Jerry's Records made me fall in love with my record player. I couldn't have asked for a better…read morestore to help me build my collection. I can always find something I'm interested in for $10 or less. Jerry's is a third place to me. It's a must visit every time I'm back in Pittsburgh! Jerry's is estimated to have over 500,000 records. Here's what I've learned from my two years in Pittsburgh to help sort through the collection: 1. Best sellers are located upfront. Normally there's a few of each artist: The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, Led Zeppelin, The Who, Rush, Aerosmith, and many more. Price range between $20-60 2. For people starting out, Jerry's has a lot of well known albums and artists for $7-8 a record. Common finds: Elvis, Frank Sinatra, Santana, REO Speedwagon, Jefferson Starship/Jefferson Airplane, Elton John, STYX, and Chicago. 3. Huge Christmas selection in the $3-20 range. They likely have what you're looking for. My boyfriend's mom was looking for Christmas with Mitch for many years. She found 8 copies at Jerry's Records in less than 15 minutes. 4. There's a large Broadway and musical soundtrack section tucked in the corner down the first hallway on the right. Normally they are about $5-15. 5. Before checking out, look at the record and sleeve for damages. From experience, most priced above $7 play really well. They may have a few crackles, but a quick wash takes most of that away. Things in the $3 range are risky.

This record store is gigantic and maybe my favorite thing is that there are a couple of different…read moredivided rooms, and different music was playing in the main room (which includes rock/pop, alternative, and folk alongside all of their bestsellers) and then if you venture off into the well-stocked jazz room -- through a small corridor, you are greeted by a whole new acoustic vibe. The records here for the most part seem to be vintage. I didn't find a number of things I was looking for -- perhaps they were too new to be found here or a little obscure. But, I did notice that they have a very large collection of musicals and film soundtracks (the former of which I am a major fan). The rows and rows of what I think is their back stock not in the main center of the store are also a sight to behold. There are also a lot of hodgepodge bins at the front of the newest and "hottest" arrivals, as well as employee picks. I'm sure I'll be back here again. There must be 50K records in here. It is a bit overwhelming. Also, I will lastly say that the prices for the majority of items I saw while perusing are rather affordable and reasonable.

Excellent record store in new Ken with a strong collection of used records at a reasonable price…read more 80's , 90's , disco , and great soundtrack available and some decent hard to find nu wave, punk, & post punk bands as well.

The people that run the Discogs are complete jackasses. I called the shop and asked them about 2…read morerecords. I simply wanted to know if writing was anywhere on them. They told me they would reply back on the order. 2 days pass by and no response on the order. I had to use the "seller not responding" option on Discogs to get them to finally respond, then they cancelled my order and put it as the "buyers request" even though I never requested this. I suggest anyone considering doing business with them to look elsewhere. These guys are complete jackasses. They also blocked my number like some cowards.

This is my favorite store on the planet. Not my favorite…read morecomics store, or my favorite bookstore - my favorite STORE. Best thing to do is go to www.copacetic.biz or even better head over to the store, nestled in a quiet corner of Squirrel Hill across from the police department. Bill (the owner) stocks an unbelievable range of comics, books, DVDs, music, and art in his tiny space. You won't find many contemporary superheros here, but what you will find is all the modern artsy comics you can handle, the Criterion collection of DVDs, weird discount European jazz label imports, Little Lulu, punk rock, Pauline Kael, the Dover collection of classic literature, local zines, a big comfy chair, and most importantly, the proprietor who will find out your tastes and guide you to the material that will best intrigue and interest you. He encourages browsing and reading, and there's usually classic or independent cinema playing on the small TV, or else classic jazz on the stereo. I checked the "$" price rating because nearly everything that Bill sells is discounted from the original price - including both the new stuff and the classics (on which many of which other stores have bagged and marked-up the price). This is extremely rare in comics retailing. Since moving to New York City, the two retail institutions I've missed the most from Pittsburgh are (1) REI, and (2) Copacetic. Go there now!

I don't read comics. But now I wish I did so that I could…read morefeel like I had purpose in being at this store and had a reason to back! This is such a cool place. The guy that worked there was very friendly and I highly recommend that you visit!

When arriving at Get Hip Records, it appears to be an industrial building with wall murals. There…read moreis security and a gate you need to enter. Just tell security you are going to the record store and they let you in. It's upstairs when you enter on the side. Nice, large selection of new titles and flows from the front and into rooms that also contain shirts, 45lps and CDs. As you work thru, the used album wind around and sections are labeled nicely. Prices are slightly higher compared to other records stores in Western PA and eastern Ohio. If I'm looking for a specific title, this store would not be my first choice but would be an option if having trouble finding a unique title. I would go back but it would not be a planned trip, etc. As of 2/25/26, You may find slightly better deals at Jerry's in Squirrel Hill, Preserving Vinyl in New Kensington, Geos in Youngstown OH, Music To My Ear off Babcock Blvd or Inner Groove in Monaca. (eBay or Discogs online also)

It's music to my ears because this record store is the absolute best of the best!…read more It's paradise for vinyl lovers. Whether you're a new collector or lifelong, they have what you need. Hard-to-find, rare, classic pressings as well as newer recordings. I could spend hours just looking at all of the albums and learning more about music that I love as well as bands and singers I don't know tons about. This is really just a fun shop that carries so much history, art and joy in the form of vinyl. Even if you're a modest collector you have to give yourself the pleasure of enjoying all that Get Hip has to offer.

Lots of different genres of used and some new records as well. I found some hard to find records in…read moreboth the alternative and punk genre.

Sometimes I go into Mind Cure after payday and make financially irresponsible decisions. I only…read morewanted to snag that The Sicks record, but then I saw the EEL release and got lost in the skulls. Sometimes I go into Mind Cure with my mind made up. I only wanted to see if they had some Thad Jones or bebop for a rainy day. But my mind is never made up. I dig around and find some cheap funk and soul; mostly Parliament, The Isley Brothers, The Staple Singers. I really like what they're playing and ask what it is. Bob Hocko and the Swamp Rats. I'll take that one, too. Thanks. Sometimes I go into Mind Cure with nothing to do and nothing on my mind. I'm in a slump. Do you have music? The answer is always yes. I walk out with things I've never heard of. Or things I've heard of. It doesn't matter. Mind Cure is my favorite place in Pittsburgh. I can get a coffee downstairs and buy a book or a comic upstairs. They have all of the music I want and the shelves are carefully curated and constantly updated. Punk, hardcore, metal, rock, funk, blues, jazz, folk, world, and even a weirdo/indoor kid section for when I'm feeling like a true lump of coal.

I stopped in here basically for just one reason, to purchase a ticket for an upcoming show at…read moreSpirit Lounge. That went incredibly well, and was super easy. Since I was there, I decided to peruse the selections of vinyl records for sale. They had a lot of really cool inventory, and even though I am not really a collector of records, I do still have some from when I was younger, and it was cool to see certain selections that I currently own, and the price that they are selling for. They also had a nice selection of boomboxes and other retro electronics for sale. This place is really cool, and the owner was spinning tunes, and was really nice and very friendly . . . Cheers!

Walked in for the first time today, and instantly saw an album I've been on the hunt for. I left…read morewith four records I haven't been able to find, along with two more for a very responsible price especially for what I got! Greg the owner was awesome as I checked out him and I got to talking definitely a great dude with a great store with a great vibe. He was playing some groovy music that I was really vibing to as I looked through what the crates. Now the store is small but Greg most definitely maximizes the space he has, the selection and value of what he has in his store makes this a must stop if you enjoy vinyl.

One of my favorite spots on our trip. I am very into oddities and eclectic stuff so coming here…read moreespecially when they had live music was a match made in heaven. I still regret not purchasing a cologne from here. The drinks and bar in the back was such a vibe and exactly what we needed after a long day of walking around. The singer was also great that night. Hope to come back one day.

Dr. Tumblety's in the Storyville Lounge knew exactly how to get our attention on GNO. Curious and…read morecraving something a little different, we stepped off Warrington Avenue and into a deliciously different world, tucked just off the beaten path of the French Quarter in New Orleans. The lighting is low and the room full of intriguing curiosities that make you want to wander....or linger. The cocktails? Total charmers. From the Big 25 to the Lulu White, plus a Sazerac and a martini, every drink was smooth, confident and just tempting enough to convince us another round was necessary. As live music started setting up in the adjacent room, the vibe turned even more inviting, like the night was just getting warmed up. Dr. Tumblety's is cozy, intimate and a little bit naughty in the best way. The kind of place that makes you lean in, stay awhile, and maybe forget what time it is.

Great staff! Knowledgeable, friendly! $0.25 outside rack has hidden gems! Inside selection is very…read morewide! well organized! Just moved out of the area and miss this place tremendously! Get the member card for discounts!

Full of gems and good prices. The staff are friendly and helpful. If you pick up a cd or dvd in…read morethe back make sure the disc is in there. It's a fun place to pick up movies, cd's & records at reasonable rates.