Burlington Records — Local services in Burlington

This is a great little store right off of Church St, tough to park at (got a parking ticket) but easy to walk to if you're already there. It's amazing how much vinyl they can fit in the store being such a small space but they do it and it works. The place is always packed when I go in and folks are always finding some gem that makes them smile. I came out of there one day with about 13 $1 records and the guy called it good at $10. These guys are impeccable about condition so some of the $1 records just had flawed covers or light scratch marks which didn't matter to me picking up a Robert Plant solo album or Jethro Tull's Stormwatch. My biggest surprise was finding Fairport Convention's Liege and Lief in the dollar bin... cover was a bit of a wreck but vinyl very listenable.

Their more middle of the road vinyl is moderately priced at $6 (picked up a Reprise pressing of JT Benefit, Steeley Span And Now We are Six and Planxty). I almost don't check the condition anymore (unless the sticker says to) because I know these guys check each one thoroughly. I love the New Arrivals bin and is the first place I go when I get in the store. They've got special records displayed up above the bins, they've got some electronics both new and old as well as a cool selection of vintage posters... if you're in to that kind of thing.

Don't expect the guys to small talk (unless you initiate it), even when they're not busy these guys are busy but are there if you need help finding something. There are only 4 or 5 record stores in Vermont and this is in the top 2. ...

The best record shop in Burlington, and Vermont in general. I always take time to visit BR anytime I'm in town. There are a few other shops nearby but if you love vinyl and only have time for 1 stop, make it Burlington Records. Everything is clean and organized, the layout is open and spacious, and all LP's are sleeved and priced accordingly. I find their prices to be quite reasonable, especially considering their prime location downtown right off of Church St. Despite the fact that they likely pay a HUGE amount in rent I still find plenty of bargains there. I spend around $50-60 every visit and never leave empty-handed. There's even a massive bin of $5 specials in the back with hundreds of titles to dig through. They also have a listening station set-up with a professional Technics deck so you can test out an LP before you purchase it. You really can't go wrong here. There is a very small selection of CD's to choose from on the wall, and they do sell some equipment as well, but this place is really all about the Records. New, used, any genre - they will have something you're...

I have been toying with the idea of migrating to vinyl for some time. I strolled in there and asked Ian for his advice on what I would need to get started. He proceeded to show me various setups for different budgets. Nothing was too much trouble for him and he answered my basic questions without making me feel like an idiot.

He did not try and convince me to buy the most expensive gear there. As a true sales professional should, he asked me lots of questions about what kind of music I listen to, why I want vinyl etc. and then made several suggestions.

I ended up dropping almost 800 bucks on a setup along with a couple of records. Came home, set it up and the sound blew me away.

It is rare thesedays to find a sales person who actually listens to you and offers solutions. I am a big fan of this place and can understand why they have been in business for...