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Comments (167)
Great old school record shop! Good selection of used and new records. Have found some stuff here I have been searching for. Stop by and see what you can find!
I love this store! I have driven all the way from Hillcrest to purchase records. Not only because the record selection but the staff is so much cooler than the other options around here.
I always pop in here whenever in town. I mainly do vintage records, and while they have a good amount of vintage and used, this is where I go if I want to find a new recent pressing of an older record that I cant find for a fair price. Jazz section always has some good new pressings of older gems always around $20. Downside is, you arent going to find anything sealed here really, as they take the vinyl out of every record and keep it stored behind the desk in the backroom. Would prefer to open some of these myself and dont know of any other stores in California that have this procedure, but is what it is I guess.
One of my favorite places anywhere, great record store.
Always the best place to find all vinyl, cassettes, CDs, and Beyond! Ken is the owner and just one of the most genuine honest good dude that will go out of his way to get you what you want. And if Ken doesnt have the item you want he will get you a copy quick. This place has not only the generic radio play barf music, he can get you the rarest of the rare albums that you would dream of having. Spin is the place to fix your fix of music. Thats all I got peace!
Great place for new and used CDs and vinyl.
I picked up a Jazz vinyl, which was the original issue in 1950s. Worth for vinyl collector to check that out.
The prices of cds and vinyls are competitive and they have a really helpful staff. They have more than just music also a bit of memorabilia and nightmare before christmas toys. Really cool record store check em out if you visit Carlsbad.
Always great to go to this record store.
Cool place, Thay have A LOT of records, CDs, Tapes and 8 Traks, yes 8 Traks. I got Frankie Goes To Hollywood - Relax. Thay also sell sleeves if you need new ones for your records. I got a couple for my Dr. Demento records. Its a full 2 hour radio show complete with commercials. Dr. Demento sent it to me in 1989
Awesome Record Store! Found some really cool Vinyls!! Thanks for your great service!!!
Spin is a staple of this city. Historic record shop with a great selection of vinyl.
I recently moved to Carlsbad. It didnt take long for this place to be one of my favorite local shops. Not only is it like walking through a time warp every time you walk through the door but the staff all are very nice and helpful.
Pretty cool place, loved the stuff I found in there. Got a couple records myself and worth every penny. The only thing is that its a little bit too crowded space wise. I get they want to put out as much as possible, but its a little overwhelming and I couldnt focus on just one thing. Pretty cool items though, range from shirts to pop figures to records and CDs. Loved it overall
Great selection and devotion of the staff
Fantastic old school record store. Be prepared to gawk at musical treasures from floor to ceiling and your ears will titillate from the most likely unfamiliar but soothing sounds emanating throughout the store. Carlsbad Village has changed a lot from the time I was in high school (nearly 20 years ago) but this store has kept true to what makes it great. A huge selection of vinyl, cassette tapes, music VHS & DVDs (both official and bootlegs), band shirts, stickers, posters, vinyl box sets, CDs, and most importantly, one of the best record store staff you will encounter. Its not a huge space like Amoeba or Rasputin, but honestly, that is what makes this place all the more special. I have never been disappointed in over the 25 years of visiting this shop. The owner is super cool. When I have shopped here with my friend, who is wheelchair bound and has cerebral palsy, the owner does not flinch and offers to help with anything we may need while being very respectful. With that being said, the aisles are a little tight but can accommodate a single regular wheelchair. Just be prepared to back up slowly and definitely have someone around to help guide you between the aisles.
Small/medium music shop in Carlsbad Village. Half the store is vinyl and other half is CDs. Most people go for the vinyl. Small selection of stickers/patches/collectibles. Pretty good selection of 45s. I hate to give 4 stars, but prices are a little steep on a lot of items.
Very nice place, they have a large selection of albums, cds and tapes and so many more, great customer service, every one was helpful.
Top notch shop. The best place to kill time and discover new music. Great staff, incredible selection of new and used.
Lots of genres. cd’s, cassettes, and records they have it all, today I bought awaken my love by childish gambino and stanktona by outkast My only issue is that it’s disorganized and you get lost pretty easily, but I found the stuff that I wanted after a bit. Will be going again any time soon. (When I have to money of course)
They have a huge selection of a ton of different genres. Their record inventory is extremely impressive and pretty well priced. Stopped by and had positive interactions with multiple staff members. This spot is a gem!
This has to be my favorite record shop HANDS DOWN. Great prices and selection. I come here after surfing all the time, and always walk away with something new. KEEP VINYL ALIVE!
Spin Records is the ultimate in the audiophile experience. They have a massive inventory of vinyl, CDs and tapes spanning all genres. New AND used, classics and recent. The staff is SUPER KNOWLEDGEABLE and helpful. You could easily spend hours diving into the stacks to find your gems. If you are new to town or passing through, make SURE you stop in and browse a bit (locals already know!). Oh, make sure you pick up a tee-shirt, too!
Little tight walking around but a pretty wide range of selection. Cool little record store!
Awesome place! Very cool selection. Fair prices. Cool employees. Highly recommend!
For hardcore record collectors the store is not so great although it is really large its really for people who are looking more for just new records that they could buy online but they just want to pick up there and maybe some odds and ends as far as CDs or maybe DVDs its good for that but not for a hardcore record collector you better off just shopping online or going to standards records in Vista I would recommend that
This place is awesome. Best record store anywhere. As an Ohioan I have been going there every time I am in the Carlsbad area. I have been there at least 15 times now over the years and am glad Spin is still going strong when most record stores have disappeared. Special place. Well run, and you can find or preview whatever youd like. Spin are meticulous curators of music and document all the new releases in the tiniest of print on a white board as you walk in. In love the passion the staff have for all music and anytime I am in the area, I will be coming back to visit my favorite record store in the U.S. I first set foot in Spin at age 16. 22 years later I just keep going back to see what else I might discover. Each visit is like being transported back in time. The music may change, but Spin stays the same!
Great new and used record store in Carlsbad. Store is crammed full with records and CDs, and selection was pretty great. Vinyl selection was geared mostly to rock, but they also have a good selection of reggae. Prices are a little high on some of the used vinyl but they seem pretty selective about what they buy so that justifies it somewhat.
This shop has records I’d never thought I’d find.It’s my favorite spot in north county.The owner is a really chill guy who helped me fix my turntable for free and offered to let me bring it back if it was working right. SUPER COOL.The employees there are incredibly knowledgeable and many of them have their own bands and vinyls in the shop. I suggest picking up the local band The Gift Machine. A chick who works there will show you right where to find it and listens to your taste pointing out things that you may have never heard of but when you listen, it’s a true gift of hers (no pun intended). Ask for Alanna. She’s always been down to show me things I never heard of and now are my favorites.I have hella love for this spot. From vinyls, to classic cassettes, and demo cds you can’t find anywhere else.If you want something obscure, go here.Mad love for these guys
Thank you for a friendly and fun Record Store Day!!!
Good Cd and record store good prices for everything .
Super great place would recommend!!
Went into the shop to see if they had ANY MTV Unplugged CD’s and or records. The lady quickly told me she just sold the Nirvana unplugged. Great, I didn’t ask for what you sold, but rather what you have; which was nothing. She then asked if I wanted her to order me the CD/record online. Ummm, I think I can do that on my own. Thanks tho.
No room to walk with only a handful of people in the store, the new records are opened, the used records are on the floor in hard to get to places and over-priced, the staff didnt really seem that friendly. I was looking forward to going, but dont really plan on going back.
Carlsbad best kept secret. A must stop for us anytime we head south to San Diego. Ive found some great stuff here, and their prices are beyond reasonable. The Staff is great and knowledgeable. One of my favorite record stores.
One of few places left that have genuine vinyl, tape and CDs for any collector. It is a little tight inside so suggest no strollers or anything that isnt necessary to bring in as the aisles are a bit tiny. Staff is helpful and know where things are so if youre looking for a specific artist they will know.
This is a MUST for any vinyl junkie!!I bought so many eclectic soundtracks from them.Little Miss Sunshine and Chris Mayfields, Superfly, to name 2. Very competitively priced compared to online!!!!!Nice collection of prized vinyl and collectible new Mondo records.Such a fun novelty shop, even if you do not buy records.Great atmosphere and helpful staff.Ordered a Chriss Joss record they did not have in stock, and they were happy to ship it to me in AZ!!
Great Staff, although dont trust their limited knowledge of Pressings (to be fair it is a rarity to have a shop that is good with that now). Wide selection, new vinyl is well displayed, however if you dont like bending to the floor, dont come here expecting used to be easily accessible.
Ive bought 3 different records from this store and all three have been warped. They take all of the new records out of their sleeves and store them in the back until you bring them the empty sleeve from the shelves. The selection here is good but it makes no sense to be opening up the new records, damaging them, and then still selling them as new/unopened quality records.
Great store, amazing selection and some nice rare gems. Staff was really laid back and friendly, overall just a great place to go.
Spin records is where it’s at found my Mac Dre. On vinyl rainbow splattered great morning to call guitar center only to have my slick Rick vinyls fail my order twice. Now I was against calling F.Y.E. So I hit up spin record in less then a minute seconds it took I am telling it only took seconds for this smart Gal to take down my name and number and Order. Well call you when it gets in for 25.99 I am sold to spin records because of this professional girl she stays focused and on target 🎯
Great collection and bought the tshirt
I didnt even realize this place was in Carlsbad til the day i accidentally drove past it a few years bak. My bad cuz its a sik record store! And theyve been round 4evr. Al these years ive missed out. If your into an obsolete hobby as buying music anymore. Ha! Ive got my music app but i still support the cause and cd/record hunt. Pretty well organized here. Tight space but has everything genre speaking. Cd, vinyl, cassette, live documentaries, box sets, shirts, movies etc. The prices are kinda depending on what your gettn. Gets high but Have deal cds, and the price goes up in how well known the group is or rare the album is. Great location near other shops and food walking distance. Im jus glad they are still around! Record stores are slim in choice now days. Support your local record store!
This is a great little record store. The purchasing vinyl feels like a blockbuster rental, the sleeves are empty and you pick up your copy at the register.
Amazing selection and staff. If you want any record, CD, or a selection of collectibles old an new, then its well worth a visit here.
Great selection of music, especially vinyl. Staff seemed attentive and helpful and prices were usually clearly marked.
Friendly and knowledgeable. Buy and sell cds lps and more. Their prices are competitive. Mostly INDIE ROCK PUNK blues metal country progressive ska hip hop alternative oldies REGGAE(vinyl/cd).
I love the fact that they STILL have the interpersonal relationship with the public. You can browse for your favorite music and not be disappointed when you cant find a song/record then youre stuck on hold, waiting for someone who has no clue about music...
Had a giant selection of old school rap and if i had more time i would definitely dig through the bins of records they had
Spin records is now a Carlsbad institution. Go say hi to Ken and his crew and fercryinoutloud buy some music! I always dig through the used LPs and CDs for hidden treasures. As youre digging, you might realize that everything feels a little light. The actual discs are behind the counter. But dont let that scare you, let it free you!
This is my favorite spot to get records. Lovely staff and has a great collection.
Fantastic selection and very friendly staff. Always a hidden gem to find.
Great variety good service, I little overpriced in my opinion but Im from the Midwest so everything looks overpriced to me in Southern California
Great staff here! They are knowledgeable and can help you find any kind of music. If they dont have it, theyll order it for you. LOVE Spin Records!!
Spin has been in Carlsbad for decades and at this convenient location for quite a long time. A huge selection of used CDs, very friendly, helpful, knowledgable service. Also posters and related items.
I have been shopping at Spin for 20 years. They have a great selection of vinyl and cds as well as very good prices.
Spin records is great! Friendly staff, fair prices, and a large variety of new and used records, including many hard to get special editions.
Great prices. Large selection. But for record store owners they forgot to be really arrogant. :p
Fun place to find the soundtrack of your life. New and used music, and Record store day finds here too.🤘
They SUX!!! First time going in there, and hardly had ANY Dance/House/Techno music!!! What they did have had dust all over the Cds!!!
Great selection of LPS, CDs and music related articles. Reasonable pricing and great people working there. Support your local music store.
Classic SD record store. Always worth the stop. Large selection with decent amount of vinyl rarities. Worth your time.
This place is a little crowded with music, if you get claustrophobic I dont recommend it. Staff is nice and there is wide variety of CDs, vinyl, cassettes and even DVDs.
Nice small record store, good selection, lots of vinyl and a selection of retro and current band and other stickers.
Large selectipn of new and used vinyl. Shop employees were friendly and helpful. Love this store.
Heavy with Coltrane and Miles, which I love. During summer, its muggy and almost unbearable to be inside. Poor ventilation. Decent selection.
Great selection of vinyls, they had nearly everything I was looking for.
Great place! First visit here my wife and I found some vinyl we have been looking for!
Been my favorite record store for over 10 years and they are super fair with pricing / trade-ins.
I have been a long time customer, every one that works there is always nice and friendly. If you are looking for something not in stock, its usually something they can special order.
Genuine fxcking record store. my go to spot always has some hidden treasure.
Tons of records in a small place. Pricey. Actual vinyl is held separately from the cover; which doesnt allow you to immediately see the condition, and seems it would be a waste of time.
Great staff, AMAZING selection of vinyl and CD’s - I love this place!
Awesome little record store. CDs, LPs, and more. Good to see places like this are still around.
Greatest record store ever. A must stop by locals and travellers. Great store Tees for only $7.00.
Great place to get records, tapes, and yes. Little more on the price side but everything in great condition
Great vinyls. R&B and rap too!!
One of the best records shops Ive ever been to definitely worth a visit.
Legendary music store. Kind owner and staff that’s knowledgeable. Love that they’re still open.
Love Spin! I try to stop weekly. The perfect spot for rare cds. Going back right now
Good selection. Had a decent amount of clearance records for great prices.
Great friendly staff. Always good music playing. Great collection. Very knowledgeable.
Best Record Shop In Southern California ! Hands down, amazing staff and awesome music!
Love this Place plenty of CDs vinyl great selection of Insence name it great
Pretty good selection of new vinyl but used stuff is over priced.
Nice
Great little independent record store. I highly recommend it!
Great spot for vinyl LPs amd EPs, CDs, cassettes and merchandise.
This is a great little gem of a record store. So much vinyl!
Bought 6 vinyl for 13.99 ea. i thought a great price,nice peeps too
Lots of vinyl and hard to find cds and videos. Reminds me of old 1970s record stores!
The staff is always helpful! They have great selections and rare finds:)
Good variety, bit expensive but still worth going if youre willing to pay a lot
Great selection of records from the 60s on
Love this store, always find good stuff and its affordable.
Really cool place in Csrlsbad. They have CDs and cassettes. Neato
Great place to find music! I find all kinds of rare and hard to find music!
Theyre always very kind, and helpful..And decent prices!
I enjoy traveling to come here. Found what I wanted on this trip. Love it
I always go in looking for one record and end up leaving with 5 others. Love Spin Records xoxo
Cute little record store. Good prices
Hard to park in lot with most spaces reserved for others but records start at 50c.
Knowledgeable staff. Small, well stocked with vinyl and CDs.
Great selections but dont have everything
Great selection of vinyl
Absolutely love this place... Got my first record from here
Lots of records and CDs and really cool old school memorabilia
I ALWAYS come back home with something, they just have it all!
Excellent
Great 9ld school record store awsonevprices and friendly staff
Hard to find items are here! Or they will find it for you!
Best record store in north county
The staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. They will always help you find what you are looking for.
Has everything youre looking for, and the prices are great!
Classic record store... Found items I thought I would never find.
Great selection of music definitely going back
Classic vintage record cd dvd music store.
Crazy old school vinyl and the latest LP, records and tapes, like back in the day!
Awesome old school record store.
Great selection and fun vibe.
Great selection, Great service, fantastic prices!
They usually have what Im looking for. They are helpful.
Great selections
Lots of rare stuff, prices on new stuff not competitive.
I make a trek here everytime Im in town.
Great selection, best selection around.
They always have what i am looking for.
Really good albums mindt and repop
Large selection of used CDs and vinyl.
Good selection, but overpriced :/
Old School Record Shop, whats not to love?
Always have R&b I want.
Great vinyl selection
Excellent selection
Had everything and more than what we were looking for.
Very good selection
Great prices and selections
Awesome vintage vinyl
Always a good time spent here!
Seems to have decent selection
Very friendly and always helpful
You can find rear stuff
Best record store ever
Nice spot, but overpriced.
Always a great experience
Always worth a visit
The ultimate music hub
Great selection!!
Great selection.
Good amount of vynil
Awesome selection
Great store
Support local business!
Great service!!!!
Music lovers lane
Giant selection
Awesome place
4.7 (167 comments)
Review №1
2022-04-11Accessibility: there is a ramp to get up to the store but once you are there, it is not wheelchair accessible Inside at all. The store isles are so thin I barely fit through walking. I had to pass by another person at one point and my body literally touched theirs because we could not fit through without touching. No way a wheelchair would make it through here. I am an ambulatory wheelchair user so I know. It is also very loud inside with the music turned up high, so if you need a more quiet environment, bring ear plugs.Masks: some of the employees wear masks and some dont. Most guests now are not wearing masks, but I have seen some wear them (as of 4-10-22).Experience: one of the records I bought here skips on the two record players I have so I called the store and let them know. A really nice woman answered and told me I can come return it for store credit or they can order me a new one! Wow, fantastic service! This is what makes a record store great. When I came in to talk with them about this record, a woman named Sara was incredibly helpful and kind. Thanks so much! I really appreciate this. I will definitely be back to support a business that is nice to their customers.
Review №2
2021-12-14Great place have come here when Im in town several times great selection of vinyl and sell t-shirts, record players. This visit i got these records.
Review №3
2022-08-03Whatever vinyl youre looking for, I highly recommend this store. They also have very unusual items. Worth the trip!!
Review №4
2022-04-08Katie is awesome, I called to see if they had a vinyl Ive been looking for in stock. She said they didnt but she would call me if it came in. She was so kind, and when it came in, she called me, we are super excited to have found this great shop!! Great communication, great prices, and clearly great stock
Review №5
2022-03-26Great selection, great vibe, and also many opportunities for unique colored vinyls! When you go over to the counter the staff inspect the record and handle it with great care. Couldnt ask for anything more! Prices are ~$20 for most things which is also expectable at this point in time.
Review №6
2022-05-06I like the selection for older rock/punk A lot of late 70s early 80s punk/alternative offerings. You can find some gems in the Blues and Funk sections. I havent browsed through the Jazz too much as my dad has a good collection of old Jazz albums, I dont like the classical selection, but I find that other record stores Ive looked at are light on classical. It is a better place for buying new prints re-released albums. They have a lot of used albums, but the used are not as well organized and I dont have as much patience sifting through used albums that arent easily accessible or sorted, but thats just me Im not a collector I like the ritual of putting an album on and listening to it.There is a large selection of new arrivals (used records) in a rack to sift through and a lot of piles of used records underneath the main racks for hunter/gatherer types.The staff is friendly, its a little packed in, but I like having a larger selection vs elbow room. I compared the selection to some other local stores and it seems better, lots of albums that I wouldnt expect to find new and artists that arent easy to find or under represented elsewhere.
Review №7
2021-04-15I love it here. Theyve been a welcome part of the Village for years. Small shop, mighty inventory. Disclaimer: I dont hate the Eagles but this picture by the registers made me laugh. Only Southern Californians are allowed to have strong Eagles opinions: thems the rules.
Review №8
2022-02-27Ive been to a few North County record stores and in my opinion, this place is the best. They have a great selection, they have awesome customer service and the prices are competitive. Will definitely return to this place for my music needs.
Review №9
2022-05-21Large selection of new and used CDs, LPs, Your basic long time local record store where you can browse through a wide variety of musical genres and selections well organized.
Review №10
2022-04-02They have so much. Its easy to spend a whole afternoon looking through everything. Ive easily bought over 300 albums here. The staff is always super friendly and helpful.