Unplug the aux cord and dust off your old record player. We’ve rounded up eight vibrant + cozy record stores that are totally in tune with your musical needs.
First things first: If you’re lacking a turntable in your life, snag a snazzy new record player . If you’ve already got one ready to rock, let’s roll.
Vintage Underground
, 957 Commonwealth Ave.
Refresh your music selection and your wardrobe at this hybrid vintage + record store. The spot is owned by Cheapo Records in partnership with Allston’s Vivant Vintage
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Cheapo Records
, 538 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge
Since 1954, this Cambridge institution has offered a unique record shopping experience in Central Square with bright neon signs and a retro aesthetic.
GOOD TASTE Records
, 4 Thacher St.
For a curated selection of reasonably priced vinyl, check out the “Daily Taste” to see what’s new at the North End store.
Light of Day Records
, 21 Main St., Medford
The Boston-based record store opened up shop inside Deep Cuts brewery — stop by to browse new + vintage vinyl while sipping craft beer.
We could spend hours browsing Cheapo’s collection.
Photo by @telinunu
Nuggets Records
, 486 Commonwealth Ave.
Sift through the Kenmore Square store’s record, CD, and cassette collection to find unique and out-of-print items.
Tres Gatos
, 470 Centre St.
Savor some tapas and a cocktail while shopping for records at the full-service restaurant, book, and music store in Jamaica Plain.
Village Vinyl and Hi-Fi
, 307 Harvard St., Brookline
Shop used amps, turntables + speakers in addition to “records that music lovers really want.” You can also get your equipment repaired at the Coolidge Corner store.
Wanna Hear It Records
, 117A Galen St., Watertown
The Watertown spot opened in 2020 and carries new and used punk, hardcore, metal, and indie rock vinyl + items from independently owned brands across the US.
And of course, we can’t forget the Boston classic Newbury Comics , a locally founded store with ~30 locations across the Northeast.