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The Vinyl Tourist Visits |
We really enjoyed our visit to New Mexico, especially Albuquerque and Santa Fe, in the southwestern United States. It is a unique locale rich in culture and cuisine. In fact, we'd move there tomorrow if real estate weren't ridiculously overpriced. Guess we'll have to wait until the bubble bursts... Aside from real Mexican cuisine, Nuevo Mexican tunes on the radio ("Que-Suave," KSWV-AM 810 in Santa Fe is our fave) were one of the best treats of all. Wish I had their playlist!
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- Charley's Records & Tapes
7602 Menaul Blvd. NE
Albuquerque, NM 87110
(505) 296-3685Charley's probably has the largest stock of used LP's in the state and most are priced at $3.49 each. Unfortunately, most are fairly commonplace and true collector's items are priced accordingly. The real reason to visit is the strong selection of new import and indie label records and 45 rpm singles which are featured at reasonable prices. Charley also claims to have "the largest used CD collection on earth," mostly priced at about $7 each (buy 10, get one free). If you love sweets or crave caffeine, be forewarned! Charley's empire also includes a café which features chocolate drinks, desserts, and expresso, in the middle of which are located most of the used records. Note: Used LP's are resealed, but may be opened for inspection at the counter prior to purchase.
- We Buy Music
107 Harvard Drive SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 256-2524My comments about Bow Wow (above) pretty much apply to this store, too. There is, however, a somewhat larger selection and the collector with two or three hours to spend may be able to unearth a few bargains. There are also racks of $2 (and under) LPs in the back, but the price generally reflects their condition.
- Cristy Records
4212 4th Street, NW
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 247-8484Cristy Records is a 60 year old family-owned gem set in the southern barrio of Albuquerque's Old Town section. While it mainly offers new CD's and tapes of Mexican and Nuevo Mexican music, there is a small inventory of new LP's at around $6.98 each (buy one, get one free!) and 45 rpm singles (3 for $1). They also carriy an extensive collection of Oldies and Tejano Music and some collector records. Weekday mornings are the best time to visit.
- Krazy Kat Records, Tapes & CD's
9012-A Central Ave. SE
Albuquerque, NM 87123
(505) 294-5644Krazy Kat is a typical used record store with an average selection that I wish I could get more excited about. The stock and prices are reasonable, but the store suffers from being somewhat disorganized. There are lots of 45's and 8-track tapes here, too. And you can go next door to the electronic surplus warehouse for a used 8-track player.
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