Take a musical trip through Berlin’s vibrant music scene as we dive into the city’s best record shops to discover hidden gems, new music and timeless classics
AUDIO-IN Used Record Store
AUDIO-IN, a little shop in Friedrichshain, is a must-visit if you are searching for second-hand house, electro, jungle, UK Garage records, as well as disco.
Location: Libauerstrasse 19, 10245
Website: audio-in.net
Bikini Waxx Records
A discreet record shop located in Kreuzberg, just a few minutes from the popular Skalitzer Strasse.
Bikini Waxx has been on the scene since 2013 and has a vast range of vinyl records on offer, you might even find a few UK Garage releases hidden on the shelves.
Location: Manteuffelstrasse 48, 10999
Website: bikiniwaxxrecords.com
Elevate
Located around the corner from Berghain/Panorama in Friedrichshain, Elevate is run by the DJ/producers, Cinthie and Meat.
A small and cosy store packed to the brim with gems from house, to UK Garage, to disco and techno.
Location: Gubener Str. 24, 10243
Website: elevate.berlin
Hard Wax
The longest running record store in Berlin, Hard Wax has been around since 1989 and is well known across the globe.
A must visit for anyone looking to find all the best electronic dance music including 80s & 90s house classics from Chicago and Detroit.
Location: Köpenicker Str. 70, 10179
Website: hardwax.com
60Waves
Founded by Dana Ruh, 60Waves is not just a store but it also offers music consultancy to record labels and artists.
Once inside, you will find bare bricked walls with decks located through the second half of the store and often you will catch DJs playing whilst you browse the crates.
60Waves is more like a community space than just another store.
You can mingle & have a drink whilst buying the latest vinyl.
Location: Herrfurthplatz 8, 12049
Website: 60waves.com
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