I've been going to Vinyl Junkies for years, and I can easily spend hours flipping through their bins. The only thing I'd like to see improved is a little more consistency with grading on the used records. I recently bought a $70 used record and, after getting home, noticed a pretty significant scratch. To be fair, I should have taken the time to open the sleeve and inspect the record before buying it, so I take some responsibility for that. That said, I do think it would be helpful if noticeable flaws were pointed out, especially on higher-priced records. Even just knowing that a record is VG rather than assuming it's in better condition would make a difference. Overall, I've always enjoyed shopping at Vinyl Junkies and will definitely continue going back. This is really more of a suggestion than a major complaint--I just think a little more consistency with grading would make an already great record-buying experience even better. read more

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First time purchasing a few Records from Vinyl Junkies.. Had them shipped to Iowa, Great price & they shipped them in a mighty mailer for extra protection and they arrived in great condition within a reasonable timeframe.. However incurred a minor issue at no fault to the store, inner sleeves were missing, this was a known issue from the record producer on this particular release, worked with Jules at Vinyl Junkies and she worked diligently with their supplier to make things right, took a bit but she got it done and shipped them right away free of charge and in perfect condition.. If you're looking for great service on your next vinyl purchase look no further, these guys and gals are great and they stand by what they sell.. Thanks Vinyl Junkies! & Thank you Jules for completing my album's.. ~ Jason read more

This is a small and funky vinyl shop with a fair amount of used CDs. In fact, they have more used CDs here than just about anywhere else I have ever seen, other than at Amoeba in Los Angeles. They also have old cassette tapes, too, if you are a weirdo and a masochist. There are three rooms to explore and a little courtyard in between them all. I have to believe this space was a coffee house or something like that in a different life. The vinyl record collection is the emphasis, as it should be, and it is well-organized. There is some organization to some of the CDs but many of them are just stacked here and there. That is ok. If you are a musical dinosaur like some of us, some of the fun is in the hunt itself. The only drag is parking. Street parking is your only option and it is rough. The good news is there are some cool other shops in this area to explore, like books, beer, food, etc. Well worth a visit for music fans. read more

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Vinyl Junkies is one of the best record shops in the San Diego area for crate digging! There is no parking lot here but a lot of street parking all around the area. Inside, they have a nice setup with additional crates for digging in their patio area. The vinyls here are very nicely organized by genres and artists and are all priced fairly. All of the staff are also friendly and welcoming. I browsed around for a good couple hours and found a lot of gems. I ended up picking up a Miles Davis, Ryo Fukui, and Stan Getz vinyls for my growing jazz collection and called it a day. I will definitely be back for some more crate digging next time I am in the area! read more

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Coming here the day after Christmas was probably a mistake because it was packed! But I had a great time browsing the records and cds at Vinyl Junkies. The entrance leads to a small building but there are two additional areas with more music to browse. They have a lot of different genres. I know my husband was particularly pleased with their metal collection. read more

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They got a really good selection. Everywhere else I went to I didn't know what CD they were selling. But here I got Deftones, Megadeth, and Avenged Sevenfold. And when I asked for help to look, the dude helped and liked searched their inventory so it's easy to find stuff in there. They were around 12-18$ read more

this record store offers a wide selection of new and used vinyl, cassettes, and CDs, with a well-organized and curated collection in the front and a "digger's den" in the back for finding hidden gems. Great location and adorable neighborhood read more

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Great selection of records of all price ranges. Lots of new and used CDs and vinyl to choose from. The vibes in the shop are immaculate and they have a great website! read more

Great selection here at the Vinyl Junkies house! Whenever I'm in San Diego I make plans to have time here to pore over all they have to offer.. Great Dark Wave and Post Punk vinyl, I also found great soundtrack albums - Studio Ghibli! My record player was also purchased from here too.. Sigh! My wallet bleeds.. read more

Sooo many great records to choose from. They have a great selection in this funky store! Helpful staff too. I noticed how organized it was too. You don't have to spend a fortune either because they have great deals read more

I've been going here for years and they definitely have a good selection, some stuff not so common. The prices are way too high though on anything I recently looked at. Pull up Discogs when you're in here, and make sure you look up the right version. I just bought a record for $45 I could get for $25 online, the high end price on Discogs is $30, you're selling for $45? This was in their used selection where they bought from individuals, so I'm sure they got a killer deal. I thought it was a different version when I bought it, should've taken more time looking over specifics. Typically I'll go into the majority of local shops and find records for a better deal than I can find online, which makes financial sense. I can't find anything here cheaper than Discogs plus shipping. Give me an incentive to spend my hard earned money here. Update: Returned the record without issue, managed professionally. I updated my rating to reflect my feelings about the business. I'm accountable for not spotting the price discrepancy earlier, always be aware and don't over pay. read more

I love this store!! What a hidden gem. We stumbled upon it while waiting for Mothership down the street. Parking is a little tricky in the area, so I would recommend trying to do street parking in the neighborhoods. This place is jam packed with every genre. From today's top artists to oldies, each section is sorted by kind of music. Prices are pretty reasonable and fair. Nothing too crazy. This local business has been around for about 8 yrs now! So glad I was able to find it. I'll definitely be back! They also buy used vinyls!! Great option for those downsizing their collections. read more

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A real record & recording store for music lovers. Special discovery finding a true music lovers store.

Service was simple and quick. The selection was great according to my son who is a collector of old and new music. Value was good, retail not overpriced. read more

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Super cool spot, great mix of used, new and rare. Also has everything you need for equipment. One of best big checks in city and staff was helpful. read more

Vinyl Junkie is heaven for vinyl lovers. The store is very colorful and inviting. The set up is very unique. You can spend hours looking thru the front room and the back room. Everyone who works there is knowledgeable and helpful and friendly. I went there on a Sunday and they had a DJ . Sometimes their prices is higher than other record stores in the area . read more

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Great collection of vinyls. New used and everything in between. Find something you like get it cause it might not be there tomorrow. Can't wait to go back! read more

Recently reached out to vinyl junkies regarding my vinyl records. Very impressed with the service and I appreciate the help and value that was given regarding opinions and support on who to further gather information from. I appreciate the help guidance and support. Thank you again. read more

My husband and I wanted to check out some vinyls for our record player so we decided to head over here. It's a pretty cool spot where there's two areas. The entrance section where it has a newer selection versus the separate back area with deals on older, used vinyls. My husband and I had fun looking through many and bought quite a bit. Personally, I've been here twice. We went a second time bc a couple of our records weren't playing due to scratches. I emailed the store and received a response to come back so they can check it out. They kindly tested both records and gave some tips. We kept the records and bought more. Definitely a cool spot to check out if you're in the area and in need of some vinyls! read more

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Great mix of old stuff and new stuff. Cool people there, very reasonable. Free records in bin out front and cheap used in the shack out back! read more

5* for Vinyl Junkies for hosting a free in-store for my favorite band No Knife! I used to live not so far from Vinyl Junkies when I lived in North Park but never made it in. Glad I finally did as I saw a really cool record store! I don't play records but am glad there's a place like this for people who do. read more

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Retro record shop that has probably everything you can think of. Fun thing is during thr South Park Walkabout they always feature a really cool band in their courtyard. read more

had a shipping hiccup but the store's customer service is top notch. I was assured that everything would work out, any damage would be dealt with and replaced. They would take care of me no matter what. When buying vinyl this is very reassuring. Turned out my package survive ld a trip around the country unscathed. Because of the service i received i will shop this store first! read more

I recently visited Vinyl Junkies as a first-time buyer, excited to get into vinyl. While the store seemed well-stocked, I had a pretty disappointing experience with the staff. I called a few times to ask questions about turntables and speaker options, trying to make the right choice before spending a few hundred dollars. Instead of being helpful or welcoming to someone new to the vinyl world, I was met with a rude, condescending tone--especially during my final call. When I asked a perfectly fair question about why their price for the U-Turn Orbit Plus (without a preamp) was $100 more than usual, the staff member gave a short, dismissive answer and ultimately told me they'd just cancel and refund my order. I hadn't even committed to a return--I was trying to upgrade my system with them. It was disappointing, because I had hoped a local vinyl shop would be more supportive to beginners instead of pushing them away. I ended up taking my business elsewhere. If you're new to vinyl and looking for guidance, I'd recommend finding a shop that's more patient and welcoming. First impressions matter. read more

Preordered a record on the site. They clearly didn't have access to it and never even notified me that they weren't sending it. I called in two months after it was supposed to be shipped. I didn't preorder elsewhere (why have two copies) and then it was just treated as a 'ho-hum' by the staff. Now, it is impossible to get the title. Don't trust them with preorders if you actually want the record. read more

This review is for an online order from the website. Absolutely fantastic service and perfect shipping. So happy with my new LP will definitely stop by to say hello when I'm next in San Diego read more

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I had a good experience with the people here. The owner is a Broker for old Records. I found out I had Rare Records; I had no idea. They pay in cash on the spot for most Records. The selection looks like Brand New Vinal. Thank you. read more

Great selection of vinyls, found some hidden gems in the back bins & very friendly staff.

My brother was in town and suggested we check out this place. This small record store is located in the Hipsterville part of San Diego. Apparently vinyls are coming back and demand went way up. Before entering the store, you might find a stack of free 33s and 45s outside for your taking. Due to COVID restrictions, a certain amount of people are allowed inside at a time. If it is full to capacity, it might take about a 15-20 minute wait time. Once inside you can take some gloves they have to use to rummage through the vinyl. There's two parts in this place. The front: newer vinyl releases and some popular used ones. You can find anything from Taylor Swift to Guns and Roses. But the real treasure trove is in the back, known as the den. In the den you can find some value vinyls and it is basically a treasure hunt. You can find some good deals on used albums from $3-5. There are some available here for more as well. You'll find them categorized by classic rock, jazz, soul, indie, etc. I usually find something good to buy here. Staff is also very knowledgeable and friendly. I'd be coming back. read more

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Such a great little gem in the middle of South Park's bustling commercial neighborhood. Vinyl Junkies has a great selection of records to choose from whether you're looking for something classic or something that just came out last week. If they don't have what you're looking for, they can order it online for you and will give you a call for you to pick up when it's ready. Staff is knowledgeable and friendly, and they helped my husband choose a needle to fix my record player since it's been outta commission for a year :( thankfully they had the specific piece I needed for $10 and it's now running smoothly! Street parking here can be tough to find sometimes but this shop is totally worth it. And!! They have a patio space behind the store and another small room that has used vinyls for sale. Really cool and fun to check out! read more

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You just feel cooler walking into this place. The vibes are immaculate. Whatever decade or genre you're looking for they probably have a taste. They also have a special section with more rare finds. I'm not a collector, I just enjoy browsing and stopped in with friends who said it's one of their favorite record shops in SD. If I need a gift for a music lover, this will definitely be my first stop! read more

Quaint and beautiful little vinyl record store. Had a great selection, even some hard to find vinyls. The value for the records are priced fairly. Depends on what you're looking for. Collected the Kendrick Lamar Untitled Vinyl and Anderson Paak Malibu Vinyl which is difficult to find for a great price! Definitely coming back to look for more! Try it out for yourself. read more

Deep and diverse selection of records with a friendly atmosphere and at reasonable prices. Everything you could possibly want in a record store. In addition to some crate digging in their $5 and under section (some *sweet* stuff in there), I finally found a copy of a specific record after being on the hunt for one for quite a while now. Great experience, excited to come back. read more

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I seriously love this place so much. I visited for my first time today and it was super therapeutic being in here. There's something really cute and cozy about this place and it has a homely feel, but it also has a lot of character. Upon entering and looking around for a short period of time, Heather at the cashier register was interactive with me, helpful, and made me feel really welcomed. She was really cool and made my experience even more comfortable there. She even allowed me to play an album on the store speakers to see if I would wanna buy the vinyl! I also had the opportunity to speak with another employee here and they were also extremely nice. Nice employees always make me wanna come visit more & these people definitely make me wanna come back! Vinyl Junkies has a really great vinyl selection. I ended up picking up a Khruangbin, A Tribe Called Quest, and a Gorillaz vinyl, but there were so many other vinyls that I really wanted that I will definitely come back for. If you're starting out completely new with your vinyl collection, they also sell vinyl players, speakers, and other cool knick knacks in the store! In addition to the main part of the store, there's also an outside patio out back as well as a little add-on room that has even more vinyls, but for cheap (ranging from Indie to Soul Funk to International to Classic Rock). The outdoor back patio totally looks like such a chill and fun place to hang out while being surrounded by so much good music. You already know I'll be there when all this COVID madness is over with! Overall, I would absolutely come here again. As a matter of fact, I want this to be my primary vinyl shop I go to as a regular! I love this place and will definitely tell all my music loving friends to go here :) read more

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Very nice used selection, price and condition! Nice Vibes New records are pricey, I recommend finding used at a fraction of the price. read more

Service: Friendly and outgoing. Amazing people Selection: A wide variety of so many genres, even found albums I was hoping to get one day Value: a lot of money, but that's cause many are brand new read more

One of my fave vinyl record shops in SD! They have a wide variety and I've also been seeing more KPOP in their new arrivals which is nice

I love Vinyl Junkies! I've found some rare, old and new records so if you go there and can't find something, go back because they're always restocking a couple of times a month! A lot of businesses aren't using the proper COVID care but VJ definitely is. They're keeping the capacity at minimum so if you want to take your time browsing, go during the week instead. Don't forget to check the back!! It's where the vintage stuff is read more

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Just received my online order from them! I was a bit skeptical since ive been burned before buying from vinyl shop websites but this place was great. I had no issues, got my vinyl even earlier than expected and its in perfect condition. Thanks Vinyl Junkies! ​:) read more

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One of my favorite places to go crate digging. Small shop, LARGE selection. Small patio area to hang out and chill. The room in the back of the store had some older hard to find vinyls. You just have to take your time and really crate dig. The girl working the counter was such a gem! She truly cared about your purchase and had lots of knowledge in music. She made some great recommendations that I actually liked and ended up taking home. Great customer service and it always feels good to support small business. read more

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