Amoeba Music

50 reviews

(415) 831-1200

1855 Haight St
San Francisco, CA 94117 37.7691 -122.4527

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Amoeba Records

Last updated 9.05.09

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In Short – Born from a bowling alley, this music lover's haven houses tens of thousands of recordings--pop, jazz, lounge and indie releases, along with meaty selections from virtually every other genre known to man. Shoppers can trade in the albums they don't like for cash or a handsome store credit, depending on the condition of the returns. Vinyl, videos and DVDs line the shelves as well.

User Reviews (50)

03/12/09

Cool!

by ldhinch

I am spoiled living in San Francisco with the little shops I tend to take for granted. Last weekend, I finally came across a record store that allowed me to trade in my CDs I'm bored with, and walk out with credit to buy more stuff in the future. Cool and highly recommended. So much better than the overpriced book stores, and so on.

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08/01/08

Last of the Independents?

by zoesfbay

I don't know if Amoeba is an independent record store, small chain or something else but it feels very non-corporate and has a great election whether it's used out of print Jazz or the most esoteric contemporary stuff.

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09/20/04

CD Valhalla!

by canaryofdeath

I came to this record store after hearing much hype and going to the Hollywood location. It did indeed live up to the hype as I found a rare cd that is almost impossible to find (even on the internet). The prices here are also ace! Aside from all the trendloving humanoids that clutter it up. This place rightfully deserves the name "CD Valhalla". Amoeba is the only good record shop left! I just want to give a big farfenoogin to Tower, Virgin, and the Wherehouse! You moneygrubbing basteeds!!!!! Alleviate the stress on your wallet people and shop at Amoeba!!!