Record Stores in Detroit, Michigan
10 record stores — last verified July 2026.
- The 37th Shield Library
Eastern Market pop-up-turned-shop trading new and used vinyl, CDs, movies, and books on a buy/sell/trade/consignment model, with new stock weekly.
2 sources
- Detroit Music Center
Longtime underground/vinyl retailer on Detroit's west side, self-described leader in underground music since 1980; new and used LPs, CDs, cassettes and mixtapes.
1 source
- Ginkgo Records
Curated vinyl nook operating inside 27th Letter Books in Corktown; noted as a Detroit Record Store Day stop for 2026.
1 source
- Hybrid Moments
Record shop and live-music venue in Corktown, Detroit, blending vinyl retail with in-store performances and events.
2 sources
- Paramita Sound
Record shop, wine bar and listening space in the Siren Hotel downtown; started 2014 in West Village, now a stalwart of Detroit's beat/DJ scene with in-house label releases.
3 sources
- Peoples Records
Eastern Market institution founded by Brad Hales; deep crates of soul, jazz, Motown and rare 45s, plus the Michigan Audio Heritage Society Museum.
2 sources
- Somewhere in Detroit
Detroit techno record shop tied to Underground Resistance, run from the basement of the Submerge building on East Grand Blvd; stocks rare UR vinyl and merchandise.
1 source
- Spot Lite Detroit
7,900 sq ft repurposed lumber warehouse combining a coffee shop, a vinyl record shop, and a techno-focused bar/DJ venue; runs its own record label.
2 sources
- Third Man Records
Jack White's Cass Corridor flagship: record store, novelties lounge, mastering studio and Third Man Pressing vinyl plant in the heart of Midtown Detroit.
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- Tigris
Mexicantown cafe by day, hi-fi cocktail lounge by night, built around a custom sound system and an eclectic vinyl library with rotating guest DJs.
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Greater Detroit
Record stores in the cities and towns around Detroit.
Dearborn, MI
- Dearborn Music
Metro Detroit staple since 1956 stocking over 50,000 new and used vinyl, CD, and DVD titles across genres, plus turntables and stereo gear.
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Royal Oak, MI
- The Detroit Record Club
Boutique shop opened in 2019 selling curated, hand-cleaned vinyl plus music books, dry goods and vintage hi-fi equipment.
2 sources
- Solo Records & Tapes
Old-school shop founded in 1982; relocated to Royal Oak in 2001, under new ownership since 2022.
1 source
- UHF Records
Well-organized downtown Royal Oak shop with new and used LPs, CDs, DVDs, books, magazines and vintage turntables/receivers.
2 sources
Hamtramck, MI
- Detroit Threads
Hybrid vintage clothing store and record shop specializing in house, techno, soul, funk and New Wave vinyl; known for lively Record Store Day parties.
2 sources
- Record Graveyard
Used-vinyl shop carrying jazz, blues, Motown and Polish polka records reflecting Hamtramck's neighborhood history.
1 source
Ann Arbor, MI
- Encore Records
Kerrytown-district shop specializing in used LPs, CDs, and cassettes across rock, soul, jazz and more; billed as Michigan's premier record store.
2 sources
- Underground Sounds
New-release and used-vinyl shop near central campus with a strong punk and indie lean; stocks nearly 10,000 records and CDs.
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- Wazoo Records
Long-running State Street shop selling new, used, indie and rare vinyl; operating in Ann Arbor since 1974.
2 sources
- Your Media Exchange
Independent media exchange in the Kerrytown Shops basement buying, selling and trading vinyl records, movies, books and games.
2 sources
Berkley, MI
- Flipside Records
One of Metro Detroit's longest-running independent music stores, founded in 1983, relocated from Clawson to Berkley in 2021; new/used LPs, CDs, retro video games and stereo gear.
2 sources
Ferndale, MI
- Found Sound
Full-service shop for new and used vinyl, CDs, tapes and media, run by Ray Hayosh since opening in July 2012; a Ferndale RSD destination.
2 sources
Lincoln Park, MI
- Hello Records
Independent record shop now in Lincoln Park (formerly Corktown), selling new and pre-owned vinyl, CDs and cassettes across classic rock, indie, punk, soul and funk.
2 sources
Eastpointe, MI
- Melodies & Memories
Independent record shop on Gratiot Avenue in Eastpointe, rated 4.4 stars across review platforms.
1 source
Grosse Pointe Park, MI
- Ripe Records
Grosse Pointe Park record shop minutes from downtown Detroit; new and used vinyl across genres plus an Audio-Technica turntable/headphone dealership.
2 sources
Garden City, MI
- Rock of Ages
Metro Detroit vinyl and music-memorabilia landmark in Garden City since 1984; used records, 45s, 8-tracks, tapes, and rock merchandise.
2 sources
Trenton, MI
- Slick Disc
Mom-and-son-owned independent record store on the south end of the Downriver corridor selling new and used vinyl, CDs, cassettes, apparel and accessories.
2 sources
Inkster, MI
- Sound Explosion
Inkster record shop opened by retired Wayne County employee John Frazier, selling vinyl (78s/45s/LPs), vintage audio equipment, autographed albums and memorabilia.
2 sources
Oak Park, MI
- Street Corner Music
Oak Park record and CD shop trading jazz, R&B, rock, blues, folk, and Motown since 1993; buys and sells collections worldwide.
2 sources
Ypsilanti, MI
- Wyrd Byrd
Ypsilanti record shop selling new and used vinyl, books and zines with an eye toward the psychedelic and unusual; started as a Depot Town pop-up in 2022 and hosts open mics and live music.
2 sources
Looking for somewhere to listen, not just shop? Browse listening bars & vinyl cafes in Detroit .
Frequently asked questions
How many record stores are in Detroit, Michigan?
Detroit, Michigan has 10 record stores in the directory, last verified July 2026.
Are the record stores in Detroit independently verified?
7 of the 10 record stores in Detroit carry our "Verified" stamp, meaning at least two independent, dated sources back the listing.
Are there listening bars or vinyl cafes in Detroit?
Yes — 5 of Detroit's record stores double as a bar, cafe, or combo space: The 37th Shield Library, Hybrid Moments, Paramita Sound, Spot Lite Detroit, Tigris.