Went over to Amoeba in Hollywood to buy some vinyl crates for my vinyl collection and also on a Friday night. They have a ton of cool merchandise related to vinyl, so bags, beanies, shirts, socks, stickers, anything you can think of. It was super crowded and lots of Halloween costumes for dogs. It was just a bunch of people here which made me claustrophobic because the aisles are narrow and it was a Friday night. We found what we came for but my thing is to try to come early to avoid the Friday night crowd. It wasn't that busy but again, it was just starting to be the end of a work week.... It's just super crowded and too many people. I bought 2 vinyl crates and luckily it fit into the car. We love coming here so we will still come back again! The vinyl selection is vast but I honestly didn't have time to check it out. I'm about to see where to have dinner..... read more

A staple each time I come to LA! First time was back in 2005, I believe and it excites me each time! The type of place if you love music, movies, books and entertainment. It's got a lot of everything and super cool limited edition, obscure and promotional items due to being in Hollywood. It always swamped because everyone knows this is the place you go to just be immersed in the find, if that makes sense. Enjoy, have fun, but keep an alarm on because you'll lose track of time! read more

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Fantastic music store. This is what they should all be like. I came in on a recent trip to see Cannons play at the Bowl. I stopped in the next day to browse. Let me say, I was impressed!! I have never seen a music store this big, not even in the 90's! I was able to find some albums I was looking for and I really enjoyed browsing the entire store. The staff was super helpful and we chatted about bands we enjoyed. read more

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Shopping in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California... Somehow, I found free street parking on Hollywood Boulevard, almost right in front of Amoeba Music... It's an iconic place. I thought that I should look around inside... Wow... It has everything... jazz, top 40, soul, hip hop, ethnic music, CDs, vinyl, movies, used, new, merchandise, and more! I was truthfully overwhelmed. I will be back when I'm more focused and have more time! Note: Amoeba Music is also in San Francisco and Berkeley. read more

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This is the gold mine of selection and value and the place you'll find absolutely anything your heart desires when it comes to media, music and such. The selection here if unreal, hard to find say no more you'll find it here and at a good price, the staff is very helpful and friendly, I will definitely come back here for sure . read more

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Amazing customer service with the follow up to my original review. It's nice to feel appreciated as a customer and to know that this type of customer service still exists. I know we will be back in the near future. read more

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So this is the newer Amoeba in Hollywood. They moved from the original location off Sunset Blvd, think awhile back. But, this location is pretty nice. It's located right across the street from the Metro B Line, so take the transit for super convenience! Walking in, there is security staff that's there that will do a bag check. They also do this when you're leaving the store. The store itself is a nice warehouse of everything you're looking for: music, movies, and merchandise like t-shirts, buttons, even some CD players (not top of the line, but they have them!). Everything is organized at this location - with lots of staff on the floor, restocking and organizing the racks. They have a good selection of everything, but also they don't have everything. I didn't find what I was looking for at my last visit, but it was still nice to browse through the store. They also seem to carry a lot of brand new CDs here. Amoeba's a cool shop if you've never been to one before. It's one of the remaining larger physical music shops left that have tons of music CDs, records, and other awesomeness. read more

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This place is insane, huge, loud and packed with people. They didn't have any System of The Down or Offspring t-shirts for my guys. The line to pay was so long, I just said, "forget it." It was definitely sensory overload. The employee helping me was great. 12/27/25 read more

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This place is awesome! Where else can you find a music shop selling everything from records to random tchotchkes? I loved browsing the shelves to discover cult classic films, music from various genres and countries. There's a wide variety of items, so there's something for everyone! Need CDs for an older car? Check. Hipster with a record player? They've got vinyls. Seeking obscure 90s grunge? They've got it! Magnets for the fridge? Check. I love seeing all the different musical posters. It got me thinking about the posters I used to have in my dorm room. Do you remember which ones you had on your wall? I will definitely be back soon! read more

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Amoeba is one of must-visit spots whenever you go to LA! Amoeba has a huge selection of cds, vinyls, posters and novelty items. I've been on the hunt for several cds that I haven't been able to find and found exactly what I was looking for! I was super ecstatic about my purchases. In terms of parking, there is parking available with validation with your purchase which was great. I look forward to coming back soon! read more

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Spectacular, worth the money and your time! Had a wonderful experience. This is what Hollywood is all about. The culture, the history of talent, the old school and classic trends through music, historic land mines and absolute art! Amoeba is apart of Hollywood history that has had a global impact through diverse eras and timeless centerpieces. The place is clean, the staff is kind, the selections are wide, I got lots of value! There's something here for everyone. It's like a one size fits all gift shop. They have dvds, cds, and so much more. It's the memory lane that reminds you how blessed you are! Cj checked out my purchases today, he was abundantly helpful, he told me the sales they had and it motivated me to purchase more!!! Cj is made love being a customer here! Outstanding. There was another man that helped me locate a dvd too, he was phenomenal. I can tell the people here love working here. It's an action packed store! Can't wait to go back!! :) parking ranges, depending on the day you come, lines move quick (unless extremely busy) no outside drinks allowed. Prices were great too!! Come check them out for those nostalgic experiences/moments. read more

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Awesome store with great BOOK SECTION!!! Was expecting a bunch of vinyls, but they have everything here - CDs, vinyl, band shirts, random merch, and they even have books!!! The book section took me by surprise. It's a small but mighty selection!! They not only have new/used music-related books, but also straight up new/used fiction (I saw Stephen king, Harry Potter, fantasy, murder mystery, manga even!)! I bought a used copy of John and Paul: A Love Story in Songs, since I am a huge Beatles fan. I bought the book "used" but it looked totally new to me! Decent value, although my book was expensive there were many for $5-$10. I'll be back every now and then to check out the selection, now that I know about this awesome store! read more

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I fell in love with Amoeba the second I walked in the door! I love shopping for vinyls and I was super excited to be in LA and get a chance to visit Amoeba for the first time. There is SOOO much stuff, not just vinyls but tons of collectibles, clothes and all kinds of other gifts. Everything is by genre and really nicely organized. I was able to find 3 vinyls I had been looking for and the prices were great! They also offer parking validation with a purchase which is really awesome and they have a parking garage right next door. read more

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Kelly from Australia at the help desk is a GEM, kindly taking the time to educate me on the sweetest vinyl buying lesson. I've barely begun to dip my toe into deep appreciation of physical music mediums, and accompanied my wife here on her birthday search for a few specific vinyls and CDs. My search was narrow, hoping for a Odesza vinyl. I found two vinyls from the A Moment Apart album I was in search for with one being a used copy in a deep sea foam color while the other was a clear vinyl. Because I knew nothing about vinyls, I went to the front desk where Kelly took the time to show me how; 1) properly remove vinyls from their sleeve, 2) the direction to clean vinyls using a microfiber cloth, 3) check downs to go through when inspecting a used vinyl, and 4) in why's behind inspecting vinyls the way she recommended. In taking the time to show me how to check 3 separate clearance vinyls, I felt even more stoked about my Odesza used vinyl find as it was fun colored vinyl not yet in our collection and in beautiful condition. Kelly - thank you for not being a gatekeeper. You rock! read more

GREAT selection - they had EVERYTHING! Reasonable good prices Kind and helpful staff The best record/DVD/Blu-ray store i have ever visited! read more

I HATE THIS NEW LOCATION. Parking sucks and you're forced to buy something in order to get the parking validated and if you don't get anything parking is $24.... read more

Amoeba Music is up there as one of the best and most extensive record shops not just in California, but America! This spot is located right in the heart of the Hollywood area where there is a nearby parking garage that validates with a purchase or street parking all around the area. Inside, they have a massive setup with records organized nicely by genre. Wifey and I spent a while perusing around and found so many gems that we have not seen at other shops. I ended up getting a Dijon, Clairo, Gunna, Bryson Tiller, and Majid Jordan vinyl and let my wallet take the damage. Overall, we really enjoyed our time crate digging here. They have such a large collection at affordable prices as well. All of the staff here are friendly and welcoming. If you are looking to start or expand your record collection, this is definitely one of the shops you should prioritize checking out! read more

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This place is a vintage music collector's mecca!!! You will find lots of vinyl and cd's of different genres. They have imports, singles, and live versions of music. There are also stickers, shirts, hats, posters and various other band/ movie merch. Some of the posters are original and are a little pricier. I came away with a vinyl of The Black Parade by My Chemical Romance, which is a band that my younger son has recently exposed me to. We are definitely going back for more!!! read more

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I do not have a record player or a cd player or anything anymore but I wanted to go in to see this place. Let me tell you, it has everything you can think of when it comes to records, cd, dvd, tapes, etc. They have a lot of clearance items and the prices are pretty good considering a lot of the items are valuable. This made me want to buy a record player! When you come in you have to check in your bag. They do this to avoid stealing. Not a problem! The service is great here! read more

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Was in town for a Laker game and my son really wanted to stop here. Came in on a Saturday and the place was pretty busy. There's a lot to see for any genre lover. Staff dos a great job of moving things along well. We will definitely be back again when we're back in town. read more

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I frequent LA a lot and Amoeba records is definitely one of those places that has become my home away from home. I've been a patron for many,many ,many years ( I do miss their old location ) and whenever I have family & friends in town, this is always on the top of my list to bring them. I'm very old school (I don't even have social media) and nostalgic, so I thoroughly enjoy listening to my music on vinyl, cassette tapes and watching movies on VHS. Amoeba has all this ready and organized, with even hard to find pressings. The store is huge, with a great ever changing inventory! Collectibles, clothing, books, posters, turntables, etc., they legit have it ALL! Sometimes they host listening parties or have a DJ spinning occasionally. Check their website for the latest news. Even if you don't buy anything, it's a great place to walk around and look at things. I personally have never left empty handed. Here are some key points when visiting: * Parking garage available on Argyle St. (half a block south from Amoeba). If you make a purchase, make sure you give the cashier your cell # to get a parking validation code good for 75 minutes! * NO public restrooms! * Store is handicap accessible and pet friendly. * Security at the door that you must check in all large bags, no exceptions. * If you are there to sell, check in at the front counter and they will call your name over the speaker when they are ready for you. * Cool photo booth in the corner is a must! * Rare pressings & collectibles are high up on the poles or in casing's, hit up the information counter and staff will grab it for you and hold it at the front checkouts when you're ready. * Small 2nd story has books and posters. Wheelchair lift available. * Don't forget to crate dig under the counters also, they have so much inventory they can't fit it all. * Staff is super chill and very helpful, if you can't find what you're looking for stop and ask the information counter. * Always long lines to check out, but it does move quickly. Now they won't hand you your purchase at the counter. They greet you back at the entrance and hand it to you to avoid anyone with sticky fingers (if you know what I mean). Definitely add this under places to visit when in LA. Enjoy. read more

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I'm not allowed in this store without a chaperone. The volume of vinyl available is goofy, and dollars tack up quick. Staff is helpful and knowledgeable. I don't go here looking for rare pressings but there is plenty available to dent your credit card meaningfully. read more

Just one of the best places to buy music ,books ,DVDs, Posters . It's a great place to just come check out whenever you're in Hollywood . They have validated parking just south of the record store . So many things to see , service is great very knowledgeable employees. Some things are great prices and some little bit more. read more

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Aside from your automatic raffle entry of potentially seeing your music idol, i love coming here to find good vibes, friendly and knowledgeable staff and sickest merch ever. They also have a cute photo-booth that prints strips or 4x6 singular photo, i strongly recommend checking it out. read more

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I miss the old location but this location has grown on me! I came to pick up The Weeknd's new "Hurry Up Tomorrow" 2LP and I was able to find it quickly on the main aisle under New Releases section and also in R&B section. I also happen to realized that my all time favorite DJ Avicii also released a special vinyl so I picked it up as well. Not only new releases but also they have a huge used section of vinyls, CDs, DVDs and more! Staff is super helpful and friendly! I had called earlier to check availability and they were quick to check their inventory. Parking garage available a few blocks down and if you purchase you'll be able validate for free. Just don't forget to give your phone number at the register and you'll get a text message with a QR code. Be sure to download it first before returning to the underground garage or else you'll have limited cell service. read more

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This place never gets old. I've been coming here for years dating back to the old location. Music, movies, books, memorabilia merchandise is what you will find here. It's an outlet where you can find almost anything. If not new you can find it used. Depending on what you are looking for price could be steep or you can make out like a bandit with a bundle of items at a low price. I would bring my sons with me on my Amoeba adventures when they were younger. Fast forward a few years later and now I'm joining them on their adventures here. Great place for those who love physical media in this streaming world we live in today. read more

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Amoeba Music is an absolute classic and still one of the best record stores around. Huge selection across vinyl, CDs, movies, and merch--you can easily lose an hour just browsing. Staff is knowledgeable and the vibe is exactly what you'd hope for from an iconic music spot. Only reason for four stars instead of five is that some used vinyl prices felt a bit high compared to other shops, and it can get pretty busy at peak times. That said, the selection and atmosphere more than make up for it. If you love music and physical media, this place is still a must-visit. read more

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Amoeba is iconic! Recently stopped by after checking out Green Day's new star on the Walk of Fame (it's right outside Amoeba!). It's such a fun store to browse- CDs, cassettes, vinyl, movies, apparel, gifts, live shows, all the vibes. So many music shops are gone- Amoeba still has that nostalgia and magic of the "good ol days" read more

Great (new) location half a block off the red line hollywood and vine. HUGE store with every king of music you can think of. Good selection of band shirts. From hip hop to metal, they got it. They sell LOTS of merchandise, I purchased beatles coffee mugs and they were on $13 a pop. The service is friendly and provide quick checkout within minutes. read more

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A wide selection of what I was looking for,which are CD's.Every artist I was looking for I found in good condition. I can't wait to return to buy more music. I felt comfortable and took my time, a good vibe to be sharing with music lovers everywhere. read more

WOW! I really don't know how and where to start writing my review on this iconic, legendary, super mega store AMOEBA MUSIC!!!!!! Eventually, I have to start somewhere by holding myself together. NOSTALGIA!!! I have been going to Amoeba Music in my early 20's up until now. That is almost 3 plus decades ago! I started going to Amoeba when they were still in their old building which I loved and missed so much. I have been to their new building only twice. Since I have been living and working in Hollywood, it was A LOT more convenient for me to go there and shop for whatever, whoever I needed to get my hands on!:-) meaning artists, bands.. I also have a smaller version of the store in my own house. Music, movies etc....Anyway.... at Amoeba, you can't get bored, time flies, because it kind of feels like you are in Disneyland. So much to do, so many things to explore. That goes for both: adults and kids and even teens. They have everything for everyone. Affordable prices on used and new items. Sometimes, I get used items, and sometimes new. Depending what am I purchasing. This lovely, BIG store has everything. I am going to start naming more than few things: CD'S, DVD'S, BOOKS, WALL PLAQUES with celebrity faces on it. Same goes for cute, round, small BUTTONS that you can wear on your clothes. VINYLS, MUGS, T-SHIRTS with the pictures/names of the bands/artists that you like. I have at least 7 of them. And the rest I bought at their concerts. CARDS, POSTERS, CANDLES, STICKERS, HATS, MOVIES for kids and adults, Even DVD's of old TV sitcoms. GAMES, LUNCH BOXES and much more.... Parking is couple of blocks down. Don't forget to validate. Customer service is TOP NOTCH!! And by me saying that, the employees of Amoeba are never lazy to help you out for what you are looking for. They will stop everything and willingly want to help you out with their professional, kind, attentive, friendly helpful self. They will literally walk you towards the isles to find the items that you are looking for. That not only makes the customer feel good and happy, but also the employee that was able to help you out with what you are/were looking for!!:-)) Let me not forget to mention that sometimes, they will have guest appearances by certain artists/band members to go and play for like 20 to 30 minutes of music to promote their new work/music. Which is kind of cool, short, free concert! I have been to 2. In the old building. They also have/had coupons that you could get a dollar or two off on new items. The list can go on and on and ON!! Store is ALWAYS CLEAN, well ORGANIZED, and employees are always walking around and rearranging things to make sure everything is in the right order under the right letter/label. Let's not forget to mention that whenever you call them, they ANSWER THE PHONE, put you on hold and help you by checking with what you are looking for and get back to you within less than 4 minutes. If I forgot to mention anything else, pardon me, but TRUST ME, they have it. It's there!! While all the other BIG stores like VIRGIN records, TOWER RECORDS, unfortunately went out of business, AMOEBA is still standing STRONG for your ENTERTAINMENT NEEDS!!!!!!!! Will post pictures soon! Oh, I forgot to mention, I was there few days ago to purchase 3 CD's and a poster, but they were out, They said, once they get them in, they will notify me. They usually do! They are on TOP OF THINGS....which I LOVE!!! I love my AMOEBA, SERVICE AND MORE! ALWAYS STAY TRUE AND LOYAL to yourself and to your customers!!!:-)) read more

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WOW!! stopped in before going to see wicked at the pantages and was truly impressed to see there was a $5 coupon for customers who showed their wicked ticket. if you're seeing a show at the pantages, def stop here to get some physical media for cheap! i was so happy to stop in, my first time at this location. they have all sorts of physical media from CDs and Vinyls to Movies and Books! i was soooo happy to grab mariah carey's rainbow vinyl for the special limited edition anniversary release! they had it here for a fair ~$60, along with my discount from my wicked ticket i was a happy camper! great selection, only item i wish they had in stock was a copy of moonlight on blu-ray! definitely stop in! read more

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Wow, what an experience! Not for the type with social anxiety. So many people here for music, books, or just the vibe. Records were actually priced very well compared to other record stores I've been to in the area, and in the IE. You could spend a whole day or week looking at everything this place has to offer. Very well organized and staff seemed to have everything covered. read more

Amoeba Music - Music & DVDs Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I mean... It's Amoeba, it's legendary for a reason. You can find almost any genre or album here. The prices are reasonable, the selection is unreal and it still has that overwhelming aura to it. I could spend hours here every time I come here. if you buy something you get free parking for 70-ish minutes. Sometimes they have free shows or album previews here. Just awesome, if you love music, you MUST visit Amoeba at least once! read more

Hip little record spot with an expansive music collection, as well as other trinket type things to further define yourself as unique and cool. You don't need all this stuff, you want it! Prime example, I didn't need monster tarot cards, but I got it anyway because how could I not? There's also a section filled with books in case reading is your thing. THE PARKING. Street parking or park in their garage off of Argyle St. They will validate for 75 minutes as long as you buy something. THE VERDICT. Bottom line, there's so much to rummage through and leaving without buying something is not an option. read more

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i live in the apartments upstairs and ameoba is an incredible neighbor. we love coming in for music, gifts, posters for our walls, all of it! the merchandise is robust, employees are excellent, and our dog Winni is very welcome (truly tries to pull us in for the treats and love every time we walk by--even the dog bowl at the front door is so lovely). this morning, i'm out for a walk with Winni and noticed the new banner above their door. a strong, important statement for this high-visibility Hollywood spot!! now i couldn't love them more. thanks for being our neighbor read more

Amoeba Music - Music & DVDs Near Me - Los Angeles, California

8pm. Security was forceful clearing the isles at 8pm. Jokes were made at the customers expense over the loud speaker because multiple staff wanted to leave rather than service the customer. I wish I could have recorded it. Because of your success and huge selection you're ego is way out of control: Most businesses give 15 minutes for people to complete their shopping. I think customers Need to protest Amoeba with the news there and publicly. Security, management and most staff really need to be taught a peaceful and non-violent lesson. Customers need to organize and do an in-store sit in till 8;15. Arrests welcome. Maybe the overpricing of vinyl will be next. read more

Pretty good used book collection. It's worth coming here just for books believe it or not. The stock is always changing. The prices are very fair. I really think they should stay open past 9 PM ! There may be long lines, but it generally moves fast. read more

This place used to be awesome in its old location. Now, it's not worth it. They never have anything I'm looking for, and when they do have it, it's almost double the price than what you'd pay online. In addition to that, the staff are the usual LA snob types. Ask a question and they make it seem like you're bothering them and they're doing you a favor. Oh how the mighty have fallen. read more

I used to adore Amoeba music at the old location, and was pretty sure I'd love the new location! But something happened. The old Amoeba had great prices and a GREAT selection (at least when it came to horror movies and rock n roll). This new location though falls very short. I'm a horror lover. I always bring lists to Amoeba. I no longer walk out with anything on my list. The selection is all very much, read that as you can find Child's Play but not Cannibal Holocaust, the remake of IT over the mini series. The selection seems to be more geared towards what's popular, which I do understand, but there are no more gems. No titles that get people excited. For the selection, Wal-Mart has better titles and better prices. The selection of rock n roll (Rammstein, Ozzy (before he passed), Alice Cooper, and Black Sabbath, so nothing weird) is lacking. Again. I didn't have to go all the way to Hollywood to find the selection they had. The employees. Never had a rude one or a mean one. They aren't as knowledgeable (or at least the ones I got) and seem a little bored. But they aren't like employees are probably the best thing about the new Amoeba, and are what made this place three stars rather than two. read more