📍 Riverwest

904 E. Center St

Milwaukee, WI 53212

Open Daily 12–4 PM

10,000+ used vinyl records

+ 7,000 available online (Discogs)

📍 Cedarburg

Inside Fermentorium Brewery

7481 WI-60 Trunk

Open Brewery Hours

New vinyl releases + used

Rotating curated selection

✅ 17,000+ total records
7,000+ online, 10,000+ in-store

✅ Fresh inventory daily
From local collections we buy

✅ Below internet prices
On most titles

✅ Two locations
Riverwest & Cedarburg

✅ All genres in stock
$3 bins to rare collector pieces

✅ Discogs in-store pickup
10% off used records

🎸 Classic Rock

60s, 70s, 80s LPs

🎷 Jazz

First pressings & reissues

🎤 Soul & R&B

Northern soul 45s

⚡ Punk & Metal

Hardcore to doom

🎧 Hip-Hop

Classic & modern

🌟 Indie & Alternative

80s, 90s, modern

🌍 World Music

Latin, African, Japanese

🎵 New Releases

At Cedarburg location

What makes this a great Milwaukee record store?

With 17,000+ vinyl records, we maintain Milwaukee's largest independent record collection. Fresh inventory is added daily from local collections we purchase throughout Southeast Wisconsin. We stock everything from $3 bargain bins to rare collector pieces across all genres. Small shop, huge selection.

Where is We Buy Records located in Milwaukee?

Our main location is at 904 E. Center St in Riverwest, Milwaukee (53212). We're open daily from 12-4 PM. We also have a second location inside Fermentorium Brewery in Cedarburg (7481 WI-60 Trunk), open during brewery hours.

How many records does your Milwaukee store have?

We stock approximately 17,000 total vinyl records. Our Riverwest location has 10,000+ records in-store, with an additional 7,000+ available online through Discogs (available for in-store pickup with 10% discount). Our Cedarburg location features a rotating curated selection.

Do you sell new vinyl records or just used?

Our Riverwest location focuses on used vinyl (10,000+ records). New vinyl releases are available at our Cedarburg location inside Fermentorium Brewery, with a focus on indie, metal, alternative, and hip-hop. We're an official Record Store Day participant and stock RSD titles at our Cedarburg location.

Can I browse your inventory before visiting the store?

Yes! Browse 7,000+ of our records online at our Discogs store. All Discogs inventory is housed at our Milwaukee (Riverwest) location and available for in-store pickup with a 10% discount on used records.

What genres of vinyl records do you carry?

We stock all major genres: Classic Rock, Jazz, Soul, R&B, Funk, Punk, Metal, Hip-Hop, Electronic, Indie, Alternative, World Music, Reggae, Blues, and more. Our selection spans from 1950s 45s to brand new releases. If you're looking for something specific, call ahead and we can check our inventory.

Do you buy vinyl record collections in Milwaukee?

Absolutely! We're one of Milwaukee's most active record buyers. We purchase collections of all sizes and make house calls for larger collections (300+ records) throughout Southeast Wisconsin. Call or text (414) 232-7606 to discuss your collection. Learn more about selling records.

Is this a good record store for beginners?

Yes! We have affordable $3 and $6 LP sections perfect for building a collection without breaking the bank. Our staff is knowledgeable and happy to help beginners find quality records within their budget. No pretension, just good music and fair prices.

What are your Milwaukee record store hours?

Riverwest: Open 7 days a week, 12-4 PM
Cedarburg: Open during Fermentorium Brewery hours (check Google for current hours)

What areas does your Milwaukee record store serve?

We serve all of Milwaukee and surrounding areas including: Riverwest, Bay View, East Side, Shorewood, Wauwatosa, West Allis, Brookfield, Waukesha, Cedarburg, Mequon, Grafton, Racine, and Kenosha. For record buying, we make house calls throughout Southeast Wisconsin.