For vinyl collectors and music enthusiasts across the world, Amoeba Music is practically a household name. With three iconic locations across California, this independent record store chain started a musical revolution when it first began opened its doors in 1990. Since then, Amoeba has continued to survive as owning physical media has seen fluctuations in popularity (FYI, owning vinyl is on the rise!) To this day, its original Berkeley location is still selling wax to the music-loving masses. Check it out:
If you’re a music lover, it’s likely you’ve heard of Amoeba Music, the independent record store that revitalized the vinyl record industry when it opened its original Berkeley store in 1990.
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With the rise of digital media and streaming over the years, it’s easy to assume that vinyl is dead. However, that couldn’t be further from the truth! Collecting vinyl records continues to be a popular hobby for old and young alike, thanks to places like Amoeba which have kept the hobby alive.
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Amoeba’s San Francisco and Los Angeles locations are big-city sized and perhaps the most popular, but it all started in Berkeley! Amoeba’s flagship store is still chugging along today, boasting aisles of upon aisles of beautiful wax.
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At over 30 years old, Amoeba is an undeniable legend among vinyl enthusiasts. However, they still boast that funky, independent vibe. Walking into the Berkeley store, you feel like you could spend hours flipping through the record bins and poring over all of the store’s eccentricities.
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Old music, new music, music you’ve never heard of - they have it all. At Amoeba, you’ll find a massive selection of used and new records. Whether you’re looking for something specific or simply browsing the bins, it’s nearly impossible to leave Amoeba empty-handed.
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The store also has a smaller collection of movies, books, and memorabilia. Sound gear including turntables is also typically for sale.
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There’s nothing quite like the simple pleasure of spending a few hours looking through music at your local record shop, especially one as notable and expansive as Amoeba! Visit their website to learn more about Amoeba’s legacy and see their selection.
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Have you been to the original Amoeba location in Berkeley? What’s your favorite location of the three? Let us know in the comments below!
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