I made a list of record shops to hit in LA for my birthday, and honestly, I wish I had started here. First off, Manny (the owner) is dope. Super chill, easy to talk to, and clearly has amazing taste in music. We chopped it up for a bit, and he even gave me a free Moonshine Records shirt because it was my birthday- didn't have to, but it meant a lot. Now let's talk vinyl... no matter what you're into, you'll find something. The Latin section is fire, the 80s selection is solid, and there's a perfect mix of new and old. Everything is clean, organized, and easy to dig through. I walked out with some amazing finds at great prices and had to seriously stop myself from buying more. Parking was easy, and the shop was super easy to find. I didn't want to gatekeep... but this spot is too good not to share. I'll definitely be back. read more

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Moonshine Records feels like one of those rare, off-the-beaten-path spots you almost don't want to tell people about. It's the kind of place you stumble into and immediately realize you're about to lose track of time. Crate after crate, it's packed with deep cuts that you just don't see anywhere else. I was honestly blown away when I found an Ethiopian jazz record I've been listening to on Spotify for over a decade just sitting there. That moment alone made the entire visit worth it. There's a real sense that whoever curates this place actually cares about music beyond the obvious. It's not curated for trends--it's curated for discovery. Every section feels like a rabbit hole waiting to pull you in deeper. I walked in curious and walked out absolutely so effin stoked. If you're even remotely into digging for records, this place is a must. Staff was so tight!! Prices were reflective of the a1 quality and had so much variety I could have spent so much longer in it. read more

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They have the best selection of Hip Hop / Rap singles around. If your patient, you will find some sweet deep cuts in those shelves. Also like to mention that the service is always friendly and eager to help out. And if your lucky enough, you can catch some great live performances for DJs and MCs in store. read more

Great service. Selection was great and prices were even better. They also host music events with DJ's and live rapers. I will return to the next one. read more

Mxxnshine Records - Vinyl Records Near Me - Whittier, California

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Found this little record store by chance just by walking around uptown Whittier. Small but mighty, this record store has a lot to choose from. From vinyls to tapes and lots of inventory I'm sure you'll find what you're looking for. The guy that was there helped us with everything that we needed and was able to give us some insight on some good album selections. My son ended up walking out with three albums for a really good price which I think the value was great. I definitely recommend checking this place out! ALSO!!! don't let the Facebook site for you. They are more than just an R&B and hip-hop store. They sell all genres.!!!!!! My son walked out with a Frank Sinatra, Tame Impala, and a Mixed Jazz album! read more

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I came into the store looking for a specific artist from the 80s. I came into the store asking for assistance from the front desk, and he just rolled his eyes at me. I asked if he was okay, but he just gave me a pouty look. I don't know if he was having a bad day, but I was able to find what I was looking for at Lovells. I'd recommend there instead, better customer service and 5x the selection! read more

I've been a loyal customer of Mxxnshine Records for several years now. This Uptown Whittier gem is sort of a community hub that never disappoints. Whether you're shopping for, or just browsing through records, or just hanging out and catching up on life, this has become my go-to spot where love of music, community and friendship intertwine. Manny, the owner, has created a place for music lovers of all kinds to connect with one another. So if you're a seasoned collector or just starting out....or even if you sometimes just need to get your head straight, Mxxnshine Records is a must-visit! read more

Customer service - 5 stars, Vinyl selections - 5 stars Used records pricing 1 star (most of the used records are way overpriced, got a bunch of $9-15 records, almost 70% of them have scratches and they skip even after extensive cleaning, could have gotten them for $3-5 elsewhere) read more

Mxxnshine Records is perfect for the hardcore vinyl collectors and the casual fan looking for "that one record". The owner greets you as soon as you walk in. He asks if you're looking for anything in particular, and then lets you find your way around the shop. And thats what you want in your digging session. The space to dig at your heart's content. But help is waiting and ready when you need it. That's bad ass I've found records I've been looking for yeaaaars at this spot. Chances are, you will too. They everything from hip hop, punk, new wave, house and then some. You'll want to start following the shop's IG page to stay in the know of what the shop just got in their inventory. And the fact that the shop is right in the middle of uptown Whittier is a plus. You can dig and get a bite to eat nearby afterwards if you worked up an appetite. Or get a brew around the corner if you worked up a thirst. I highly recommend Mxxnshine records to all my DJs friends and vinyl collectors. And now I'm here to tell you that if you want a great digging experience, if you need to find a record for a love one for a gift, or just want to talk music with someone, you'll get it here. read more

He knows all there is to know about music and where exactly each record he has on hand . Very friendly environment. He's got all there is to select, ranging from good ol soul/rnb to some funk . Asked him for some recommendations about an upgrade of a set up for better sound quality and he gave very great recommendations . Now am listening to all my records in beautiful sound quality. Thanks brutha ! read more

Store is small but had some great finds. Very reasonable prices. Staff was helpful answering questions.

this place sucks. they have very expensive cds records. low selection the service is horrible i waled in and they did not great me and the guy looked at me with a very angry face. go to levels instead of this place read more

My favorite place to shop for records! They've helped me discover tons of artists/albums in some of my favorite genres. Hard to leave here empty-handed. read more

A shop that's for the community and provides knowledge to those that come to seek it. Definitely a shop to call home base for me. Best record store in Whittier. A shop owner willing to provide excellent service and value to the community and to record collectors. read more

Amazingggg place!!!! Its fantastic!!! If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. It has a nice aesthetic and the owner is really chill. Wide variety of music available with it being reasonably priced or better. read more

Manny was very helpful,friendly,& attentive. He will answer all your questions with great friendly customer service & you will find the records you are looking for.I would definitely recommend this place to friends & family. read more

This store adorns the city of Whittier with its radiant, dark vinyl. Mxxnshine glows among a cityscape otherwise devoid of funky D-I-S-C-O records; whole crates of vinyl await the track obsessed collector, the hit seeking DJ, and the rare LP enthusiast. All would be pleased with the intoxicating inventory at Mxxnshine. Few record stores even include a House music section, and if a store has House, the genre is usually lumped in with 12" inch singles or DJ music. Not so at Mxxnshine. Manny, the owner, meticulously arranged the collection of House music on sale at Mxxnshine in a series of beige storage cubes. Most of the salient House labels and artists were pretty well represented. I definitely saw quite a few Lil' Louis records, and at least one sought after Dance Mania record. I have not seen too many decent House records in the typical CA record store, so Mxxnshine's excellence waxes just due to its House inventory. The disco section exceeded expectations. Mxxnshine's disco inventory might be more sizable than Amoeba's. I saw disco LPs from A to Z. Every notable disco artist could be picked out. I ended up finding a copy of a Strikers single in NM condition. The price for the record considering its quality and condition was sensible and fair. Manny also brought a Dolly Parton track to my attention that had some funky, disco not disco promise. (I am not referring to Jolene here, which is a fun one.) Because I already mentioned the pricing, I should touch on Manny's overall music knowledge. I had the privilege to extensively discuss Manny's background as a DJ. I recollect that he has been a disc jockey since the age of 12. He has a sound working knowledge of electro, house, techno, disco, italo-disco, hip hop, R&B, and etc. I don't want to belabor my observation, so I will keep it simple: Manny possesses a refined understanding of worthwhile DJ music, and any curious customer is likely to find value in his opinions on popular music. Manny's efficacy as an owner is just as noteworthy as his music taste. He has had appreciable experience in other mgmt. roles in other industries, and it shows. Manny runs Mxxnshine with a high level of business acumen and insight. He has plenty of business knowhow to sell and market a product. He mentioned that in the earlier days of Mxxnshine, very few customers walked in due its somewhat removed location from the street. Manny has found ways to get Mxxnshine on the map and to get folks interested in good records. People drop into Mxxnshine all the time now. (The foot traffic in the store was steady when I was there.) I particularly admire his efforts to run a store for the diehard crate diggers. The world has enough record stores "specializing" in 180 gram re-issues. Manny keeps the model of the store fun for the true believers out there, and that's easy to respect. Although a frill or an extra, I ought to round out this review with a mention of the Mxxnshine bags Manny provides to customers. I have seen my fair share of monogrammed/logo heavy plastic or recycled material bags. The cloth Mxxnshine bag buyers get free is far and away the best bag I've been fortunate enough to receive. Each cloth bag depicts a jug of moonshine or rotgut liquor, and the cartooning is fairly impressive. Mxxnshine's bag definitely exemplifies the true amusement Manny works to create in his storefront each day. I look forward to filling my Mxxnshine bag next I stop in for some spirited music. read more

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This place is INCREDIBLE! I've been coming here for a number of years now, and I am rarely disappointed. Manny the owner is very personable and knows what he has in stock. Even though albums are very popular right now, his prices are very reasonable. I drive from the OC for no other reason than to shop at his store. Now on any given day that could be a 40 minute drive! But it's worth it almost every time. So if you're looking for that classic album or just want to browse, I would recommend Mxxnshine Records. Now at the top of my review I did say I'm rarely disappointed. And I have to be honest. There were a few times that Manny wasn't there during business hours. But now I know the trick...just call the phone number listed on the door and he'll answer! Obviously that hiccup hasn't deterred me from going. Mxxnshine Records has been an intricate part of my ever growing collection! read more

Mxxnshine Records - Vinyl Records Near Me - Whittier, California

Great place for LP's and the store owner is laid back and friendly! His place has many gems worth getting and the prices are fair. My go-to place if I can't find an album. read more

Mxxnshine Records - The Doors Waiting for the Sun & Led Zeppelin debut album - Vinyl Records Near Me - Whittier, California

( a true hidden gem) My girlfriend brought me here on a date night to kill some traffic time, and being the digger I am I couldn't resist going in and taking a look Instantly started going through all the records, everything from disco, classic and modern rock, punk, ska, reggae and much much more! I left with a used but very good condition men at work and a new specials record, pricing was fairly cheap and stocked with tons hidden gems, if you like vinyl and visiting record shops add this one to the list! Tons of near by shops from food, desserts, clothing and restaurants to choose from for the perfect date read more

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I always go in here to buy Beatles records and the boss is so nice if you like the Beatles, they have a bunch of vintage Beatles albums and if I was rich, I would've bought all of them but since I'm not rich people could get really nice Beatles records love this place read more

Every weekend I take my son to a record store so we can pick up some vinyl for his new record player and always leave with 1 or 2 records until we went to Mxxnshine Records! We were blown away by the selection and I even picked up a few classic Jazz records for myself. The owner was extremely knowledgeable and patient, it was a busy Saturday! This will be our new store and we appreciate the great service! read more

Great shop! Overwhelming (in a good way) selection and good prices! Any type of music... they have it! read more

The absolute BEST place to find whatever you're looking for! Old, new, vinyl, cassette, ANYTHING! Whether you're looking to buy, sell or trade, they've got it all! And the owner, Manny, being an amazing individual, just adds to the experience and atmosphere! Absolutely LOVE this place! read more

This place is a goldmine! Great prices too and knowledgeable staff/owner. I found some rare gems and I can't wait to go back when I back in Cali next year! read more

Mxxnshine Records is located in Uptown Whittier within a strip mall. The actual shop is not particularly visible from Greenleaf Ave. Plenty of free parking all around. The owner is the coolest guy. Very knowledgable. Unlike many shop owners that I have encountered, he plays records while you're browsing as though he is deejaying for a party. This store is bursting at the seams with vinyl. It's a small shop, but even so you may be here for at least an hour or two. The genres are mixed, but surprisingly he has a deep collection of old school hip hop and rap. The jazz/blues/R&B section was good too... I am loving my Lee Dorsey LP. Ask about his bargain bins. They are scattered everywhere! 2018 Challenge #71 read more

Hidden gem in the heart of Uptown Whittier! Manny is knowledgeable in all types of music. Has a variety of vinyl to choose from used - new.

I recently stopped by for the first time and the gentleman that was working that day was very helpful. He helped me find a couple records I was looking for out of a list I had wrote down. I appreciate your assistance! Thank you. :-) read more

Had the pleasure of digging for some epic tunes today at mxxnshine. Whoa... legendary experience, the owner was working and helped me locate the albums I was looking for. I am looking forward shopping here again! read more

Super awesome record store. Really friendly and helpful owner, and really great prices. Tons of variety, and well curated. And much fairer prices on new records than most record stores, generally at least 5-10 bucks cheaper than other stores for the new prints. Highly recommend! read more

Amazing service highly recommend very professional will come back and buy more records service was amazing

Amazing shop!!!! Small but packed, awesome digs for anyone & especially for DJs. Talked for hours with the owner. This spot is the real deal, hosting cyphers & some serious DJs. Don't miss it! read more

Mxxnshine Records - The Boogie 12"s section - Vinyl Records Near Me - Whittier, California

Great record store with original print vinyls. Tons of crates to go through and everything was well organized.

The guy at the cash register I assumed is the owner, he was very knowledgeable and friendly. He was extremely helpful and I enjoyed my first experience at a vintage vinyl record store. His selection was wide and he had the vinyls I wanted and for a good price! 10/10 recommend coming here! Although finding parking for this place on a weekend is near impossible just a heads up. read more

It always blows my mind how record stores like this exist. They pop up and my first reaction is "nice! a new record store!" then you visit. You quickly realize that nearly 90% of the records have either damaged sleeves or scratched vinyl. Then you look at the prices. My god! There was nothing under $6.99 that I saw in their regular bins and most of it was damaged. How are you going to charge me more than dollar bin prices for a scratched and covered in ring wear Alan Parsons Project album with a straight face? Repeat this for every artist from the 70s and that's their Rock section. Repeat this for all their other sections. Then you can look up at the overpriced and not all that scarce stuff on the walls and then you can walk out of the store and up the street to Lovell's and actually find something decent and possibly even released within the decade too! read more

Updating my review for poor customer service and pettiness of the owner. Clearly instead of replying to the good reviews of his business he tend to focus on replying to my post only. The owner falsely claims to remember me. I would have been amazed if he did remember me from six months ago. Given that he didn't even give me a sideways glance to look away from his conversation, I think he is thinking of another customer in a similar situation. I didn't go to the store with two of my friends. I went to the store with my husband, so to claim to remember me is a straight out lie. If he claims to remember me with two friends, he clearly must be confusing me with another customer he gave terrible service to. Gathering from his response, I believe he tends to ignore his customers more often than not and is constantly enthralled with personal discussion with his friends. In my opinion, go to Lovell's down the street from this store. The prices at Lovell's are more reasonably and the customer service is much better. I tend to be fair in my reviews. Unlike the owner states here, my reviews tend to be a mix of good and bad. Mostly I only review if the place leaves a very good impression or a really bad one (such as this place). read more

As an avid collector I tend to look for eathier bargain shops or stores with high assortment of rare items. This store is. Either of those. Not to mention the poor customer service. Another reviewer made mention of the owners inability to not hang out with his friends and be helpful with customers. I experienced this a couple of weeks ago. He comes off very aggressive and dismissive to any one who ask a question. Most of the reviews praising this place clearly have had some kind of relationship with them since I had the complete opposite experience. I worked in retail for years and this is not how you greet or treat your customers. His collection is impressive but there seems to be a markup on records that don't really make any sense. read more

I came across this shop recently and ended up with a stack of 12" singles at a great price. The place is small but has character and charm. The gentleman at the counter was playing records for another customer and gave great service. Will definitely be coming back! read more

Awesome place jam packed with records of all sorts of genres. The prices are extremely fair as well!

Went in for first time yesterday. Nice selection at fair prices for sure. Also have to add customer service is top notch. This will be my first choice whenever I need to fill in some gaps in my record collection. Nice change to be able to go to a brick and mortar instead of buying on-line and peruse through the record bins for some real digging . read more