Pretty good selection but had to have their leftish bull shit "fuck Trump" stickers on display. Have some cool one off patches & tons of pins, cassettes, and other miscellaneous cool shit for sale. read more

Awesome Place it's from a bygone era like Tower Records Back In The Day!Its not the biggest place in the world and some might have a panic attack cause it's so small!What it lacks in size it makes up for it in other ways that pays dividends!The Selection And Prices are Awesome Also This Is A Gem of a place Dave James also knows a lot about groups which is also an asset! read more

For those lucky enough to remember the old school days of shopping for records when vinyl was the only media available (besides 8-track), this place will be nostalgic. An extension or noise, noise, noise, located next to the now gone Kona Lanes. Where else could you get a black flag album, some heroine and hooked for the night?! Anyhow....I digress. So Dave the owner is awesome. Well versed, comedic and pleasant to deal with (almost too pleasant for a record shop owner). He doesn't have the hipster "too facing cool" attitude associated with so many shops these days. What ever you are looking for he has. If he doesn't you are either looking for records that are super hard to find or you just don't need it that bad. Jazz section is good, funk section is phat, metal, punk, indie, goth, prog....he's got it all. Dave don't descriminate. Check out the box of stickers....you will trip. Buttons and pins too. The best part is...The clothes. I have bought many cool, unique shirts here. Do yourself a favor and buy a factory records hoodie! They are like 25 bucks ( cheap as most t-shirts). Support a local small business and shop here. read more

I'm so excited I can still get my records from factory. Dave is done a great job putting his collection of records online for us to purchase and get delivered. I've just ordered some from Discogs and office Instagram page and I received everything as promised support your local record store and get them delivered read more

Tiny but filled with so many great records both new and used and of many genres. Organized well which makes digging less tedious. What Dave does not have he can order for you. And if you follow them on Instagram or Facebook you will see when he is having sales and special events. https://www.facebook.com/factoryrecords92627/ https://instagram.com/explore/locations/1045512/ It can be tricky finding them. Look for the bar "WILD GOOSE" and pull into the parking lot behind the bar. You will find Factory Records just near the bar ... A hidden gem!! read more

The only reason I'd be even mildly tempted to give this spot 4 stars is because it is so damn small. You know how sometimes people will say a place is small, but once you arrive you find it's really not as tiny as imagined? Well, Factory Records is really that tiny. If there are five people browsing inside, the sixth one to walk up would have to wait at the door until someone finishes. This isn't even to mention the landmines in the form of overflow records that are stacked and lined along the floor. Navigation is a nimble art here. That aside, the selection is a beast. I found some amazing gems here, and the best part of that everything is reasonably priced. Dave doesn't just price all the rarities high across the board with little variance; everything I bought was priced at what I was willing to pay, with a couple so low I would have paid double (shhh!) just to own them. I can only imagine what kind of treasures could be found if this were a larger location and Dave could put out all the LPs he has for sale. I've heard it's a considerable amount. At the least, it means that not every gem he possesses resides in here just yet, making repeat visits a necessity. Just try to show up when it's slow. read more

I'm giving the place 4 stars due to the owner or employee being super friendly when I stepped in. I would not return here just cause 90% of the records were overpriced. I just couldn't see myself spending that amount on records that I've seen priced lower in other record stores. Now if you are a local and live here and have no way of transportation to get you into other cities and explore other record stores. Then yes I do recommend this shop. It was nice browsing through some of the records and they had a lot of variety which is pretty cool. But like I stated above way overpriced. read more

What an awesome little record shop and I mean little! This place is tiny and hard to find, but so worth the hunt. They have new, used, and obscure popular. I particularly like the bargain bins out front found some gems for cheap! The albums were actually in the order they were supposed to be in and the specification on albums were clearly labeled. I will totally be going back. read more

Whenever I've got some extra cash burning a hole in my pocket, I swing by Factory Records. I've yet to walk out the door without buying something rad. Dave is super knowledgeable and friendly. His knowledge of music, especially old punk, is encyclopedic. The selection of records is vast and well-rounded. There's always a few steals to be had in the cheapo bin. Thanks for ruling, Dave. ALL! read more

Awesome little store in an unexpected locale! I would have never guessed to look for old punk records in Costa Mesa/Newport, but the comfy little place has a dense selection of all kinds of records at reasonable prices. Not the biggest place, but it is always nice to flip through a big collection and feel like you didn't miss any must-haves. - I left a happy camper read more

Factory Records is a hidden gem. I have been buying records from Dave for over two decades (since the days of Noise Noise Noise). Factory has a lot of options for vinyl newcomers, like a ton of new releases and classic staples, but the store really thrives with rarities and Dave's carefully curated bins. Music lovers can genuinely find everything from dub and kosmische to soundtracks and minimal synth records. Factory records is always the first store I hit when I'm looking for something new. read more

I have had nothing but wonderful service from this store. I'm originally from California and follow Factory Records on Instagram. Whenever I see something I like I either DM the store or call, and they get my order shipped out to me right away, always including a few stickers and sometimes a couple other records. We love supporting small business and since I don't have the time (or inclination) to go to local record stores here in DC, I'm more than happy to get what I'm looking for at Factory Records. read more

Best record store in the area, and one of the top 3 record stores in my book, world wide. Dave is deeply knowledgable about every genre and sub-genre of the world of sound; he rocks, and his collection/selection seriously needs to be seen to be appreciated. It is a small shop, but it's fitting, as his records are select, prime beasts of vinyl... It's a boutique for those well versed in music appreciation and knowledge. He recently had his first "record Easter egg hunt", which, to be honest, was a little closer to Independence day than Easter, but it was awesome as he had hidden a rare Radiohead record amongst the litany of thousands in the store. . . And a handful of us flipped through each section of the store, searching, for a few hours, to find this gem. Smart idea as I saw at least 20 records that I must now own! Anyhow, I was the victor here! I now own a 7 inch of Radiohead's "Burn the Witch" with the B-Side, "Spectre" which was written for the Bond movie, but not used. I couldn't recommend Dave or his store more. He feels like an old friend from the get-go and is there to help you, no matter your musical taste. There is no pretentiousness here, despite the wealth of knowledge in both the owner and his guests, just friendly interactions; if you are there, in congress with other collectors and ask questions, there will be a friendly conversation about music (and quite possibly how it links to everything else, from politics to religion to sex to history)... It's just the way of things with places like this, which are far far far too rare these days. Please support your local record store, the bands that inspire your life, and Dave... Because, well, Dave is awesome. read more

Factory Records - Vinyl Records Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Yes! Classic old school record store, run by an awesome dude! Love this place! It was a little hard to find, as the entrance is behind the building by the parking lot. read more

This place is ok. A little hard to find, the first time we went. We didnt realize the store was behind the strip of shops and passed it once. I personally didnt really see anything I was looking for when I had visited. A lot of older, used records mostly and some rare pieces. The prices were a little steep as well. Almost everything i had seen was currently on Amazon for significantly less and isnt used. read more

Well one thing's for sure, it's the cheapest place I've found to get paper inner sleeves. Previously, it appears the young buck holding it down for Dave sold me new sleeves for the price of used stock (which this time around were all battered and stained from decades of the acid in the paper doing its work). Used ones of this variety for the desperate are 5 cents/ea. I bought 200 new ones in December at the highway robbery price, not knowing they would all be gone in short order and I would need more as I cleaned my collection. The proper price it seems, which I paid yesterday, is 15 cents for a new one; these at least have the rounded corners (last year's new ones were square cut), making it easier to slide in the jacket. I took the last 170 they had and am tearing through them now as I continue cleaning. A lady walking in thought it was cool they sold sleeves by themselves (only to hear I got them all). As to the vinyl itself, they have a good collection there, but it seems the prices reflect the locale; these aren't antiques and shouldn't ALWAYS be priced as such; the exception being the world famous bargain bins in the front (which I found 3 keepers in this time). I would be glad to drop a little coin for some good pieces inside, but everything it seems is what I could go buy the CD for (I understand and routinely make the argument for vinyl, but the sad reality is if I can get a new copy for less than this unknown used copy which isn't graded, it'll lose almost every time). I imagine in this place are tons of rare pieces which just need to be found (the place is so small it's overwhelming to try and find things with it busting at the seems with no wiggle room). read more

Place is rad. Dave is cool. Lots of used and new. Some great finds in there at non-Discogs or eBay prices!

Wider selection of vinyl than anything else, but they carry cds, tapes, and even 8-tracks! Dave, the owner, was really helpful in introducing me to some local bands out of Costa Mesa, so I bought a couple discs. He also had a good insider tip on a used book store up the street. (Yep, it's still there, in case anyone else asks!) The only negative thing I can say about this place is the hard to find location. It's nestled behind a strip mall off of 17th, and only a small sign near the street clues you in. The space itself is windowless and approximately the size of a large closet, but that's part of its charm! As is the hunt to find the place. But it's a cool find, and I'll definitely be back for more tunes on future visits. read more

Friendly service! Good selection of Jazz, rock and cheap prices ! Definitely coming back :) read more

Factory is one of my favorite shops ever. He always packs way too much good stuff into the hole-in-the wall location for me to ever be able to afford. The owner, Dave, is not your typical record store snob and really takes the time to know about what he's selling. Plus he's real hip to the social media and posts a lot of his new product regularly, which is always what gets me in there. I don't think I've ever been able to stroll in there without leaving with something good. His cheapo bin (located out front) has supplied me with so many great finds. Don't leave without rummaging through that thing! Factory is by far the thing I miss most about living in Costa Mesa. read more

I found Factory Records within the past year and bummed I didn't find it sooner! The combination of COVID safety, record selection, customer service, and awesome $1 sales have made shopping here an awesome experience. The place is small but there is plenty to go around and to choose from. I recommend following the shop on Instagram for stock/sale updates. Dave is great and happy to help and answer questions. read more

This place is really hard to find but totally worth it. I got a strokes album for a great price!

I LOVE this place and their cheap o bins! I found lots of cool stuff that had me super excited. They also had a good amount of 7" records for 23 cents which was an amazing find because I needed them for an art project. We went in for a quick look at this place and walked away with a bag full of records and 92 bucks poorer. Love it. I live in the Inland Empire and will be coming back again for sure. read more

Factory Records - Front door - Vinyl Records Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Excellent little shop owned by a rad dude who has a huge passion for music and star wars :) I always stop by whenever I'm in the area, just to see what's new on the shelves as well as talk nerd with Dave. read more

Factory Records is a solid 5 stars and their prices are very fair. This place is twice the record store with half the square footage of other stores in the area. The store (in one form or another) has been in the area decades and Dave, the owner makes sure the shelves are stacked with quality originals rather than re-issue. If you decide to visit, please be sure to brush up on your parking skills. Cavalier parking usually ends with a good lashing via the owner's active social media. read more

I have to admit, I haven't actually been in here yet. I live in LA and rarely get to Costa Mesa. My review is actually of Noise Noise Noise, the greatest record shop of the 90's (same owner). I used to love shopping those dusty bins at Noise to find those rare vinyl gems as well as those cool imports of the day. The selection was far superior to anywhere else behind the orange curtain. I scored some great cd's and lp's in my high school days. Shopping there was therapeutic. read more

Factory Records in Costa Mesa is one of OC's "gems" when it comes to record stores. A Records Store ran by Dave Noise, who has over 20 years in the record selling game in Orange County. There is something for every budget and I never walk out empty handed. With a wide range and selections of all genres from Rock, Punk, Funk, Soul, Hip-Hop, Indie and more. Some may complain that it's to crapped and there are records stacked on the floor, but if you have been to "Noise Noise Noise" during the 90's and early 2000's then you would know that it's Dave style. Real diggers dig and records not in the bins are just as special as ones in the bins. Don't be afraid to say "excuse me" while crouching down to access some of that "black gold". You won't be sorry! Dave Noise also knows his music game! He is one of the few people I know who can discuss the "Wax Trax" industrial label with. He also cares about music and builds rapport with his regular customers. "Noise3" was also one of the first records stores in O.C. to sell tickets for L.A. Raves in the very early 90's. He has been to the "Casa" and "Alexandra Hotel". If you know what these places are then you know whats up. Enjoy the dig! read more

Tiny shop with an ever expanding universe of music inside. Factory Records owner Dave, has decades of knowledge to help you find exactly what you need and want. The bargain bins are FULL of LPs you've forgotten you loved, all at a price that will fill your collection without breaking your budget. Rare and hard to find releases and just about anything your musical heart desires are all nicely filed and awaiting discovery in this outwardly unassuming record shop. We visit often from Temecula, the selection and service is worth it -every time!!!! read more

Been a customer of Dave's since the noise days. Factory is smaller, but the amount of inventory is damn near the same. I try my best to support Orange County's local record stores, and Factory is the only place I'm gonna find new releases on vinyl from Ipecac, Thrill Jockey, JEMP, Prawn Song, ETC...... In this digital day and age it's hard to find a place like that. Last time I visited Factory I scored a mint condition copy of John Zorns "cobra" for $65, $10 less than the best ebay price I've seen. Factory also has all the CD's, Tapes, Buttons, Stickers, and patches that you would ever need. read more

If you are into vinyl this is the pace in the Newport Mesa area. Dave is always spinning cool stuff in the store and has a killer selection of almost any genre. Shop local and give him a visit. He also has some killer parking lot sales for you deal hunting crate diggers out there. read more

Great selection. Appreciate the different styles and obscure records, just what I like.

Really enjoying coming down to this place. Yes, it's a little funky to find your first time visiting. And yeah, it's pretty small and can be uncomfortable if there are a couple other people plus you looking around but you know what, it is what it is, it's no one's fault and at the end of the day you should still be leaving with a smile on your face because you've found some great music to bring home. I've honestly only been here about 3 times now but this is definitely my favorite record shop. They've got a couple of "cheapo" bins they roll outside the shop with great used records from about $1.99-$5.99 which is fun to dig through. Inside the store is fantastic - really diverse selection of genres, used and new records for great prices (my opinion from what I see, I'm not really into comp shopping) from floor to ceiling, t-shirts and some Disney record players if you're in the market for one. Just throwing that out there. I'm not a really chatty person I'm afraid but I've seen 2 different guys working here and they're both cool, very nice people. They've always greeted me and other customers and let me know I could ask if I had any questions for them. I went today and the man working came out and let me know about an awesome sale they had going on (The "cheapo" bin records were all $1, score!). They're also really good about posting upcoming sales and events on Facebook so I'd like their page as well. Definitely check this place out - well worth it! Glad to have a place like this around and can't wait to go back. read more

wow these guys are a bunch of chudds. no posting stuff on their facebook page about me. This isnt a fake review by the way. Factory Records We got our first FAKE Yelp review (see below): 42 minutes ago LikeUnlike Comment View Feedback (10)Hide Feedback (10) * * * o Factory Records "maybe becuase i love ameoba records alot more for alot of reasons then this place but today was very disappointing. I do agree with the selection they have though...its a good selection all around. I had a box of vinyl worth about over ...100 bucks with some classic stuff from 60's 70's and 80's. the guy that worked there went through them and pulled out 10 of them and said " i will give you 10 bucks for these". meanwhile i noticed he took out jimi hendrix...elton jon.. the doors.. journey.. acdc...bob marley.. chicago and some other classic vinyl. He said there wasnt any more room for him to take the rest and he would only give me 10 bucks for the best selection of vinyl i had. RIPOFF !!! what a joke. cause i thought he was joking. if you decide to sell your vinyl here please dont bring a whole box of it cause they wont take it all. It was a big ripoff and a big waste of time."Nick "Im a turtle.. ill come out of my shell" S.'s ProfileSee More 42 minutes ago LikeUnlike o Krissy Sparks LoL 38 minutes ago LikeUnlike o Factory Records Why is it bullshit? I NEVER pick Elton Jon (sic), Journey, or Chicago records out of ANYONE'S box of crap. PLEASE take your Chicago records to Amoeba. And "alot" is not a FUCKING WORD! 38 minutes ago LikeUnlike o Krissy Sparks hahaha!!! I'm gonna die laughing! 37 minutes ago LikeUnlike o Dean Tompkins so i can just bring you any records i want and you will buy them all? 33 minutes ago LikeUnlike o Geoff Leamon I'm surprised it didn't get filtered. About half the reviews we've gotten have been filtered out. Were the initials D.D. by any chance? 25 minutes ago LikeUnlike o Factory Records Ha ha, no! 24 minutes ago LikeUnlike o Dean Tompkins oh sweet i have a bunch of classical music and some symphony stuff i picked up at garage sales for 10 cents each I'll be right in....I'll be right in 21 minutes ago LikeUnlike o Dean Tompkins "Nick "Im a turtle.. ill come out of my shell" S hehe dude called himself a piece of shit 20 minutes ago LikeUnlike o Brad Sargeant You totally bought my Madman Across the Water. 12 minutes ago Like maybe becuase i love ameoba records alot more for alot of reasons then this place but today was very disappointing. I do agree with the selection they have though...its a good selection all around. I had a box of vinyl worth about over 100 bucks with some classic stuff from 60's 70's and 80's. the guy that worked there went through them and pulled out 10 of them and said " i will give you 10 bucks for these". meanwhile i noticed he took out jimi hendrix...elton jon.. the doors.. journey.. acdc...bob marley.. chicago and some other classic vinyl. He said there wasnt any more room for him to take the rest and he would only give me 10 bucks for the best selection of vinyl i had. RIPOFF !!! what a joke. cause i thought he was joking. if you decide to sell your vinyl here please dont bring a whole box of it cause they wont take it all. It was a big ripoff and a big waste of time. read more

Ok, the place is near impossible to find. Now that that's out of way, let's get to the reason it got 5 stars. The place is incredibly small, despite that, it ef'ing amazing. Based on the music selection, it is clearly operated by someone with a deep love, understanding and appreciation for the art of music. The person that helped me (I assume is the owner) was friendly, knowledgeable and really wanted me to leave happy. The store has tons of rare and hard to find gems beside vinyl, such as photos, stickers, and music nick-nacks. The music selection, while small, is deep. I'll definitely be back for more. read more

I love this place, a tad small but I like the coziness a lot. Dave is always friendly and always there to help me choose the perfect record. Right now as I'm writing this review, I'm listening to The Doors "Alive She Cried" which Dave helped me pick out today, a great deal too. I've never regretted a purchase at Factory Records, they're legit, honest, and super helpful. If you haven't been here yet, you're missing out. read more

Factory Records is legit! I enjoy flipping through the cheapo bin and often find more than what I was looking for. Dave had far and away the best record store in town with Noise x3 and it seems like Factory is picking up where that left off. In this age of immediate gratification, I appreciate being able to drive down to my local record shop and pick up what I need without having to wait for it to come in the mail. read more

I love Factory Records. It's small, friendly, and serves as a neighborhood record store. The only thing I mark down as a con is that it's hard to find, but once you've been there, that problem is out of the way. It's also probably not for everyone. If you want a massive warehouse selection, you won't like it. The place is just one room. But if you prefer a small, local shop you'll love this place. Here's some of the things I see as Factory Records advantages. -Small and Friendly -Local (with cool owner) -Large variety -Small enough collection that you can browse the whole store if that's you're record shopping style. read more

Dave is simply the best. I have been shopping at Factory since it's opening and have always walked out happy. Great selection, great knowledge, and great prices. read more

Great shop!! Every time I stop by, I'm always extremely satisfied with my purchase. I also like perusing the bin of records on sale. This place has a lot of diverse stuff and everything is at a very reasonable price, for used vinyl that is. I love coming here, and the owner is awesome! He's super helpful, and is totally music savvy. Plus!.. every record I've bought from here (even the cheapo ones) have been in very decent condition, and totally playable. I'll be coming back to this place for all my vinyl needs :) read more

This place is OCs best kept secret for all things Vinyl. Wax on stacks from floor to ceiling. So packed with new and used records it's hard to even move if you're in there with more than one person. These are all good things! They have plenty of rarities too and the owner is super knowledgable. read more