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   ..subj: the best vinyl record stores in Toronto..   
      
   The best vinyl record stores in Toronto are where audiophiles   
   go to get their fix. Some consider vinyl the ultimate recording   
   material, but many of these stores have music in other formats   
   and lots of great music merch to geek out on too.   
      
   Here are the best vinyl record stores in Toronto.   
      
   1   
   Sonic Boom   
      
   This multi-level store in Chinatown is Canada's largest   
   independent record shop and sells more than just records. It   
   stocks the newest and best in music, films, and used titles and   
   is a popular destination for turntables, speakers, band t-   
   shirts, knickknacks, and home goods. To top it all off, Sonic   
   Boom regularly hosts in-store performances and record signings   
   with artists like Mac Demarco, Broken Social Scene, and Sloan.   
      
   2   
   Rotate This   
      
   The independent Ossington store is one of Toronto's most   
   revered record shops. Their mission is to sell as many new   
   vinyl releases from independent bands and artists around the   
   world as possible. Rotate This stocks a highly-coveted   
   collection of used vinyl as well, but the turnover is fast, so   
   you'll never see too many in-store at a time.   
      
   3   
   Play De Record   
      
   Toronto DJs will find everything they need at this Chinatown   
   record store. In fact, in the 90s it was known to supply   
   records to the city's radio DJs. After thirty years of   
   business, the shop continues to offer an impressive range of   
   rare discographies, new arrivals, and international records.   
   Play De Record also sells DJ equipment for all skill levels and   
   staff can help guide your purchases if you're just getting   
   started.   
      
   4   
   Dead Dog Records   
      
   Now with locations in Bloordale, Queen West, and the Village,   
   this well-known record shop is a newer installment in the   
   city.Founded in 2015 by ex-employees of the formerly-defunct   
   Sunrise Records, the well-organized inventory here features a   
   mix of current and old vinyl, CDs, and DVDs (new and used),   
   along with fun merchandise like t-shirts, toys, and turntables.   
      
   5   
   Kops Records Danforth   
      
   There are two locations of this warehouse-esque record store,   
   on Queen West, and the Danforth. The store, opened in the 70s,   
   is named after owner Martin Koppel, who had a personal record   
   collection that grew so big, he had no choice but to open a   
   shop. At Kops, you'll find a wide variety of old and new vinyl   
   with lots of rarities like first pressings and recordings of   
   iconic speeches.   
      
   6   
   Pop Music   
      
   This East Chinatown vinyl shop doesn't sell used records.   
   Instead, Pop Music prides itself on its massive collection of   
   mainstream commercial albums, making it easy for fans to find   
   the music they're looking for. Sift through the biggest hits of   
   all time, and don't forget to browse the merch section for band   
   tees and accessories, like hats and keychains.   
      
   7   
   Cosmos Records   
      
   A relic from the late 90s, Cosmos is known for its collection   
   of rare and collectible vinyl, particularly in the genres of   
   soul, vintage rock, hip hop, funk and disco. The curatorial   
   vision of the flagship (located on Queen West) is to resurface   
   relevant music that has fallen through the cracks.   
      
   8   
   Grasshopper Records   
      
   The notorious Dundas West spot is the only record shop in   
   Toronto open late (until nearly 1 a.m. every night). It's named   
   for the band/alias of the shop's eccentric owner, a local   
   legend in Toronto's music scene. He exclusively stocks used   
   vinyl records and generously shares his personal taste, so you   
   can trust you're getting the best referrals.   
      
   9   
   Tonality Records   
      
   This specialty vinyl shop on Dundas West near Roncesvalles is a   
   haven for music geeks. The shop curates records by indie label   
   rather than by artist or genre, allowing customers to find   
   bands by association - a great way to discover music they   
   wouldn't otherwise be exposed to. As if that weren't exciting   
   enough, the shop also sells a range of vintage radios,   
   turntables, receivers, amplifiers, and tuners.   
      
   [ gleened from: https://www.blogto.com/toronto/the_best_vinyl_re   
   ord_stores_in_toronto/ ]   
      
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