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Best Record Stores In OC

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There is something nostalgic about listening to your favorite tracks on vinyl, and recently we have seen bands re-releasing albums on vinyl for that very reason. In a time where everything has turned digital, there are very few venues that are dedicated to selling the records that are the soundtracks to our everyday lives. Don't forget that April 18 is a special day, Record Store Day, where David Grohl is announced as the Record Store Day Ambassador for 2015. It was started in 2007 as a way to celebrate and honor more than 1400 independently owned record stores in the US and internationally. Here are the top places to find some of those amazing records in Orange County.

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Pepperland Music
850 N. Tustin St.
Orange, CA 92867
(714) 639-0909
www.pepperlandmusic.com

For the musical enthusiast that is looking for rock music memorabilia, you will hit the jackpot with Pepperland Music. A true Orange County institution, having been located in the city of Orange for the past 20 years, they have everything from musical instruments, accessories, CDs, records, t-shirts and much more. They even have a great deal of Beatles paraphernalia (hence the name). Their impressive collection of records and helpful staff will leave you with a great experience.

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Left of the Dial Records
320 French St., Suite B
Santa Ana, CA 92701
(657) 900-2275
www.facebook.com/leftofthedialrecords

A local favorite, Left of the Dial Records has pledged to be open at 7:00 a.m. for Record Store Day with exclusive vinyl releases. Coffee and donuts will also be available. Located in the historic east end arts district in Santa Ana, it is an ideal location for the artistic folks. This location supplies some rare used titles from various genres, and the owner is very knowledgeable and helpful in finding the right record.

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Port of Sound Record Shoppe
1500 Adams Ave., Suite 102
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 444-2337
www.portofsoundrecords.com

A great location for new and used vinyl for your musical tastes. Known as the "busiest little record shop" in town that carries everything from new and used vinyl records, turntables, tapes, CD's, posters, pins, stickers and collectibles. Sifting through some old grunge or classic rock records will take you down memory lane and many locals enjoy the one stop shop for all genres.

Related: Best Places For Vinyl In OC

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Analog Record Shop
12872 Newport Ave.
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 265-7533
www.analogrecordshop.com

This record venue is a pleasant blend of old and new that specializes in new and classic records. This cozy and quaint shop is packed with records, turntables, amplifiers from new and vintage. They were established in 2012 in a partnership with Floyd's 99 Barbershop and offer more vinyl options than many other locations.

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Creme Tangerine
2930 Bristol St., Suite C103
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 932-0552
www.cremetangerinerecords.com

Doubling as a record store and a label, this unique venue is located at the Lab anti-mall in Costa Mesa in a very vintage trailer you cannot miss. They buy, sell and trade used vinyls and cassette tapes. If you are looking to sell your vinyls, prices and quotes are set in person, so make sure you bring them with you when you visit. What sets this shop apart from others is it splits proceeds of physical products sold 50/50 with the artists.

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Elle Toussi is a freelance writer covering all things Orange County. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.
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