Record Stores in New Haven, Connecticut
2 record stores — last verified July 2026.
- Elm City Sounds
New Haven's first record shop since Cutler's closed in 2012 -- curated jazz, soul, funk, reggae, punk and rock vinyl from owner Chris Della Ragione's collection, in the Westville arts district.
2 sources
- Grails
Vinyl sanctuary at the Shops at Yale with near-mint originals, ultra-limited pressings, and a Scholars Program funding tuition-free music education for New Haven public school students.
2 sources
Greater New Haven
Record stores in the cities and towns around New Haven.
Branford, CT
- Exile on Main Street
Independent record store in Branford since 1993, just east of New Haven -- new and used CDs, vinyl LPs and music DVDs across all genres with a rock specialty, plus special orders.
3 sources
Wallingford, CT
- Redscroll Records
Central Connecticut record shop specializing in underground music and culture, with a huge focus on new and used vinyl plus CDs, cassettes and odd formats; active Record Store Day participant.
3 sources
Milford, CT
- Static Era Records
Milford record shop on the shoreline between New Haven and Bridgeport -- vinyl, CDs and cassettes spanning new releases, pre-orders and used stock, plus turntables, apparel, books and zines.
3 sources
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Frequently asked questions
How many record stores are in New Haven, Connecticut?
New Haven, Connecticut has 2 record stores in the directory, last verified July 2026.
Are the record stores in New Haven independently verified?
2 of the 2 record stores in New Haven carry our "Verified" stamp, meaning at least two independent, dated sources back the listing.