Classic South Side dig
Hyde Park Records
Chicago, Illinois
What to Expect
Deep, lived-in, and built for real digging. You'll be flipping for a while, then realize there's still another section you didn't touch. Great mix across genres, strong used stock, and plenty of chances to fill gaps without spending wild money.
Genres
SoulJazzHip-hopDiscoRockReggae
Best For
Long used wallsBack-stock vibesLate-day digs
Price Range
Varies
Bargain bins $1-3, Common used $8-20, New $25-40, Rarities $30-100+
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