Walking into CD Trader felt like stepping into a time capsule--in the best way possible. I'm from…read morethat generation where CDs and records weren't just things, they were experiences. And this place? It gets it. There's something about flipping through dusty records that just hits different. It's like walking into a thrift store and catching that mid-century smell--you either understand it or you don't. I do. I live in band tees 90% of the time, and this spot is basically my natural habitat. I've built up little collections over the years--certain genres, classics I refuse to let go of--and being here made me actually consider bringing some pieces back in. But also... you never know when the internet might betray you, and suddenly that random DVD becomes essential again. The vibe here is unmatched, super nostalgic without trying too hard. And the service? Genuinely great. Friendly, helpful, and not pushy at all. Also--fell completely in love with a Madonna T-shirt that I absolutely need in my life. Definitely coming back. Easy five stars.

I have heard of this place for a long time but never set foot in it until yesterday…read more I had a our 75 DVDs and 65 CDs I wanted to get rid of so I remembered about CD trader. The experience was fine and the sale of them went super smooth,. They were very fast checking them and having my money ready but the 2 guys behind the counter that were helping me were pretty rude and unwelcoming. Just the way they talked to me and seems very unfriendly. I've never brought items in to sell and don't know how fast they would go they them since it was a Saturday and I figured they would be busier then a weekday, I took a bunch of games to sell to GameDude a week previous and they took like 4 hours to go thru them. I literally had to drop them off and come back hours later. I didn't know if that was the norm or what. So i walked in with just my crate of CDs, because I figured I could always come back another day with the DVDs but i got called fast. Since it went quickly I figured I'd bring my DVDs in, and then I told one guy that I had a crate of DVDs to bring in also and he snapped an was like "Why didn't you bring them all in at one time?" I'm sorry I actually thought I was doing them a favor because maybe it was busy or they were short staffed. How the hell am I supposed to know? So then I brought the crate of DVDs in. I also lost my voice a few days prior and was just getting on back so my voice is pretty low at the moment l, so when I spoke to them, they were like "What? I can't hear you". Almost like I was annoying them with my low voice. I don't know if they were the owners or what, they were older guys and not some younger employee so I assume maybe owners or managers. So my point is the stores pretty cool and they have some great stuff, but the two guys in front were kinda dicks. Doubt I'll be back.

Favorite record store in Southern California! Bob, Dave and…read moreeveryone are spot on - knowledgeable, helpful and ready to talk vinyl records and great music. Pricing is more than fair and the rare records are just endless. Parking can sometimes be a mite tricky, but in no way does that stop me from wanting to visit any time. NEVER leave empty-handed. How about that??

Very charming local mom & pop record store with a great selection. I actually found a rare record…read moreI'd been hunting for only $20 used! Nice employees that make you feel welcome. Love the music they play in the store, and overall good vibes that make you want to support small businesses. One of my favorite places to stop by on the weekend after yoga or sushi on Ventura blvd. They sell Blu-ray's, cassettes and cds too!

I was in the area and was surprised to see the sign for Rockaway Records. It has been years since…read moreI've been there. I used to frequent this store on a regular basis to sell CD's and pick up something cool. It was such a great store with lots of vinyl, CDs, cassette tapes, and music memorabilia. I was surprised to see that it moved from its large store front to a small space around the corner and entrance is by appointment only. However, you can shop online and browse the diverse collection of rare and mint condition pieces at your leisure. No doubt you'll find some coveted pieces like an autographed Nine Inch Nails guitar for $1,750.00.

Awesome store for rock and roll memorabilia. Great staff and pricing. You have to make an…read moreappointment prior to visiting.

Some people on yelp make me laugh. You want workers to bend to your every whim, drop what they're…read moredoing, and go out on the floor to check if they have the records you want? That's an actual review here, and I've seen similar rants on multiple record stores' pages. Are you people serious? How did you make it this far in life? How bout you just go out into the world and have a look yourself? Why do you need everything to be done for you? Jesus man, buy a clue. Anyway, this place is great. Fair prices, wide selection, really nice staff. (My only complaint is that they wouldn't leave the line of people at the register and tie my shoes for me. I lost my mommy and now my shoesies are untied and I don't know how to feed myself.)

Whether buying or selling, Alex and his staff are amazingly knowledgeable, fair and really on top…read moreof everything that you want to see in a record store: great used stock, new releases, rare records, CDs, cassettes and posters and other memorabilia. One other great aspect to the store is the location: there's parking, it's near the highway (I-5), and it's in Atwater, central to most of LA and full of great food and other destinations worth your time, too. Highest recommendation!

We had time to kill before our movie, and this store caught our eye…read more The selection is mixed between collectibles and items found at Target. There were Barbies, enamel pins, Star Wars figurines, a typewriter, a Twilight DVD, etc. A large BB-8 model priced around $8k was also available. There was a friendly staff member there. He greeted us when we entered the store. He answered questions when customers had them. Parking is plenty all around. There were spaces in front of the store and a large parking structure across the street.

my boyfriend and i stumbled across this store and it's so cool. they have a huge selection of…read morevintage toys from their family's personal collection. i'm a huge lps collector and they had some for a good price. the service was amazing, the 2 women working were so sweet and we talked to the for a long time. i definitely recommend

Excellent local record store. The owner was very welcoming and helpful. They have a nice selection…read moreand it was fun to browse through each section. Will definitely be back, happy to have found this gem!

First time at the new location today, great spot! This is a great location for them. I was worried…read moreabout parking in a busy street but it was a breeze. Even got some fun stickers. 10/10 as always

Best gosh damn record store in LA hands down. Great people, incredible selection always, good…read morepricing, a healhty mix of vintage and new vinyl. Go hang out here, browse and enjoy.

Upon entering, the two gentlemen behind the counter offered a rather wide-eyed reception, carrying…read morea slight energy of putting on airs. The rock section proved an eclectic affair... with pop artists like Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter tucked in among the records and no dedicated Pop section in sight. When we inquired about used vintage players, one staff member simply pointed us toward Best Buy down the street, ending the conversation there. Despite these quirks, I did find a vinyl I'd been hoping for, and my friend also made a purchase. It's a three-star experience.

This is a great record shop located right off of the central Little Tokyo Shopping District…read moreCorridor. What they offer is vinyl. It's a simple as that. Plus, they have a lot of it. In terms of their actual offerings, they have a lot of used vinyl, some of it is very rare. So, if you're looking for that really special something, you may very well be able to find it at this shop. They also have a lot of new vinyl. Some of it is of the older variety, and some of it is very new releases. So, whatever you're looking for, you should be able to find something here. In terms of their pricing, it's all very reasonable. Even the rare vintage vinyl they offer is priced very competitively in correlation with the modern market. This is the same with their new vinyl, their prices are very competitive. They also offer a few other items like some cassette tape and things like that. Thus, it is your one stop shop for when you want to grab that special piece of music. The staff here are all really nice. So if you need any help, they'll be happy to help you out. Overall, this is one of those dying breeds of shops, one that offers a grand selection of vinyl. It's a great place to visit, whether you're looking for that special record, or you're just looking to look. Overall, it's a great shopping experience.

Going Underground Records is a nicely curated record shop packed with some good finds! This spot is…read morelocated in the Little Tokyo area. There is a nearby paid parking garage or street parking all around the area. Inside, they have a pretty spacious setup with lots of records to sort through. Some cool record finds I came across for my music taste were Pop Smoke, Big Sean, Tame Impala, Kehlani, and Thee Sacred Souls. The records here are fairly priced and the staff are friendly and welcoming. I ended up copping the 75th Anniversary Sailor Moon vinyl for wifey since it was a record she had been chasing and one we do not see in the wild often. Definitely come check them out if you are ever in the area!