This store is loaded with records, stacked to the ceiling. Small but very well organized shop with…read morea fantastic selection with fair prices. I will be back when I have more time to dig. Very nice and friendly people work here.

We were wandering around looking at Christmas lights and came across this gem. Rekindled the…read morepassion for music and vinyl with our visit digging through the vast discography that was present. The owner was not only knowledgeable, personable, and real; it was clear his passion was the music and the vinyl medium. It was a fantastic visit we had to cut short but it will be another place that we will be coming back to time and time again.

Vinyl Envy is a wonderful shop! Mike is delightful: friendly, knowledgeable, and very helpful. i…read morehighly recommend jazz lovers frequent this business. Janet C. Victoria BC.

During my recent vacation (I'm from the States) in Victoria, BC, I had the fortunate experience of…read more visiting Vinyl Envy (VE). Mike, the owner, is very friendly and knowledgeable. In addition, I found the ambiance of VE very welcoming. As a result of my purchase, I am now enjoying a sampling of jazz artistry that only a valued vinyl could bring. If you don't have it, Vinyl Envy is the place to go. Thank you Mike for making this music experience possible.

Well, I was pumped on their selection till after I got Back…read moreto our hotel room and realized that one of the albums was a bootleg and it didn't have anything stating so on a sticker or what not. I messaged them to let them know And ask some questions. and whoever responded was short and just told me I could return it if I didn't want it. Told me it "wasn't an original". I asked what that meant and received no response. It got me to thinking about out albums I saw there that also didn't seem right or as they said "original". So buyers beware if you're looking for authentic. This place may dupe you.

Great selection of vinyl; takes you back to shopping for records and actually holding an album in…read moreyour hands. Well organized and friendly staff. Always on my list when I'm in Victoria

Go for the vinyl....stay to pet the cats. I can only go every few weeks now but before COVId, I…read morehit the shop weekely while downtown getting a sandwhich at the CoOp to check the new arrivals even before they get priced and on the shelf. If you dont see what you want or if the item isnt the grade you want...just ask. They'll have it somewhere or know who has it. The grades of records go from playable but rough covers to collector grade, so they hit all price points. When they are well stocked, its not uncommon to find multplie copies of an album with prices from a few bucks to $20...and he's probably got a primo copy somewhere, some ungraded ones waiting to be logged in, and a trashed version for free out in the boxes out front. I even check the free box outside for covers in better condition than one in my collection or for missing liner notes, etc. They guys are a wealth of knowledge. Just ask. They'll straight up tell you if the albumn is a first pressing, a re-issue, a bootleg, etc. They love music....and cats.

I detoured off of I-5 from Bellingham to check out Lost in the Groove in Mount Vernon (3/30/25). It…read morewas crowded on this late Sunday afternoon and had a decent overhead music track playing during this visit. Retail formats included used vinyl LPs, 45s, and CDs (rock, folk, jazz, country, foreign, compilations) and some DVDs towards the back. I did not look closely if there were cassettes, other accessories, and other featured genres. Decent for a quick look-see for me, didn't buy anything though. Nice to see a vintage reel to reel towards the front of the shop too.

Went in to browse their movies selection and I was so surprised by this unassuming shop. I came in…read moreon a rainy day, and it was so cozy to be in here looking through their collection. They have a huuuge catalog of music and movies in different formats. Could easily spend an hour here! They're currently running a 50% off promo on everything. There aren't many places with character and charm like this place. Check it out! You never know what gems you'll find.

The owner is an incredibly nice, conscientious, thoughtful guy. Great deals and extensive selection…read moreof vinyl, cds, tapes, and posters.

What a Fantastic Guitar! Found a Gibson Custom Les Paul…read moreStandard that looked Beautiful.Not to Flamey or Pin Striped,Gorgeous movement in the Maple Top w/ waves in the mineral streaks.Nice Grain Patterns. Just as promised-Brand New with all the case Candy. The colors are Fantastic! Then I plugged it in. OMFG this thing is Bad Ass.Vibrant without amplification & the Custombuckers give it the perfect Vintage Burst Tone. If you need a Guitar from a place that honors their word,Give James a Call.You won't be disappointed.They also have PRS & Fender

The best selection of Gibson guitars anywhere near me. Just can't say enough about the quality and…read morevariety in the store. It looks like a record store so not everyone is aware that they have a great selection and consignment items available.

Folks, if you're looking to expand your old-school vinyl album collection, look no further.. this…read morestore has any album you could ever wish to buy in a multitude of genres.. and I'm not exaggerating! Even better, if you're wanting to get INTO the listening pleasure that only vinyl albums can give, you can find all manner of turntables, receivers, speakers.. basically anything you need to get started on the journey of discovering the rich musical sound NOT found in the digitally compressed music world! The owner, Russell, is thoroughly familiar with the various styles of music and the artists/groups (both well known AND obscure) and is able to make recommendations to customers who may be new to this type of ear candy.. You'll be pleasantly surprised by the very reasonable prices of both the albums and record players, I've seen much more expensive ones at lesser quality in other secondhand stores -and online- so believe me, you'll come back again and again! ((And may I give a plug about his radio show that is locally produced and available on the radio or streaming services.. see the attached photo, listen, and tell your friends!))

Updated November 2022: Legendary has continued to be my…read morefavorite Bellingham record pusher for good reason: They value the music/listener relationship. Russ and team are great people who love getting to know their clientele's eclectic taste in music. It is a great feeling to walk in and have the staff mention an artist you like and that they have something new or similar in stock. The reason for my updated review is the new store layout. The entire store has been revamped and is more welcoming to browse. There is even a new listening station setup! This is great for checking if a record plays well or if some wacky album art catches the eye. The variety of records coming in from the community is getting better and better with the offered genres beginning to expand. Prices are unbeatable for the quality provided. This is largely due to the focus being on people who actually listen to their records. New services such as turntable repair/setup is great to see. They even have some models for sale! Consignment is still going strong for some of the more pristine records available. Even so, they aren't priced unreasonably. (Again, focused on getting these records into rotation asap with a new set of ears.) My personal favorite is seeing local bands/musicians having brought in music to be sold. They even have a couple patches, buttons, and denim jackets for sale!

We were sold a switch lite that was missing screws, scratched screen,dusty ports . Went to return…read moreand we had to pay $20 to return it...how does that even make sense? Horrible service watch what you purchase.

Over the last 10 years or so I've bought a variety of old consoles and games from this location…read more He does charge eBay prices, so you will not get any bargains, but the selection of items available is far better than any other retro game store on the Island - and unlike eBay you will not wait weeks for an item to arrive in the mail. I would be happy to recommend this shop to anyone who appreciates classic old videogames.

I love a clean, organized, well-stocked thrift store - and Island Thrift delivers! Located a few…read moreblocks from the center of Oak Harbor, it's worth the slight detour to check out their wealth of treasures, all of which are well-marked, well-presented, and well-priced. They have everything from vintage knick knacks to toys to books to small furniture. And clothes, TONS of clothes, all organized by size, style, season...you name it. They also have a large selection of household items, like dishes, bedding, towels, and small appliances. One thing I really appreciate is that they have dressing rooms so you can try things on! Some larger thrift stores have done completely away with this option, and while I understand why, I appreciate the ones who still have them. The line can get a little long at the counter, so keep that in mind if you're there on a busy day. But if you want a great thrifting experience, and to support a lovely small town business, definitely give Island Thrift a try!

Came to this thrift store for the first time today and while I was looking through one of the racks…read moreone of the workers, an Asian woman with big eyeglasses came out of nowhere, practically running up on me and told me she was working on that rack. She looked very visibly angry when saying this. I apologized and told her that I genuinely thought this was one of the racks on display in the store and backed off it. I hadn't been here before so I didn't know the layout of the store. She didn't say anything to me after that and hurried off away? I tried to go through the rest of the store but, after that the vibe was just off and I had to leave. Not sure if I will come back. At least not for awhile. Overall the store is very organized and clean. The clothing selection isn't the most stylish but, they can't help want gets donated to them. Would have liked it more if my visit had been better.

so sick, love this place. i havent set up an account with their rental service yet, but i did buy a…read morefew dvds for an amazingly cheap price that were in GREAT condition!! a lot to choose from to rent and to buy!!

I have ordered two video sets through Audio Video Replay and in both cases it was an excellent…read moreexperience. The owner or manager is very friendly and was a pleasure to deal with. I would go back here if I am looking for a video or want something ordered. If I order it through AV Replay, I know I will get what I want. I recommend this business.