This was my first visit and wow what a cool experience. I'm a 50 year old introvert but even I enjoyed coming here. There were people of all ages, young and old. The music was fun, and the environment relaxed. One young man said that it was his birthday so literally everyone in the shop sang him happy birthday.
The selection is insane. I purchased a few records but didn't even scratch the surface of seeing all the vinyl. I will make several more trips, probably very regularly to enjoy the shop, and pick out more music.
The variety of available music was fantastic too. I bought classical, and blues, but saw so much variety that I was literally awed. I am so grateful that a shop like this is in Cedar Valley. I highly recommend that any music fan, whether slightly or intensely into it, come and check out the shop.
Also the records were in excellent condition and the sound was...
Read moreAfter a recent visit to Vinyl Cup Records in Cedar Falls, Iowa I give them a 10+. The store is beautiful, clean, well organized and easy to find. Right on Main Street in Cedar Falls, the store has a very friendly and helpful staff, knowledgeable in music in general and particularly in the albums. I was offered a water or something to drink as I checked out the albums. Note: the selection is a hidden gem at Vinyl Cup as I saw albums not normally available in any standard record shop. That's because this is not a normal store, but an outstanding one in many ways. The staff is big time and I can't say enough about Vinyl Cup Records and the experience I had there. I will be back...
Read moreHad a great experience coming in on a Monday afternoon. Luke, the owner, was there and immediately offered me a drink, then super helpful in showing me the organization of the used new arrivals along with swapping some stories. Great vibe, great atmosphere, great selection and prices are in the fair to great range depending what you’re looking for. Nothing feels like you’re getting ripped off. I’ve been to record stores all over the country and Vinyl Cup was a top notch experience. Absolutely will be going back whenever I’m...
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