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When you think of cities that breathe music, that live and sleep on basslines, Berlin always rises to the top. Its club culture is legendary, its street art is raw, and tucked between alleys and industrial facades lie record stores that serve as hallowed ground for diggers, DJs, and music lovers from around the world. Berlin isn’t just a city, it’s a sound system you can walk.
From Kreuzberg’s gritty alleys to Neukölln’s emergent vibes, vinyl shops here are more than stores: they’re cultural hubs, meeting places, archives of sound, and gateways to hidden gems. In this guide, we take you through 10 of the best record stores in Berlin for fans of disco, house, and electronic music, with tips for digging, routes, and how to make the most of your vinyl pilgrimage.
Also check out our connected pieces like City Guide Berlin: Exploring Berlin’s Underground Beats with Philippa and Experience the Pulse of Berlin: The Best 18 HOR DJ Sets Unveiled for a full Berlin immersion.
Specialty: Techno, dub, minimal, underground house.
Vibe: The legendary cornerstone of Berlin’s electronic scene. Founded by Mark Ernestus of Basic Channel, this place is pilgrimage territory for serious diggers.
Tip: Come early. Rare pressings disappear fast.
Specialty: Three rooms, one for jazz & indie, another for rock, and a dedicated electronic temple with deep techno, house, and ambient selections.
Vibe: A labyrinth for vinyl heads. You can lose hours here.
Tip: Don’t be shy to ask the staff for obscure disco cuts, they know their stuff.
Specialty: House, disco, funk, experimental electronica. Also runs its own label.
Vibe: Half store, half cultural experiment. Always something new on the decks.
Tip: Ideal spot to find rare edits and European reissues.
Specialty: Eclectic mix, house, disco, jazz, and broken beats.
Vibe: Welcoming and community-driven, often hosting in-store sessions.
Tip: Each location has its own mood, Prenzlauer Berg for calm vibes, Neukölln for energy.
Specialty: Disco, funk, soul, boogie, vintage grooves.
Vibe: Analog warmth meets crate nostalgia.
Tip: Perfect for those searching for the groove before the drop. Ask for the hidden funk section.
Specialty: Broad, but their electronic section is worth exploring.
Vibe: The UK giant meets Berlin’s underground vibe.
Tip: Great pit stop if you’re crate digging with friends who love multiple genres.
Specialty: House, disco, and leftfield electronic music.
Vibe: A hidden gem downtown, clean, organized, and tastefully curated.
Tip: Combine it with a city stroll, close to museums and cafes.
Specialty: Strong focus on 12″ dance records, DJ gear, and streetwear.
Vibe: A modern take on the record shop concept.
Tip: Browse online before visiting, they often stock limited runs in-store only.
Specialty: Indie, punk, electronic crossovers.
Vibe: Underground to the bone, with a punk heart but open-minded curation.
Tip: Perfect stop if you like to dig off the beaten path.
Specialty: Broad but deep vinyl selection, from disco and house to avant-garde.
Vibe: Laid-back staff, cozy space, strong neighborhood feel.
Tip: Less touristy, more local, perfect for an unhurried dig.
A small but much-loved shop with second-hand treasures and techno rarities. Mentioned frequently by DJs on Reddit and Discogs.
Day 1 – Kreuzberg & Neukölln:
Start at Spacehall → visit Hard Wax (Kraftwerk) → stop by Sound Metaphors → finish at Soultrade. Grab dinner at a local kebab joint or small bar around Schlesisches Tor.
Day 2 – Friedrichshain & Mitte:
Begin at Galactic Supermarket → HHV Records → Melting Point → OYE Records Neukölln branch. Close the day at Rough Trade or explore the evening scene at Kater Blau.
After your digging tour, immerse yourself deeper in Berlin’s electronic heartbeat. Read our related features:
These articles connect the vinyl culture with the living club scene, offering you a full-circle view of Berlin’s sound.
Berlin isn’t about collecting records. It’s about collecting moments, grooves, and stories. Whether you’re a veteran digger or a first-timer, these ten shops offer more than vinylm they offer a chance to touch the pulse of the city.
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