Back in 1999⁄2000 during my year at UofI, I spent too much time and too much money at Record Collector. I haven’t been there in a while, but it’s a great record store that I try to stop at every time I go to Iowa City. Any music fan would find something cool here.
Jeff K.
Tu valoración: 3 Iowa City, IA
Good record store. Not necessary great, but the only one in Iowa city. I’m a big dollar bin guy, and it’s pretty minimal here. It’s fine, and definitely better than nothing, but not nearly as good as zzz records in Des Moines or weird harolds in Burlington.
Steve B.
Tu valoración: 4 Carpentersville, IL
Great record store. Friendly staff and a large selection of new vinyl that are priced to sell.
Joe S.
Tu valoración: 4 Marion, IA
One of the best record stores in eastern Iowa. It’s one of the very few places where you can buy new and used records at good prices, and their selection is pretty good. Good for finding new records you would otherwise have to buy online. Cool record store day releases and atmosphere. Only minor complaint is the ten dollar credit card limit, but it is very easy to hit that mark.
Patrick T.
Tu valoración: 5 Des Moines, IA
Record Collector has been a landmark for me in Iowa City. They always have something playing over the loud speakers that blows my mind that I’m usually turned on by and forced to check out in the future. This past time they were played Led Zepplin which I’m down with too! The owner is fantastic and has a ton of knowledge about classic 60’s pop we talked for about a half hour about Procol Harum’s first record that he has on analog tape.(but he is not selling it). The used cd collection here is great, those poor college students selling cds to pay for beer for the weekend is to my benefit always find good stuff here. This past time I picked up the Alex Chilton demo’s on LP. If your in Iowa City and dig records this is a must stop!
Christopher F.
Tu valoración: 5 Des Moines, IA
Another of my favorite record stores… I always find rad used CDs here. Lots of local too!
Earl L.
Tu valoración: 5 Amherst, MA
I agree with Matthew. This is the best record store in Eastern IA. They have an incredibly diverse and eclectic collection. If they don’t have what you’re looking for, they will try to order it. Kirk is very cool and will usually talk music with you. This is a very laid back place. You’d have to look hard(or far away) to find another place like it.
Matthew S.
Tu valoración: 5 Iowa City, IA
Hands down THEBEST record store in Eastern Iowa. Huge vinyl and CD selection specializing in; Rock, Hip Hop, Metal, Punk, Emo, Classic Rock, Hipster Rock, Noise, Experimental, Blues, Soul, and more. Not huge on the classical or country side of things, but you can go to a second hand store for that stuff. Staff can be unique, but are always helpful if you ask for help and don’t assume they are all«High Fidelity» types. I have happily spent a small forturne at this store and will happily continue.
Mike M.
Tu valoración: 4 Cedar Rapids, IA
A fun place to go for music, specifically vinyl. I like the staff, the prices are usually fair. My only complaint is that I can never find enough vinyl when I go there. They seem to sell quicker than they can buy.
Ida n.
Tu valoración: 1 Los Angeles, CA
* overpriced * limited selection in terms of artists/bands and format * a smug staff/owner who will low-ball you when you try to sell stuff. Stores like Record Collector are why Amazon makes a killing.
Chris S.
Tu valoración: 4 Kennesaw, GA
I love this place. Great staff and music selection is fantastic. It’s got a little bit of something for everyone from new releases to the LP selection. And while all of that is great what I like the most about them is their great selection of cds from local bands.
Leigh K.
Tu valoración: 4 Chicago, IL
This was a pretty good record store and I’m glad I stopped in. There is a ton of variety and they stock plenty of new releases. I didn’t see much in the way of indie pop, but then again I don’t even see lots of that at Reckless in Chicago. I had to restrain from buying a lot more here, but I held back. I picked up two Mountain Goats cds I had yet to buy and a Schrasj cd for .50 cents! They have a good 7″ collection and lots of great LPs to look through. They also have a plethora of collectible records so if you’re one of those types, beware of spending a ton here!