Where to Sell Your Records: Trusted Vinyl Buyers Across the U.S.

We get dozens of calls every week from folks all over the country looking to sell their vinyl records. While we’re based in Milwaukee, we understand that not everyone is local—and not every collection justifies a long-distance house call.

That’s why we’ve put together this referral list: a guide to record shops we personally recommend in other cities and regions. Whether you're downsizing a classic rock LP collection, inherited some jazz albums, or want to cash out on rare 45s, these shops are reputable, knowledgeable, and actively buying.

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🏠 Wisconsin Sellers: Sell to Us in Milwaukee

If you’re located anywhere in Wisconsin—including Madison, Kenosha, Green Bay, or La Crosse—we’re your best option for selling large vinyl collections.

We Buy Records – Milwaukee, WI

We buy everything from LPs and 45s to CDs and stereo gear. We make house calls across the state for larger collections and pay cash on the spot. Whether you're selling a few crates or a full basement, we'll treat your collection with respect.
📞 (414) 232-7606
👉 sellvinylusa.com

Not in Wisconsin? Keep reading for our trusted shop picks around the U.S.

📍 New York City (Brooklyn)

Superior Elevation Records – Brooklyn, NY
Run by my brother Tom, Superior Elevation is one of the best-curated vinyl stores in the country. They're especially great with disco, soul, house, hip-hop, and jazz collections. A serious buyer and a pillar in the NYC collector scene.
👉 superiorelevation.com

📍 Buffalo, NY

Soul Stop Records – Buffalo, NY
Soul Stop is your best bet in Western New York. They specialize in soul, funk, jazz, and hip-hop but buy a wide range of genres. Fair, friendly, and community-focused.

📍 Florida

Technique Records – Miami, FL
A respected shop that buys everything from punk to techno to indie.
Revolve Records – Orlando, FL
Great for rock, pop, and classic collections.
Retrofit Records – Tallahassee, FL
Solid choice for North Florida and college town collections.

📍 Texas

Breakaway Records – Austin, TX
One of the most respected buyers in the country—especially for soul, funk, and rare 45s.
Josey Records – Dallas, TX
A massive operation, great for selling both bulk and boutique collections.
👉 joseyrecords.com

📍 California (Bay Area)

Groove Merchant – San Francisco, CA
Legendary buyer of rare jazz, Latin, funk, and international LPs. Known worldwide for a reason.
👉 groovemerchantrecords.com

📍 Los Angeles

Permanent Records – Highland Park, CA
Perfect for punk, metal, psych, and oddball rock.
Amoeba Music – Hollywood, CA
Best for bulk collections or more mainstream titles.

📍 Washington, D.C. Metro

Joint Custody – Washington, DC
Great for punk, hardcore, indie, and hip-hop.
Crooked Beat Records – Alexandria, VA
Solid for LPs from the 80s–2000s.
HR Records – Silver Spring, MD
Best for soul and jazz heads.

📍 Detroit, MI

People’s Records – Detroit, MI
Detroit’s leading buyer for soul, funk, and underground vinyl of all types.
👉 peoplesdetroit.com

📍 Montana

Cactus Records – Bozeman, MT
Reliable regional buyer for rock and pop.
Rockin Rudy’s – Missoula, MT
Mixed-media shop, but worth a call if you're nearby.

🙋‍♂️ Still Not Sure Where to Sell?

If your collection is large, rare, or you're simply not sure what's valuable, get in touch with us first. We're happy to advise—and depending on what you've got, we still might make the trip.