One of my favorite record shops in NYC. Great selection of rock'n'roll, older punk stuff, soul, jazz, more. Some good picks among the 45s, too. The discounted bins are very much worth a look -- I'm always able to find quality records and selections that are way more interesting than standard "discount bin" records. Every time I've been in here, I've found something I didn't expect to find (that is, either something farther afield of "the canonical rock'n'roll classics" than I had expected, or selections cheaper than I'd expected). Not a large space, but personally I appreciate the ability to browse a whole record store over just a couple hours. Staff is very friendly. There's also an in-house repair shop that can do good, inexpensive turntable repair work. read more

Good selection and very fair prices. Took the aubway out of Grand Central while on vacation and found it quite easily. Paid $20 for a pair of albums from The Jam which was great. The $2 bin is deep. Worth a visit. read more

Human Head is the perfect record store: great product, curated selection, fair prices, personable staff, and character. Crossed off some titles from my want list, discovered new gems, and got clean copies of classics. Doesn't get any better than that! read more

Since I live in L.A., I only get to visit Human Head once a year during the holidays, but I love it; easily one of my top 3 NYC record shops. The prices are reasonable, and the curation is solid. Plus they encouraged me to take a look at their Discogs page, see if there was anything I wanted, which led to me snatching a sealed, original pressing Gang Starr 12"; that made my day (well, that and my purchase of an original, mint Lydia Lunch 'Queen of Siam'). Can't wait to go back! read more

So this store still kills for jazz lovers. Human Head is the best kept jazz vinyl secret in NYC and while I would like it to remain so, Travis and the guys need to make a living. Travis offers great deals. I recently purchased first pressing mono VG+++ copies of Coltrane's Soultrane, George Russell's NYC NY, Jackie McLean's One Step Beyond and others. Not cheap, but totally fair and reasonable. read more

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Visited this store on my trip to NYC. I've bought from them through an online website called discogs.com and wanted to visit them in person. Was not disappointed, great selection of 12" records. I found some treasures when I was there. I want to thank HumanHeadNYC for their hospitality! read more

I am so glad I stumbled upon this hidden gem. The selection is amazing, I had to leave because I wanted everything. I can see how someone would get carried away. The records I purchased were well maintained; good play quality. Prices are amazing, the staff was great, the dog was cool , all is well. I actually found the first record I ever laid eyes on, Parliament Live, don't judge lol. I was elated, it brought back such great childhood memories. My grandmother recently passed and I searched her house high and low for that record and I could not find it. Thanks guys you really made my day . read more

This place is awesome. They've got fancy stuff on the walls (and bins), plus loads of affordable ($2, $4, $6) bins for when you want that random record, but don't need a super clean expensive copy of it (though even many of the cheaper records are in great shape). The new arrivals are replenished regularly, and they have a couple stations so you can listen to things you don't know, or see if you can tolerate the scratches on that embarrassing $2 record you will take home and hide in the far ends of your collection so nobody but you ever sees it. And they are friendly dudes! Gives the place a relaxed vibe and you often find yourself talking to other people browsing records, it's kinda like hanging at your friends' place. read more

At first, I was hesitant to come all the way out to Brooklyn from Manhattan but boy oh boy I am sure glad I did! This is the best record store in New York! They have a large selection of new arrivals that are sorted by day and week so it is worth coming here often. They have a selection of $6 records which I scored a boat load of rare near mint condition records from that I didn't even know existed. Heck yes! The guy working there was friendly and super helpful. The prices on everything in the store are absolute bargains. I only wish that they had a dedicated section for soundtracks instead of mixing them in with everything else. read more

Great place for classic rock and soul. Some punk and hardcore along with hip hop. Actually this place has everything with fair prices. Cool staff that lets you browse through everything and listen to used stuff without feeling judged or rushed. read more

The best record shop in NYC. They always have some gems - and the best part is that they understand that in order to move inventory - that it has to be priced reasonably. I walked way with Freewheelin' Bob Dylan for $8, Nevermind the Bollocks for $15, Otis Redding's Dictionary of Soul for $8, and a Springsteen Bootleg for $14. Those records could easily, easily, be marked 2x, 3x, 4x or more in some shops. There's also $4 bins, and a real nice $6 section too. I love how accessible they make the music. Go here. read more

Really happy that a new record shop opened in the hood. Really well curated collection and really friendly staff. They have more recognizable artists (beatles, stones, pink floyd, coltrane, miles davis etc.) which is hard to find in a lot of the used record shops. They still have a deep selection to find a hidden gem in there. Selection is probably about half rock/ half jazz, funk and soul. Not a ton of electronic or classical. But the best part of the shop is the pricing! Really fair and reasonable. Especially for well-known artist. They don't just jack up the price because people recognize the record - they give the fair price. I checked their prices with discogs and ebay after my trip. All the prices were at market or even below. That is a HUGE relief for someone that wants to support the local shop and be spontaneous , but doesn't want to worry about overpaying. I feel like I can trust their prices. Will be back again! read more

NYC's best record store hands down. I've been buying records in town for close to 30 years and never have known a store with such a consistent flow of cool and often rare LPs coming in everyday. You can always find amazing stuff from any imaginable musical genre at all price points. Even the 2 dollar bin is well-curated. Everything is always priced fairly. The owners and staff are all extremely knowledgeable and helpful and together have created a unique atmosphere that draws you back in the doors again and again to hang out, listen and learn. Human Head is like a dream clubhouse for music lovers. More than just a store, it's a way of life. read more

warm, friendly and kind what a vinyl shop should be my new go-to spot read more

Great spot for vinal records in east williamsburg. Welcome to the neighborhood!

Travis, the owner, is a true record nerd. He is an inspiration to young vinyl junkies everywhere. Fair priced, good selection, and he goes the extra mile. Often carries a good range of used record players and speakers. Fairly priced at that. Shopping here gives you a sense of what it was like to shop for records in the 80's and 90's - in all of the good ways. read more

These guys get it. I love that they price their stuff to move!! It's like, wow, they understand I'm here to buy some records. AND yes, they do have some nice collectables too, that get up there in price, but what they're asking is fair. I usually come in with stuff to trade, and I've always been pleasantly surprised by what they offer to pay me for them. My favorite record shop in NYC. read more

Best record store I've seen in either Manhattan or Brooklyn. It feels cozy and cool, and the owner is really friendly. I sold a stack of records there for a great price, and I'm looking forward to spending more time digging through their bins which dedicate space to $2 and $5 vinyl while also having a large selection of great classic and rare albums. read more

I hope I have the names right...Steve and Travis, knowledgeable, no pressure sales staff. They were happy to school me a bit on putting together a sound system (I know nothing). Their prices on vinyl is so fair, less than half than I pay up in Westchester. Got a Carlin record, some Marley, Zeppelin nothing more than 5 bucks. Can't wait to go back. They played some 45s and we had some 80's movie soundtrack trivia too. read more

My fave record store in NY. Found some great gems here, reasonably priced classic rock LPs, and a great selection of more subversive stuff. Always a rewarding trawl, and the staff are so damn helpful, I more often than not live what they are playing in store too! Gentleman of impeccable taste! read more

Stopped in from out of town. Broad inventory and great selection of hard to find vinyl. They just opened and its a very cool place to browse and listen. Can't wait until I can get there again. Just off the L train, so easy to reach. Travis was a wealth of information and this seems to be a very fun environment read more

Everyone that works here is super informative. They can easily pick up on what genres you're into to better help you find new music. Records are in good condition and prices are extremely reasonable. read more

Very cool variety, perhaps the most vast stock of jazz albums I've seen in quite a long time. Prices are fairly decent and correlate to the quality/rarity of the records- as is standard in most record shops- but compared to other record shops the prices are much more affordable and the quality of the records is very high! It's a little of a ways off the main drag, but it's well worth the excursion. Classics from wall to wall in all genres, you can spend a whole day in here if you wanted! Staff was helpful and friendly and the whole vibe is very comfortable and enjoyable. read more

Worth a visit for their deep collection of Jazz, and soon Soul / R&B, still a work in progress but excellently curated. Pricing, vibe, staff, and location are top notch. read more

Human Head Records - One section of jazz, two others, a $5 and $3 section - Vinyl Records Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Nice record shop in the neighborhood- very good prices, good variety and good service. Very friendly environment!!! Get the stuff in the wall--this is Great! read more

Love this store.. Super friendly staff, HUGE selection.. I was able to find a ton of favorites in the $2 section.. And I was pleasantly surprised to see all of the soul records they had.. I will definitely be back! read more

Really nice and clean place. However good for anything other than electronic. Employees are nice and willing to search for albums for you, probably will go back soon read more

Looking for a killer spot to pick up records in NYC? Then look no further. You'll find it all here, from classic rock, to funk, to metal, and on and on and on. On a budget and can't afford the fancy wall pieces? No problem! They have a nice selection of $4 and $6 records. Everything here is reasonably priced and the staff is super nice. Conveniently located just a few blocks off the Montrose L stop. Wish every shop ruled this much. read more

I worked at record stores for ten years so I finally decided to thin the herd and sell off some records. The guys here were super-fair with pricing and their selection of new and used vinyl is amazing. I'll be back when I decide to start hoarding again! read more

Great place, found a copy of RS "Exile on Main" and a live recording of the Black Keys. I've never walked into a record shop and not bought something and this place was no exception. Great selection of everything from rock n' roll, mainstream, indie and even some crap music. Unfortunately they don't carry EDM, but no place is perfect. Staff seems to really know a lot about music as well. Really can't say a bad thing about this place. They've also got a very large selection of vinyl in the $2 - $10 range, perfect for the budding record collection. Apparently, they also purchase record collections, although I have no idea why anybody would ever sell their vinyl. Perfect place to drop in to kill a bit of time if you're in the area, even worth a special trip if you're into music. read more

The selection of vinyl records here is a treasure trove, the prices are more than reasonable, and the vibe of this place is relaxed, fun, perfect. Travis and his people are really very helpful, know their stuff well, and are great to talk to. Nice to trip out here and bring home some quality organic music to listen to. read more

Do yourself a favor and come here! Travis, the owner, is a great guy, friendly, and knowledgeable. The prices are good, and the store is well-organized by genre, plus there's a new records section and bargain bins. It's an easy walk from the L train, too, so what are you waiting for? read more

Seriously the best record store I've found in the area (including Williamsburg, Bushwick and Greenpoint). Spent $60 and walked out w/ 12 killer lps in great condition. Should have gotten twice as many - will be back soon! read more

Best record store in Brooklyn! Travis and the staff are super friendly, knowledgable, and the prices are always just right. And the selection is par excellence. They also have Steve in the basement who can fix your turntable. The guy saved my Technics 1200 from the scrap heap. #miracleworker. You'll never be disappointed at Human Head! read more

i never leave reviews on yelp but after visiting here last weekend i feel compelled...this is by far the best record store i have ever been to. amazing selection of records i was looking for and others that i didn't realize i was looking for. there was also a guy very enthusiastically checking out some records on one of the listening stations and rocking the hell out, sometimes giving a "whoop!" or an "oh yeah!" which was cool. attitude free and fair prices. come prepared to spend all of your money. read more

I bought a couple records from Travis at Brooklyn Bazaar- where he has been hawking his wares regularly on Friday and Saturday nights, and decided to check out the brick and mortar location soon thereafter. I discovered that he has a great little store- cozy and friendly- with a HUGE collection. He showed me the basement where he has even more boxes of records waiting to make their way upstairs. His attention to detail (he requested that his carpenter modify his shelves with "record holders" so customers have a safe place to put their records while they continue to browse) and wealth of knowledge are impressive and heartening. I'm definitely going back. read more

What a great New Arrivals concept. Always great prices, interesting stuff. These guys know their shit.

If you love records, then visit this charming mekka of vinyl. On my vacation to NY, this was a true meeting with the subculture and realities of the city wrapped in nostalgic LP,s and great hospitality. The owner even offered a beer while searching for music and showed us some rare records. Do yourself a favour and have a look. You might even find some music you like for a buch. read more

Staff is friendly and helpful. Love the records they get in. I thought going once a week was enough but with new arrivals every few days it's hard to stay away. Very quickly became my favorite record store in the city! Keep it up guys! read more

Groovy space with an expansive collection. Amazing selection of bargain records-- spent hours in digging and wound up with some great finds!!! They've got great sound stations set up to preview records before buying them. Staff was chill and helpful:) 12/12 experience read more