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The Vinyl Tourist Visits |
The Saratoga region of New York State's lower Adirondack Mountains (in the northeastern US) is where the Vinyl Tourist calls home. Because it is relatively rural in character, the lack of densely populated cities means the record collector may be doing more driving than looking. But if you're in the area anyway, looking for LP's is one way to escape from the scenic views.
In need of a local map? Try Google Maps.
Finally, if you haven't already done so, please read the Vinyl Tourist Caveat.
- Last Vestige Music Shop
437 Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 226-0811A smaller spin-off of the main store in Albany, the Last Vestige Music Shop is the type of store that record collectors dream about. Brightly lit racks, neatly sorted and alphabetized with lots of obscure goodies and no shortage of vinyl. Check the ad in Metroland for the occational 25% off sale or the local Yellow Pages for a 20% off coupon.
- Edie's Corner
Clifton Country Mall
Route 146, West of I-87 (The Northway)
Clifton Park, NY 12001
(518) 373-9089Edie's might best be characterized as the "garage sale at the mall." Despite the "CD's" in the name, there is actually a large selection of vinyl to be found here, mainly the sort of easy-listening and hard-rock LP's that dominate tag sales. Although a sign says that pricing is based on the Goldmine Guide (which means they're often too high), many records are unpriced and one should be prepared to negotiate at the register. Also, genres tend to be jumbled so that classical, exotica, and pop records are all grouped together alphabetically. Worth a stop if you're in the neighborhood.
- The Book Bag
Saratoga Springs Public Library
49 Henry St.
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 584-7860Located inside the Saratoga Springs Public Library, The Book Bag relies on donations of books, magazines, and records for its stock. Accordingly, the stock varies wildly, but with LP prices at $1 and under it's always worth a look if you're in the neighborhood. Check the link (above) for hours of operation. A good place to donate your unwanted spares and discards, too.
- Art Simmons
212 Fourth St.
Northville, NY 12134
(518) 863-4026
Weekends only!Literally a garage sale, Art Simmons' store is located in a two-bay garage attached to his house. He has a good selection of mostly older pop, rock, and exotica LP's and 45's and is planning to open a store in the heart of the village in order to showcase the thousands of records which are now in a warehouse. Want lists accepted by mail.
- Red's Underground
9 Broad Street
Glens Falls, NY 12801
(518) 798-2040
To be visited.
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