressings
replace background with clean dark gray, show vinyl color accurately, preserve color variation and splatter pattern

Colored vinyl variants need accurate color representation for identification.

Sealed or shrinkwrapped record
replace background with clean backdrop, reduce shrinkwrap glare, show seal condition, preserve hype stickers

Sealed records command premium prices. Show the seal integrity clearly.

Edit Type Prompt Time
Vinyl surface condition dark background, reduce glare, show scratches 20s Try This โ†’
Label close-up enhance label text, dark background 15s Try This โ†’
Sleeve condition neutral backdrop, show ring wear as-is 15s Try This โ†’
Spine documentation enhance spine text, show condition 15s Try This โ†’

eBay Vinyl Record Photo Examples

Vinyl on messy desk with glare hiding surface
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Vinyl on dark background with scratches visible
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Vinyl surface condition documented clearly

Vinyl surface on messy desk. Dark background with scratches visible.

Prompt: replace background with dark gray, reduce glare, show surface condition
Label text hard to read in poor lighting
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Label sharp and readable on dark background
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Record label sharp and readable

Label text enhanced for pressing identification.

Prompt: enhance label text sharpness, dark background, pressing detail
Sleeve on cluttered shelf with other records
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Sleeve on clean backdrop with ring wear visible
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Sleeve with ring wear documented honestly

Sleeve ring wear and condition documented on clean background.

Prompt: show sleeve ring wear and condition, neutral backdrop, honest documentation
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Common Vinyl Photo Issues

Flash glare completely hides vinyl surface condition

Why: Vinyl is highly reflective. Direct flash creates a white band across the surface hiding all detail.

Try: reduce flash glare on vinyl surface, reveal surface condition underneath, dark background

Photograph vinyl at an angle to light, never with direct flash. Angled lighting reveals surface scratches.

Surface scratches not visible in the photo

Why: Head-on lighting does not reveal surface imperfections on vinyl.

Try: enhance lighting at an angle to reveal surface scratches and scuffs, dark background

Tilt the vinyl under a single light source to make scratches catch the light before photographing.

Sleeve ring wear looks worse in photo

Why: Enhanced lighting can exaggerate ring wear impressions.

Try: replace background with neutral backdrop, preserve ring wear as-is, do not enhance surface imperfections

Add 'do not enhance surface imperfections' if the photo makes wear look worse than reality.

Label text is too small to read

Why: Record labels have small text that phone cameras struggle with.

Try: enhance sharpness on label text, maximum readability, dark background

Shoot labels as separate close-ups. Closer framing gives the AI more detail.

Colored vinyl does not show accurate color

Why: Background and lighting changes can shift vinyl color representation.

Try: replace background with dark gray, preserve vinyl color exactly, no color correction

Colored vinyl variants are identified by color. Accuracy is essential.

Shrinkwrap glare hides everything

Why: Shrinkwrap creates plastic glare similar to toploader reflections on cards.

Try: reduce shrinkwrap glare, show record and sleeve through the wrapping, preserve seal integrity

Sealed records need visible seals. Reduce glare without making the wrap invisible.

Vinyl Seller Questions

How do I show vinyl surface condition without flash glare?

Photograph the vinyl at an angle under a single light source (window or desk lamp). Then use 'reduce vinyl surface glare, show scratches clearly' in EditThisPic. The AI reduces the remaining glare while keeping surface detail visible.

What background works best for vinyl records?

Dark gray or black works best for vinyl itself. The dark background provides contrast for surface scratches and reduces the glare problem. For sleeves, neutral or white backgrounds work well.

Can I show both vinyl and sleeve in one shot?

Yes, but they work better as separate photos. Vinyl needs dark backgrounds for surface visibility while sleeves need neutral backgrounds for color accuracy. Process them separately for best results.

How do I photograph colored vinyl accurately?

Use 'preserve vinyl color exactly, no color correction' with a dark background. Color accuracy is critical for identifying pressing variants.

Should I grade vinyl in the listing based on photos?

EditThisPic helps you create photos that let buyers see the condition to estimate their own grade. Always be conservative in your grading and let the photos speak for themselves.

How many photos do vinyl listings need?

Minimum 8: vinyl side A surface, vinyl side B surface, label A, label B, sleeve front, sleeve back, spine, and any notable defects. Use all 12 eBay slots for higher-value records.

Is EditThisPic's AI photo editor for ebay vinyl record listings really free?

Yes โ€” you get 1 free edit per week, no account needed. For unlimited edits, plans start at $3.99/month.

Can I ebay vinyl record on my phone?

Yes. EditThisPic works in any mobile browser โ€” iPhone, Android, tablet. No app download needed.

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