Too Many Records

More like "Too Many Good Records". I've checked out most every record store in the Portland area, and this one is my favorite. Not only because of the record selection, but because of the people who operate this business. Extremely good customer service. A bit of everything, there's always more in back, if you ask for specifics. An in house equipment expert who seemingly loves to share knowledge! What more could I want???

This record shop is quickly becoming my favorite in the Portland. The staff is always friendly and helpful. They don’t make me feel bad if I don’t know something. I am usually looking for odd recordings to sample or scratch so it can be embarrassing to ask for the things I’m searching for. I really love how they rotate the inventory so I can go in almost weekly and it’s different!

Loved the concert 🎶 Super cute record store that was small enough to bring people together but big enough to hold about 60 ppl if I had to guess. Next time I’ll go back to check out the records.

Have followed the YouTube channel for years, but first visit on work trip to Portland. Matt and Ben make you feel at home the minute you walk in. Living room vibe where you want to stay awhile. It's obvious the store was designed by passionate record collectors who have been to a lot of stores and actively addressed the most common annoyances: - curated selection so you're not flipping through tons of common records in the main sections (but plentiful bargain bin sections if that's your thing) - prices in-line with current Discogs median (no "brick-n-mortar premium", not MSRP from initial release date if going rate has dropped over time)...makes it very easy to buy brick-n-mortar vs. online - higher value records sleeved up and marked with accurate condition, pressing details and sometimes even how audible scratches are. I inspected the first several and the written assessments matched my own....with that trust, able to move through rest of stock much faster - balanced stock between vintage and modern releases (bigger used selection of modern releases than most) - listening station next to the couches (nice touch) - give locals first shot a new arrivals posted on IG (coming from an out-of-towner)...locals are the lifeblood of physical stores so it's smart to prioritize them - genereous punch card system rewarding regulars - fair and transparent payout for sellers. Someone walked in to sell their collection and personally never seen it handled better for both parties - store layout that's not claustrophobic If you're a vinyl junkie who's been to a lot of record stores, good and bad, you'll really appreciate how well thought out this store is.

The owners are incredibly kind and welcoming. They know what they're talking about, they welcome anyone to come in and browse and listen to records before you buy. Went there with my mom the day before mother's day to see Juliet Terrill play with her band. I will be returning sometime soon :)