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Brooklyn: Greenpoint to Williamsburg
Bargain bins outside Academy's Greenpoint annex, listening stations at Captured, Earwax's working 8-track players, and two DJ-minded East Williamsburg shops, including Human Head, widely called one of NYC's best.
City Route · 6 stops · about 3.0 miles. The stops are spread across a city. Plan on a rideshare, bike, transit or a short drive between shops. What do route types mean?
The 6 stops
1. Academy Record Annex
Huge Greenpoint annex with bargain bins lined up outside and a vast, well-organized new-and-used selection.
Tip: It's a bit of a walk from the Bedford Ave stop — worth the trip for the size of the selection.
242 Banker St, Brooklyn, NY 11222, USA
Hours
Monday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Tuesday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Wednesday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM 2. Brooklyn Record Exchange
Small, meticulously organized Greenpoint shop with clean condition grading and a strong electronic/house section.
Tip: They also buy collections with a seller discount program — ask if you're looking to sell.
87 Guernsey St, Brooklyn, NY 11222, USA
Hours
Monday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Tuesday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Thursday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Friday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Saturday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Sunday 12:00 - 8:00 PM 3. Captured Record Shop
Spacious, well-curated Greenpoint shop with two listening stations and an outstanding 7-inch singles wall.
Tip: Bring cash if you can — a few reviewers report recurring card-processing hiccups.
718 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222, USA
Hours
Monday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Tuesday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Thursday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Friday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Saturday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Sunday 12:00 - 8:00 PM 4. Earwax Records
Beloved Bedford Ave shop with working 8-track players, handwritten staff picks, and a genuinely no-pressure browsing vibe.
Tip: Read the staff recommendation cards taped around the shop — regulars say the picks are excellent.
339 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11211, USA
Hours
Monday 11:30 AM - 6:30 PM Tuesday 11:30 AM - 6:30 PM Wednesday 11:30 AM - 6:30 PM Thursday 11:30 AM - 6:30 PM Friday 11:30 AM - 6:30 PM Saturday 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday 12:00 - 6:30 PM 5. Human Head Records
Widely called one of the best record stores in NYC, with deep house, disco, soul, and jazz bins plus multiple listening stations.
Tip: Don't skip the $2 bins — regulars say real gems turn up even there.
289 Meserole St, Brooklyn, NY 11206, USA
Hours
Monday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Tuesday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Thursday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Friday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Saturday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Sunday 12:00 - 8:00 PM 6. Archivio Records
DJ-focused shop with a serious electronic and house selection and an in-store sound system built for the music.
Tip: A must for DJs — the electronic selection here is considered among the city's best.
55 Meadow St, Brooklyn, NY 11206, USA
Hours
Monday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Tuesday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Friday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Saturday 12:00 - 8:00 PM Sunday 12:00 - 8:00 PM
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