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LA Genre Deep-Dive
From deep-discount jazz bargains to a Hollywood soundtrack institution.
Car Crawl · 4 stops · about 22.3 miles. The stops are spread across a metro area or several towns. Plan on driving between shops. What do route types mean?
The 4 stops
1. Record Surplus
Reliable deep-discount digging with a strong jazz and soul selection.
Tip: Skip the touristy Hollywood shops and come here first for real bargains.
12436 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025, USA
Hours
Monday 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM Tuesday 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM Wednesday 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM Thursday 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM Friday 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday 11:30 AM - 7:00 PM 2. The Record Parlour
Hollywood institution since 1989 with a genuinely great soundtrack section.
Tip: They restock mailers — bring yours in to reuse and cut down on shipping costs.
6408 Selma Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA
Hours
Monday 10:30 AM - 11:30 PM Tuesday 10:30 AM - 11:30 PM Wednesday 10:30 AM - 11:30 PM Thursday 10:30 AM - 11:30 PM Friday 10:30 AM - 11:30 PM Saturday 10:30 AM - 11:30 PM Sunday 10:30 AM - 11:30 PM 3. Going Underground Records
Widely cited as one of LA's best-curated new-and-used shops.
Tip: Check the new-arrivals bins often — turnover is fast and well-picked.
356 1/2 E 2nd St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, 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 4. Nivessa Vinyl Records
Friendly neighborhood shop with vinyl, CDs, and DVDs across every genre.
Tip: The owner remembers regulars — a good spot to build a relationship for future finds.
5770 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019, USA
Hours
Monday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Tuesday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Wednesday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Thursday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Friday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Hours and details come from public listings and may have changed. Small shops often keep short or irregular hours, so check or call before a long trip. See something wrong? Use Still open? in the app and we will look into it.
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