I need to preface this by saying I love a good dig. I mean, I really love digging. My senses are like metal detectors and my hands are shovels in any record store. As someone who has spent time in many awkward spots digging around for vinyl, I have to say this place was the most comfortable digging spot I have ever experienced. Yes, the music selection is eclectic and not full of popular stuff you'd hear on the radio, but if you like to spin a variety of albums- they have that scratch to your itch at many price points (including more than a decent amount of $1 albums from all genres). I personally collect a lot of twist, conjunto, mariachi, & Tejano... and found exactly what I loved- many of which were $1. Are the $1 albums Mint graded? Oh heck no. Are they playable with a little cleaning? Absolutely. As a digger, I really really really appreciated how most of the digging was at eye-level or accessible via step-stool. Minimal time was spent splayed out on the floor as a trip hazard by yours truly. There are some at floor level, but the majority is up high, which I loved! There are also a few new releases, RSD exclusives, and a well curated selection of different genres. The prices are very fair as well. You could come here with a $10 bill and have as much fun as someone with two $100 bills. What I loved, too, was how digestible the entire selection was- it wasn't overwhelming to thumb through the entire display when visiting. The folks working at the shop are also very friendly and knowledgeable. Can't wait to come back to see what goodies await for this vinyl treasure hunter next. read more

Disrespectful. I was just looking to buy a record. I was treated like i did something very wrong. Condescending, arrogance, rude ? Whatever you want to call it. Actually glad i didnt engage. Plenty of good people to buy records from. This guy is NOT one of them. Good luck. read more

This is a little hidden gem for vinyl collectors in the Corpus Christi area. We travel down there from San Antonio pretty often to go fishing. Once I found this place I made it a part of our road trip ritual to stop there on our way back home. I always leave there feeling like I found a piece of lost treasure. Love that place. read more

Absolutely love this shop, stop by every time I'm in town. One of my favorite shops in Texas, Carlos always knows what he has which makes it an easier experience. read more

Hybrid Records - Vinyl Records Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

Best record store I've been in since I started collecting! Carlos and Josh are really cool dudes. The shop has a good selection in all formats. If there's something you can't find they're always willing to hunt it down or place a special order. Awesome shop not just to buy but hang out talk about music movies whatever just shoot the breeze. I live about an hour and a half away from the shop and I make it in at least a couple times a month. It's worth the drive. Tons of cool shop merch. They'll take care of you here. If you can't make it in hit up their social media always willing to do online orders and ship to you. They go above and beyond I couldn't ask for a better record store. read more

Hybrid Records - Store front - Vinyl Records Near Me - Corpus Christi, Texas

Great shop with an ever-changing assortment of new and used records, books, videos, and stereo equipment. Carlos and Josh are great guys with real love for music who will happily shoot the breeze about what's good in the shop and go deep on their or your love/hate/confusion for various musical artists or other nooks of pop culture (though don't try talking smack about the Spurs). If you're not seeing what you want, talk to them about it! They're always up for hunting things down or taking special orders. And keep your ears open for word on the free shows that happen there with various local and touring acts. It is the consummate neighborhood record shop. read more

Great vibe and music selection. I went when they had a DJ named Cholophil Collins and was amazed!

This is the most horrible record store I have been in and I have been in a lot! Went in on 8/24 and the music playing was HORRIBLE with the f*** word about every other word, guy didn't say a word to us, got up from his chair and went behind the counter to sit. read more

Very cool record store. Carlos will take care of you. If there's anything you're thinking of just ask.

I had my Hope's up with the super cool window action. Sadly, it was like getting a cold coffee that wasn't supposed to be cold. I'm ok with a record store that I dont find anything in as long as someone could. The selection here is pretty close to the dollar bin at half price. They just dont have records of artist that most people still listen to. Dan Fogleberg, Leon Russell, Art Garfunkel, and so on. Not.slamming any of those artists but let's face it, no one gives a crap about those records. Small selection of bad old records. read more

This guy knows exactly what he's talking about when it comes to all things media, and most other things too. It's hard to find a good record store that can give you detailed information on everything in the store, but Carlos manages to make it happen. He has a personal experience with every single piece in his shop, and will guide you well in browsing his inventory. He just opened, and his selection is (relatively) small, but he has the best of the best in each section. He absolutely has the best punk/hardcore selection in town. If you're not into vinyl, then his CD, cassette, and merch options are also impressive. Well done, Carlos. read more

This is the best record store in Corpus Christi, and it isn't even close. From classic pop records to niche punk rock records, Hybrid has an excellent and diverse selection that is affordable. Tremendous customer service by owner Carlos, and tremendous 'good boy' energy from shop dog Dilly. read more

Completely ignored me when I walked in and continued to do so, so I walked out (did not earn my business). Cat or other animal fur all over the place. Good selection and prices the only positive. Need to work on focusing on your actual customers vs. visiting/gossiping with your buddies visiting your shop. read more

Super solid selection of music, and you can always snag a great find. It's not an overwhelmingly big store, so it's easy (and fun!!!) to browse thru the entire inventory. The owner knows his music very well, and will always be helpful and honest with you. There's also some movies, CDs, cassettes, books (I think?), and merch so there's almost no reason to leave without anything you're stoked about in hand. This store is all about supporting local businesses and engaging in the growth of the Corpus Christi community - one more reason to love this record store and shop there whenever you're in the need for some new tunes. One more thing! There's often the sweetest pup in there to bring one more smile to your face :) read more

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Felt at home while visiting the store. They also sell used, but thoroughly refurbished stereo units, by one of the city,s premier electronics repair store, Marco Electronics, on Morgan Avenue. So the owner appreciates fine musical electronics. He knows his craft inside and out. Feel that this is the best music store, in the city. read more

I live in San Marcos, Texas for school and I frequent record stores often. This is hands down my favorite record store! I try to visit every time I come home to see my parents. Just today my sister and I ended up with a big haul of vinyl!!! Definitely a must if you are looking for the best record store in Corpus! read more

Genuinely felt like he cared about each and every piece of media he had in his inventory, as well as his customers. Compared to the other record stores that are in competition with the store, Hybrid Records will have no problem in being Corpus Christi's leading record retailer. Despite the relatively small selection, I still found that gems were a dime a dozen, and for a reasonable price. When I found that my favorite Incubus album was out of stock, the option of online ordering was quickly opened up. Support your local music store- support Hybrid Records. Because customer service is everything and these guys are most definitely on the right track. Will definitely be coming back! read more