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4.4 (110 reviews)
ModerateVinyl Records
Closed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

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Steve W.

It's been three years since my former review so I thought I'd add a post Covid review. Much of what I said in the former review still stands, but I thought I would add a few more photos and some comments. I usually come here every other week and there's always something new in the new arrival bins You'll also find blank cassette tapes, tons of 45's, posters, VHS tapes, framed albums and rare and collectible records featured on their walls for sale. You'll also find a good selection of vintage stereo equipment and turntables. They do have a sale table that sits outside the front door filled with 45s, CDs and tapes. Open 11-7 every day.

Clau R.

Found this fantastic record shop on the way to a local pottery store (ATX Pottery) and had to stop in on the way back. There's a bit shared (free) parking lot in front that a few businesses use. The lot was pretty full, but we found a spot quickly. The record store is extremely well organized. Every genre imaginable is clearly labeled, and then within each genre, specific artists are alphabetized. I was genuinely so impressed by the level of organization in this place. It made findings things so much easier. After perusing the aisles for a while, we entered the second "room" in the store, which had a massive sale section. All the records in this section were $3. We found several we loved and ended up leaving with ~8 different records from the store (only 3 from the sale section). Very happy with the selection here, and will definitely be back!

Destiny W.

They had a good selection of records with various genres. Newer/well known artist priced higher (which was expected) but there were some good finds for $3.99-$10. customer service was okay. Parking available and shared with a couple other stores in the lot.

Gabe: not a happy guy.
RD L.

Gabe's rude and unpleasant behavior towards paying customers will convince you to go somewhere else. I've sat at the coffee shop and watched him get ugly with folks who park in his parking area or anywhere he thinks they shouldn't park. He'll come out and tell you he has written permission from the property owner to kick anyone off the property. Does that mean he can kick the property owner off the property too? Hmm... I've been a customer here but wouldn't risk it anymore. Best thing to do is park somewhere else (or go somewhere else). Being his customer is not enough. Have a look at the friendly little signs he has posted. WTH is wrong with this guy?

Shannon L.

Was able to check out this great record shop a good variety a lot of 45s a bonus ! Friendly staff !

Mark B.

This was a nice store, everything was well laid out and categorized. Large selection of cassettes and 45's. Mostly new and used vinyl. It was fun to look around but I didn't find anything I couldn't live without. I found the staff to be less than friendly.

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Nice and clean store. Some parking out front. Price is fair and staff can be helpful.

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Excellent record store. I find gems every time I come through here. Lots of different flavors.

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Don't sell your records to Breakaway Records. They will rip you off with a smile on their face.

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