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Amoeba Records

1855 Haight St
San Francisco, CA 94117-2790
Phone: (415) 831-1200
Amoeba Records
Cross Street:
Shrader Street
Best of Citysearch:
Music and Movies 2007, Music and Movies 2006, Music and Movies 2006
Hours:
Mon-Sat 10:30am-10pm, Sun 11am-9pm

Editorial Review for Amoeba Records – by Citysearch Staff

In Short
Born from a bowling alley, this music lover's haven houses tens of thousands of recordings--pop, jazz, lounge and indie releases, along with meaty selections from virtually every other genre known to man. Shoppers can trade in the albums they don't like for cash or a handsome store credit, depending on the condition of the returns. Vinyl, videos and DVDs line the shelves as well.

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User Reviews for Amoeba Records

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5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

09/20/2004 Posted by canaryofdeath

I came to this record store after hearing much hype and going to the Hollywood location. It did indeed live up to the hype as I found a rare cd that is almost impossible to find (even on the internet). The prices here are also ace! Aside from all the trendloving humanoids that clutter it up. This place rightfully deserves the name "CD Valhalla". Amoeba is the only good record shop left! I just want to give a big farfenoogin to Tower, Virgin, and the Wherehouse! You moneygrubbing basteeds!!!!! Alleviate the stress on your wallet people and shop at Amoeba!!!

Pros: Line was short, Excellent selection, Prices were killer

Cons: , Hippies everywhere

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/26/2004 Posted by lord_humongous

Amoeba is the best music store I have ever seen. They have the greatest selection of used CDs anywhere. You can find almost anything here. And if you can't, come back in a week and it will be there. The only problem is that their used DVDs are a bit pricey. You may as well buy a new DVD if the used are so high priced.

Pros: Huge selection

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Editor's Review

A single-cell, sonic haven boasting massive inventory, in-store concerts and a brainiac staff.  See the full editorial review.

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Parking

  • Pay lot
  • Metered

Hours

  • Mon-Sat 10:30am-10pm
  • Sun 11am-9pm

Payment Types

  • MasterCard
  • Visa
  • Discover

Recognition for Amoeba Records

2007 Editorial Winner - Music and Movies
2006 Editorial Winner - Music and Movies
2006 Audience Winner - Music and Movies
2005 Audience Winner - Music and Movies

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