an incredible spot for music lovers! the staff was so kind and helpful and i also had an awesome…read moreconversation with them about some new music that had just released :) the selection was also incredible as well with great pricing, me and my mom walked out with two used vinyls and one brand new cd! my parents and i also really enjoyed the overall aesthetic of the shop!! you cant miss this place if youre in the area, its a must visit!!!

Analog Record Shop is a smaller record shop in the Tustin area that is packed with amazing finds!…read moreThis spot is located in a plaza with a decent amount of parking spots with street parking available as well. Inside, they have a smaller space but still a lot of crates to dig through. Their selection is very organized by genres and artists. They also have a good amount of records in their new arrivals and sale crates. The records are priced fairly here and the staff are very friendly and welcoming. Some of the cool finds I spotted in my musical wheelhouse were Cigarettes After Sx, Durand Jones & The Indications, Pop Smoke, and Daft Punk. Come check them out if you are ever in the area!

Sometimes you just want to say "hi" to the special friends at Dr. Freecloud's Record Store. This…read moreis a good time to catch up with Mr Ron and Mrs Helen running the fantastic selections of every type and genre of vinyl recordings, bar none. It is always good to chat a while and you can't help to see the colorful walls and hear the easy beats coming from the far corner. I've got all the Linda Rhondstat LP's in my collection but it is always interesting to learn of new stuff... stuff like shirts and equipment and CD's and so much more. Looking for something special?? I know they are ready to guide and help. That friendliness is what keeps Dr. Freecloud's Record Store a pillar in the community.

Dr. Freecloud's is one of OC's OG record shops and has been in the game for 30+ years! This spot is…read morelocated in the same plaza as Savers where there is a good amount of parking spots. Inside, they have a pretty big store with tons of crates to dig through. Their selection is organized by different genres and artists. They also have a clearance section which has some great scores too. The records here are definitely priced fairly and all of the staff are friendly and welcoming. I browsed around for a good 25-30 minutes and was able to score on a Laufey and a Gunna vinyl (yes, my music taste is random but also immaculate). I will definitely be back for some more good finds!

Don't "borrow" moving blankets from him. I've probably spent…read moreabout 20 grand with this dude...It wasn't enough.. Audeze LCD-3 Focal Celeste Mytek dacs. Rega planar 6 Harbeth speakers. I bought some JBL L100 Classic floor models. Dude didn't have the box, to he said I could "borrow" moving blankets..I came back some time later, First think out of his mouth...Where are my blankets!!??" I'm not sure what a couple of moving blankets are worth , but it cost you a nuisance of a customer I guess.. I've been taking my business elsewhere ever since, but this never sat well with me. If you like to get the best stuff you can afford, go elsewhere!!! If you have 100+k to spend on great gear, go here I guess..otherwise f off.

I walked into Excel Audio nearly nine years ago with a simple question about a tonearm--and walked…read moreout with something much bigger: a place I trust with every hard-earned dollar I spend on audio gear. Since then, I've picked up multiple speakers, amps, turntables, and a ridiculous amount of vinyl. And let me tell you--there's no one I trust more than Mike Rose when it comes to building the perfect setup. The guy knows high-end audio, jazz, rock--you name it--better than anyone I've met. But it's more than just knowledge. He actually listens--not just to the gear, but to what you want out of your system. No sales pressure. No gimmicks. Just straight-up passion and expertise. I moved out of state a few years ago, but every time I'm back in town, I make it a point to stop by--whether it's to pick up an album (or a few) or to grab more gear that he can drop-ship to me wherever I am. My latest visit reminded me of something important--it was long overdue to leave this review. If you care about killer sound and honest advice--do yourself a favor and visit Excel Audio. You won't find a better place or a better guy to guide you.

They have rows and rows of records, CDs. Top and bottom of…read morethe racks were full. Most albums were $20 or more. The attendant stood toward the rear of the store and waited for any questions or Sales. If you have a lot of time just come in and look and you are sure to find a gem. It's worth the effort. We got Stephanie Mills album for $20!

Thought he was a cool guy from prior experiences, I wanted an offer of at least $10 for 40+ dvds…read morethat I brought in but he said he would take it as a donation because of the condition of the cd's... Zero value?? Really? Not even anything for the 'Revenge Of The Sith' BluRay?? Never coming here again. Even a pawn shop has better offers & manners, unbelievable.

Wow, what a gem located in downtown Tustin. We wandered in and found ourselves in…read morerecord/vinyl/collector heaven! This is a small place packed to the gills with the best stuff. Lots of records, cassette tapes, cds, and comic books. There's some tshirts, stickers, pins, coasters, and the funniest cards (birthday, engagement, wedding, etc) with very funny/ silly and mildly inappropriate humor and drawings (but so fun!). There's lots of collectible toys and goodies all over. It feels so fun inside. You can tell the owner is a true collector and the store reflects that. It is packed but not overwhelming (does NOT feel like a junk store). Everything is well ordered and neat. If you love music please come support this shop. It's a gem!

Fantastic record store! Tom, the owner, is a nice guy and is very knowledgeable. Great selection as…read morewell. Will definitely be coming back.

Stopped by Resident Vinyl about four times now while grabbing coffee next door, and every visit…read morethere's a new mix of records. I was on the hunt for a Bad Bunny album and they actually texted me when it came in and held it! A+ service. This time I picked up the Bad Bunny album and a Chappell Roan 7-inch. Super friendly staff, great selection, and prices are standard compared to other shops in the area. Easy place to keep coming back to.

Resident Vinyl is a smaller indie vinyl shop located in the back of Contra Coffee at the Orange…read moreCircle. Despite its smaller size, they typically have a nice selection of modern vinyls. I stopped by to crate dig and ended up coming home with a Larry June & The Alchemist record. All of the staff here are friendly and welcoming and the records are priced fairly. I would highly recommend stopping by to grab a drink at the coffee shop, crate dig at the record shop, and then check out the stationary store next to the record shop!

I live in NYC. I found Nothing but a Nightmare's website through discogs. As I looked through their…read moreselections. It seemed to good to be true. Amazing selection and prices on rather hard to find wares. I took the chance and it was totally worth it. I got my package in four days. Everything was wrapped safely. Excellent service! I will be ordering again.

went here about a month ago with a buddy of mine to this shop. it's in an odd area in garden grove,…read morebut as soon as we walked in the selection was pretty good with some gems that you might be looking for. my buddy grabbed a disembodied 12" and i scored a couple of cd's from a few of my favorite vegan straight edge bands. the owner, rick was a cool dude and we enjoyed talking with him about music and the showcase theatre that was once opened in corona. he even told us some funny stories about some of the bands coming up in the orange county hardcore scene (18 visions, throwdown, etc.) i know rick mentioned that the shop may relocate in the future, but i can be wrong. if you're in garden grove stop by the shop and have a convo with rick

Amazing...I go EVERY month. There are all GENRES of vinyl at various price points. If you look hard…read moreenough you will find what you are looking for. Free parking, 5 bucks to get in (I don't mind this as it supports the show). Everyone is super friendly and dialed in looking for records. I get there at 11am with my super espresso drink...buzz and browse. Also, you must buy a T-shirt at the door. Highlights: there is one stall/table that has the most SIGMA/AMAZING reggae records; 45's, Dub, old stuff, new stuff. I'm crying because I limit myself only to buy 3 things. One table near the back of the venue has the Doom, Stoner Rock, Crust Doom, Black Doom records. Did I say PUNK....amazing punk stuff found all over. I bought a Hendrix record (live in Maui) for 8 bucks used. JUST GO, and go every month. This is a great thing...don't miss it. OH YEA....Do you like JAZZ? Yup...massive jazz selection. Classic Rock, pop, K-pop, anything.....they also have CD's and cassettes ( bruh!!!)..go. You will be among your people:

The OC Record Show has been a staple in the OC community for music lovers and vinyl collectors…read more They have shows on the last Sunday of every month except for December. Early admission is $10 to get in before 10am and general admission is $5 after 10am. To get here, there is a free parking lot with a good amount of spots. Inside, they have a bunch of vendors with so many crates to dig through. Vendors all have different prices and selection of genres. Wifey and I had a fun time perusing around and ended up leaving with a Getz/Gilberto and Snoh Aalegra vinyls. I would definitely recommend checking out the show for those looking to explore new records for their collection.