Lots to choose from here as I am rebuilding my cd collection after losing it. The prices are very…read morereasonable as I was finding a lot of these on eBay for $17-$21 excluding $4 or so for shipping. Trade-ins welcome as I had to get rid of a new cd that I didn't realize was a clean cersio Whatever you can't find here, Graham can look up and purchase for you if it's still in print. He's super helpful and chill. Lots of vinyl to choose from too!

They have a wonderful selection and the service is amazing, everyone is so kind! They're very…read moreorganized and have a wonderful playlist going on. Their prices were very reasonable too!

I remember visiting Bookoff in NYC for the first time 25+ years ago and it blew my mind. That…read morefeeling kind of never goes away in any Bookoff. Of course it's even more intense in Japan where it feels like you're in a labyrinth and may never make it out. I always feel like I need to inspect everything closely so I won't miss anything that could change my life lol When I first visited this Bookoff 3 years ago, they didn't have ANY Japanese music. Japanese music is the entire reason I go to Bookoff (and a lifelong passion for me) so this physically hurt me. Japan has the second largest music industry in the world, and this is a Japanese store! I couldn't believe it, I even asked the staff at the time (who were very friendly and helpful, and they still are!) and they confirmed that they had nothing. I know Kpop has basically always been more popular globally but come on y'all. They do play both Jpop and Kpop in the store BGM. Anyway, I'm very happy to report that they have a small section now. It really could be larger considering, but I guess this is what they get sold to them. I didn't recognize a lot of artists in the records (the CDs were too high up for me to browse easily) which just means it's an opportunity for discovery. There's no way to try the records so I'll have to come back with Google and some headphones. I walked out with ひばり美空 & おニャン子クラブ records, lol. I saw 2 イルカ records but didn't bite. Many reviews complain about the pricing. My records were $9 each which is fair but I did notice some were $30-40. About the pricing, all I can say is that they're a specialty brick & mortar store in Socal so they need to survive. And the items sold here cannot be obtained anywhere else easily except for the internet, where you can guarantee many of them would be more expensive. For people like me, I would never complain about the prices no matter what - Bookoff is invaluable. But I get it if a book costs more used than new, that doesn't make sense. Either way, please support Bookoff in whatever way makes sense to you, or it will disappear. Please help ensure the survival of Bookoff!

I came in search of anime figures and I will say that the selection was VAST albeit very chaotic in…read moreits organization. Their manga selection was large and very well organized. They also have a large selection of Japanese manga too which I've not seen at other stores and was cool to see! We browsed their games and Pokemon cards as well. They had a lot of consoles and handhelds. They had a lot of dvds and blueray. Their regular book selection was extensive though I didn't look too much as it wasn't why I was there and my husband and kids were wanting to go get dinner. Overall while it was a very cool place, I feel like the pricing left a lot to be desired. Most of the manga I came across that I was interested in were priced very close to or at MSRP and the figures were disappointing bc every single one that I recognized and happened to know the going price on was significantly higher than it should be -- even super used ones that had no box were priced higher than you could get them for brand new! So even though I wanted to take the time to dig through the chaos and find a gem it made me hesitant bc i figured that even if I did find something I wanted, the odds were likely that it would be marked well over its value

First time purchasing a few Records from Vinyl Junkies…read more. Had them shipped to Iowa, Great price & they shipped them in a mighty mailer for extra protection and they arrived in great condition within a reasonable timeframe.. However incurred a minor issue at no fault to the store, inner sleeves were missing, this was a known issue from the record producer on this particular release, worked with Jules at Vinyl Junkies and she worked diligently with their supplier to make things right, took a bit but she got it done and shipped them right away free of charge and in perfect condition.. If you're looking for great service on your next vinyl purchase look no further, these guys and gals are great and they stand by what they sell.. Thanks Vinyl Junkies! & Thank you Jules for completing my album's.. ~ Jason

This is a small and funky vinyl shop with a fair amount of used CDs. In fact, they have more used…read moreCDs here than just about anywhere else I have ever seen, other than at Amoeba in Los Angeles. They also have old cassette tapes, too, if you are a weirdo and a masochist. There are three rooms to explore and a little courtyard in between them all. I have to believe this space was a coffee house or something like that in a different life. The vinyl record collection is the emphasis, as it should be, and it is well-organized. There is some organization to some of the CDs but many of them are just stacked here and there. That is ok. If you are a musical dinosaur like some of us, some of the fun is in the hunt itself. The only drag is parking. Street parking is your only option and it is rough. The good news is there are some cool other shops in this area to explore, like books, beer, food, etc. Well worth a visit for music fans.

A hidden gem nestled in the back alleys of North Park, Red Brontosaurus is reliable for Records,…read moreTapes, CD's, Movies, and more courtesy of owner Davey and Co

I'm giving this record store a 5 only because the owner is awesome! My friends and I were strolling…read moreNP and saw a guy with records so we searched for the nearest record store. The place is small. Records are broken down to genre. He may not have the best selection but you may find a gem or two. He also sells video games and accessories. The owner approached my friends and I about what he had in store and all his music interest. Off top super friendly!! He is very knowledgeable on different genres. Overall he was just all around Good Vibes and that's what would make me come back!

Taang! Dang. This record store got a lotta stuff in it. It's one of those record stores where you…read morefeel like you're hunting and pecking, because things are kind of all cramped and somewhat all over the place. Although, there is a rhyme and reason to things, and you realize this once you're in the space for a bit. They have a lot of band t-shirts, which they hang overhead and you need to have your arms raised for an extended period of time to look through them. Taang also sells DVDs, VHS, CDs, cassettes, laser discs (what?) and record players. Of course, they also sell lots and lots of albums. I saw a lot of hip-hop records, which was cool because that genre is somewhat neglected when it comes to vinyl. This record store is small, but they have a lot of great things. It's also located in a fun area of San Diego, with lots of other cool shops to explore.

Friendly staff, large selection, Vinyl dominates their inventory but they also have Band Shirts,…read moreCassette and 8 Track tapes, VHS, DVD and Blu-ray. Some items were priced well others were a little high but generally fair. Well organized

When I spotted Cow records, located near Ocean Beach, I knew that I had to go in. First, though, we…read moreneeded pizza down the street at Pizza Luigi's. I made sure to wash my hands before visiting the shop, though. Inside, it's wall-to-ceiling packed with records, cds, posters, even VHS tapes, cassette tapes, and other music gifts such as stickers, pins, and t-shirts. The more valuable records, like most shops, are high on the walls over the bins. I thought some of the prices seemed higher than you'd see on Discogs, for example, but I'm sure high rent is a factor. There is such a thing as a bird in the hand is better than two in the bush, however. One trend, for better or worse, and this isn't just Cow I'm talking about, is that very few used records, especially original pressings (OGs), are available anymore. More often than not, reissued vinyl, sometimes from questionable providence (e.g. European labels that use cds as the mastering source because of lax copyright laws). Not to say that all reissues are bad because some are well mastered and pressed. Fortunately,more artists are having new albums released on vinyl, which is great except that the average release costs $25‐50 now. Anyhow, my rock and jazz collections are so vast that I only browse what's high on the wall nowadays, except for a few audiophile reissues by Blue Note records, especially their Tone Poet and Classic programs. Great store and vibe, support your independent record shops!

What an amazing place! I found an awesome record and the store owner signed it, it's his band…read more Lots of interesting and cool stuff in here!

I love this store a lot, I wish there was more kpop stores in San Diego! Almost never busy when I…read morego, but the selection ranges from kpop albums to sanrio toys to stationery and other trinkets! They have a stamp rewards card too. Space is small but well organized and I've never had an issue shopping by there. The lady upfront is very nice. They do take cash and the prices are fair also! I think they keep limited stock upfront for customers to see and refresh once the items are bought. Will continue to come here whenever I want to treat myself :)

THEY HAVE A LOT OF STRAY KIDS ALBUMS SDNDJASDKJANDJAJEN I LOVE IT I LOVE IT I LOVE IT the only…read moredownside is that you need to spend $200 to get a $10 discount D: workers are nice as far as I know I've only been there 3 times

M-Theory Music is a not a mega music shop comparable to Amoeba in Hollywood but the collection of…read morevarious music genres is great. The selection of vintage vinyl is impressive especially if you like classic rock and other music styles are available and make it valuable for some audio collectors. The one staffer was cool and nice and answered my questions. Worth your visit. Recommend.

Service , selection and prices. Easy location and plenty of parking around the area. Very friendly…read moreand accurate pricing.

This place is run by a fantastic and kind human that knows so much about records. She was helpful…read moreand quick in getting our collection looked over to add to her collection. She's got everything in her store from records to couches. Such an amazing selection of vintage goods! She gave me an amazing rate of 50% of the price Shes going to list the records for. Win win. We will be back!

I've been to East County Vinyl a few times now, and I always appreciate both the selection of…read morevinyl's that they have, as well as the help the owners provide. You can definitely find some gems for a good price there. Highly recommend!

I never post a negative review, but seriously the experience was so weird. Went to this record…read morestore to shop around and maybe sell some old records I inherited from family. Most of the records in the store are pretty expensive, which is understandable, it's not a bad collection; but overall the experience was bad. The store owner was super condescending, not only to me and my partner but the couple that checked out ahead of us in line as well. It's a record shop man, what's with the horrible vibes?? Won't be returning.

Lou's Records in the early to mid 90s was the best record store in southern California. The left…read moreside had the new vinyl and CDs, and the right side (their current store) was were you took your used CDs to sell/trade. I used to go every weekend to check out the new releases display at the front of the store, buying albums solely based on the label (Matador, Sub Pop, Touch & Go, etc.). It was an incredibly vibrant store.