Record Stores / Australia

Record Stores in Newcastle, Australia

6 record stores — last verified August 2026.

  • Abicus

    Open 10am–4pm today

    Darby Street (Cooks Hill) icon since 2000 - an independently curated destination for new vinyl alongside footwear and apparel (Blundstone, Birkenstock and more).

    1 source

  • Cooks Hill Books & Records

    Open Hours not listed

    Secondhand books and records shop in Cooks Hill, established 1985, with pre-loved vinyl arriving regularly across a wide range of genres.

    1 source

  • Famous Rock Shop

    Open Hours not listed

    Newcastle institution buying and selling vinyl for over 40 years, alongside alternative/skate fashion, footwear, CDs and concert tickets. Previously traded as The Rock Shop at the same Hunter Street address.

    1 source

  • Hiss & Crackle Records

    Open 10am–4pm today

    Newcastle music emporium in Wallsend since 2019: new and pre-loved vinyl sourced globally, plus vintage clothing, band merch, books and zines, with an in-store stage for free live music. Merged with Rudderless Records (Newcastle West) in late 2025.

    2 sources

  • Maru Hi-Fi

    Open Hours not listed

    Listening bar and restaurant in Newcastle West's Midtown Precinct, built around a 10,000-strong vinyl collection and hi-fi sound system. Live jazz/soul Wed, BYO-record night Thu, all-vinyl Fri, guest-selector Sat. Open Wed-Sun into the late evening.

    2 sources

  • Snafu Records

    Open Hours not listed

    Record store in Newcastle West, on the Stewart Avenue end of Hunter Street next to Sourdough Baker.

    2 sources

Frequently asked questions

How many record stores are in Newcastle, Australia?

Newcastle, Australia has 6 record stores in the directory, last verified August 2026.

Are the record stores in Newcastle independently verified?

1 of the 6 record stores in Newcastle carry our "Verified" stamp, meaning at least two independent, dated sources back the listing.

Are there listening bars or vinyl cafes in Newcastle?

Yes — 5 of Newcastle's record stores double as a bar, cafe, or combo space: Abicus, Cooks Hill Books & Records, Famous Rock Shop, Hiss & Crackle Records, Maru Hi-Fi.