Record Stores in Austin, Texas

7 stores to explore

Spacious record store interior with high ceilings, hanging posters, and rows of wooden bins filled with vinyl records.

South Austin staple that always rewards a dig - roomy aisles, lots of bins, and real turnover. Brand-new releases sit beside out-of-print oddities, and the staff-pick section actually helps.

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Interior of a minimalist record store with black bins of vinyl records arranged on wooden stands.

Compact, tasteful, and dialed in - less bargain-bin marathon, more grabbing a few records you'll actually replay. Great add-on stop if you're already roaming East 6th and want modern picks without the overwhelm.

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Interior of Waterloo Records, a large record store with wide aisles and rows of wooden bins filled with vinyl records.

The Austin anchor shop. Big, bright, and built for long browses, with a serious new-vinyl wall and a steady calendar of in-stores. If you're doing one 'cover a ton in one stop' sweep, start here.

Everything - huge new release wall + broad catalog; strong Texas/locals
Interior of Breakaway Records, with rows of vinyl organized by genre, including a Metal section in the foreground.

North Loop mainstay with an easy flow - lots of singles, clearly labeled dividers, and sections that make sense fast. Solid whether you're a DJ chasing cuts or just vinyl-curious and building a stack.

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Interior of Sunshine Vinyl record shop with rows of neatly arranged bins full of records.

Stylish little East Side gem with a clear point of view - clean displays, themed collections, and a welcoming energy. Staff is good at turning you onto something new, and it's an easy stop if you're bringing a friend who's newer to records.

Contemporary pop/indie/dance + themed collections (Queer Icons, etc.)
Interior of Antone's Record Shop, with rows of bins filled with vinyl records organized by genre.

A little slice of Austin music history. Small footprint but packed with character - Texas blues and country up front, rock staples throughout, and the occasional collectible that surprises you.

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Interior of Love Wheel Records, a small record shop with orange and green painted walls.

Cozy, lived-in, and very Austin - the kind of place where a quick counter chat turns into a recommendation you actually trust. Used tags are friendly, the curation is thoughtful, and you'll usually leave with one sleeper you didn't plan on.

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