Track City Records

Was walking down Main Street and came up on this hidden gem…read more You really don't see a lot of record stores around anymore. So, of course, I went in. The gentleman at the counter greeted us. From what I could see, they had a huge selection of vinyls. Unfortunately, it was a very hot day in Vista, and they didn't have AC! So, I only looked around briefly. I will definitely be back!

One of the best stop-shops for any vinyl collectors, especially for those who like heavy music…read more Despite the statement, this store has some of the most variety I've seen in San Diego record shops - containing a variety of genres such as jazz, r&b, soul, rap, rock, pop, punk, metal... you name it! I will definitely say though, their punk and metal selection is the highlight. I've been able to find artists as popular as Motörhead and as indie as Judas Iscariot. Prices are great, and more importantly - not everything is sealed new. Obviously most record stores have bargain bins, but Standards is also not limited to stuff you'd find collecting dust in your grandparent's attic (newer record stores in San Diego, take notes.) Service is great, the store always has a tight but warm ambiance - and I'm always running back to buy more records every couple weeks if that says anything.

A mix of big and small metal finds from Standards. All play amazing.

$6 pull from Standards, plays excellently.

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Sd Vintage collectables

4.6(9 reviews)

7.2 mi•Rancho Bernardo

Stan was super fair, polite and upfront. We felt comfortable with our agreement and appreciated…read moreour deal on some records that we sold to him. It actually made me feel comfortable that my collection was going to him as compared to some of the greedier people that we have dealt with. We highly recommend Stan.

Stan is a great guy. He was easy to communicate with, responded promptly, and offered a fair price…read morefor my records. The transaction was smooth from start to finish. I highly recommend him.

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Spin Records

4.4(142 reviews)

15.8 mi

I came here to buy a record for my son I didint even know…read morethat these stores still existed with Spotify and everything It was definitely a hole in the wall type place but I think record stores are going for that I found a classic album Bob Marley the legend lp He's never heard it before and it was really affordable for a such a classic album thanks I'll be back to add to his collection

You spin me right round, baby, right round Like a record,…read morebaby, right round, round, round by Dead or Alive Spin Records is one of our better record shops in North County San Diego. Old school, but old and new music is available and if you are looking for something, they may hold it or order it for you. For those of us who grew up in the 80's and 90's, we saw vinyl die and come alive again. It is still my preference for music at home and it is an extra plus if the lp also had the downloadable device option. Every year I attempt to head out to Record Store Day (RSD). My goal is to pick up unique items that have never been released, but more than anything, those 80's and 90's albums that were only made on CD. After a three hour wait in line this year, with only 380 different releases and only 3000 stores in the country with offerings, I came home with everything on my list, but one item out of stock. A total win. Five stars for variety and good set up outside to make shopping effiient. My only suggestion is to get a couple food trucks and dj or live music in the parking lot, playing something chill. #SpinRecords #Carlsbad #RSD #FortheWin

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Rekkids

Spindles Music Shack

4.2(87 reviews)

26.7 mi

Awesome music selection of vinyl/CD/tapes and more!! Great customer service with the old school…read moreindependent record store atmosphere! metal jazz alternative hip hop and more! Best record store in the Temecula Valley!

Spindles is an interesting old vinyl record and Cassette Tape store. But I found it to be more of…read morea "Way-back Machine" * When you come here, it's like traveling back in time. Mind you, it's tiny inside. But it's chock full of goodies from yesteryear. Prices are fair and the folks who work here are helpful. The only downside was the plexiglass separating some of the employees. "Not Cool, dude. Totally not!" *Mr Peabody & Elroy

Entrance

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Exterior entrance

Grumps-Garage

4.4(18 reviews)

40.4 mi

What a great website! I needed a special, hard to find gift for my wife, and Mark went head over…read moreheels to help me get it ordered and delivered in time for Christmas. Mark has single-handedly restored my faith in doing business on the web. He provides a level of customer service that I thought was dead and gone. His inventory is cool, and his prices are very reasonable, and I am determined to be a repeat customer, just to do my part in returning the favor. You do the same. If you are anywhere near his store, get over there and buy something!

On so many levels Grumps Garage is a SUPER COOL place to shop and just browse for many different…read morethings. The store truly brings you down memory lane. I've bought cool little indoor garage signs and a few oldies but goodies records. If you haven't been, check it out! Pricing is affordable, especially with records.

27.2 mi•South Park, North Park

Grumps Art

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Loads of all things 1928-56 come in and folks give these items new homes. Join Grumps family.

Vinyl Junkies

4.6(111 reviews)

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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.

The Digger's Den - $3 & $5 gems!

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Vinyl Junkies at night. The shop is dog friendly too.

Moldy Toes Records

4.7(60 reviews)

37.2 mi

Best dang record shop in the OC. Great selection of new and old lps, cds and cassettes, wonderful,…read moreknowledgeable staff, fair prices, always new stuff coming in. And a real part of the community! Support local record stores! If you are passing by on the 5 worth a stop as it is literally just off the exit ramp. And if you live in the OC make this your regular. Also I saw a couple of one star reviews on here that were absolute nonsense. FYI I bought that Ween record on RSD and guess what I showed up at 3AM to get on line like the other die hards that wanted something bad enough to wake up early, Tom does the fairest, best and most orderly RSD I've ever experienced. An absolute pleasure. :)

There are quite a few indie records stores in OC, but Moldy Toes is easily my favorite! I've been…read moregoing there for years, and since day one it has always been a pleasant experience. Everyone that works there is super friendly and helpful. And just like any great record store, the staff always has amazing recommendations for new music to check out. The store is just the right size to not be overwhelming, everything is well organized, and there is enough room in the bins to make it easy to flip through the records. 10 out 0f 10 for shoppability. In addition to a great new and used vinyl selection, they also carry cd's, cassettes, turntables, speakers, stickers, action figures, t-shirts and more. If you're into music, then you'll definitely find something you need at Moldy Toes. And on the off chance that you don't find something you want, there are lots of other cool little shops to check out in the neighborhood.

Bon Scott doll? Hell yeah.

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Store front. 8/2/26

Love Bus Records - The Vinyl Destination

5.0(44 reviews)

15.4 mi

Just moved into town so getting familiar with the local record shop scene. Glad Lovebus in Carlsbad…read morewas my first stop. Not totally obvious there's a store there as it's all residential but you can't miss it as the street dead ends only a few yards away. Small curated selection of reasonably-priced 70s-late 80's classic rock, some jazz and a tiny but well appointed 80's new wave section. Had to pick up General Public, Suzanne Vega, The Three O'Clock and Rob Zombie! Mike the owner was super friendly and had a real presence in the community with lots of locals stopping by to chat. Definitely a landmark spot in the area. If you're new to vinyl and filling in the essentials, be sure to check out the Lovebus on your next crate dig journey.

It's a house. Don't be fooled. It's also a great record store! Even got some discount records too.read more

Shirts!

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Love Bus Records

Helen's Book Mark

4.3(61 reviews)

0.1 mi

I walked in and immediately felt welcome! The lady behind the register was so friendly and…read moreattentive. They had a huge selection of books and had exactly what I was looking for. The price was unmatched. I'll definitely be returning!

Two stars for cleanliness and friendly staff…read more Three stars off for the most important aspect of a used bookstore... price. $5 per paperback? More for hardbacks? For a book whose spine is parting? Missing pages? C'mon. Don't even bother looking at most of what they call "Vintage" books. They ask a king's ransom for them. I found paperback after paperback that was priced at over $20 each... for a book barely 50 years old and a cover price of $1.50. Outlandish. I actually performed a reality check and went to Ebay to check on 7 or 8 of those titles. In each case the books sold for much less on Ebay than Helen is asking. They most definitely need to adjust their pricing schema. It's not like they're paying rent in downtown La Jolla for goodness sake. I was originally, upon walking in, going to say their large, diverse selection is a strength. Now I understand it's simply a function of them not selling their books at a good turnover rate at all... consequently, their stock piles up. Shame.

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Oleg B.

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6 months ago

A True Vinyl Paradise in Downtown Escondido Walking into Track City Vinyl Boutique feels like stepping into a time machine straight back to the golden era of music. The moment you open the door, the vibe hits you -- pure vintage energy, shelves packed with incredible records, and that unmistakable analog magic that every true music lover dreams about. This place isn't just a record store -- it's a museum of musical history. The collection is absolutely astonishing. Crates upon crates of carefully curated vinyl spanning decades of legendary music. You can tell immediately that everything here is selected with real passion and knowledge. I honestly went in just to browse... but ended up leaving with enough records to keep my turntable spinning for years. Every few minutes you discover another gem hiding in the stacks -- classics, rare finds, and masterpieces from another era. What really makes this place special though is the people behind it. Jeremy, the owner, is a true vinyl guru. The man lives and breathes music. His knowledge of records, pressings, artists, and hidden treasures is incredible. He and his sister were unbelievably welcoming and helpful, guiding me through the collection and helping me dig up some absolute masterpieces I would have never found on my own. That kind of passion is rare these days. You can feel that this shop exists because of love for music, not just business. Places like this are becoming extremely rare. In a world of streaming and algorithms, Track City Vinyl Boutique is a beautiful reminder of what real music culture feels like -- flipping through records, discovering something unexpected, and talking music with people who truly know their craft. If you love vinyl, vintage culture, or simply great music, this spot is an absolute gem in downtown Escondido. I left beyond satisfied and already looking forward to my next visit. Highly, highly recommended. read more

Ba M.

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5

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10 months ago

Track City Records has an awesome selection! From classics to harder-to-find albums and cd's. Aubrey & Bell is super friendly and really knows their stuff, and you can tell they genuinely love music. Prices are fair, the vibe is chill, and everything is organized so it's easy to browse. Definitely one of the best record shops I've been to. Can't wait to come back! read more

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