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Brooklyn's Best Independent Record Stores for Electronic Music

Brooklyn's Best Independent Record Stores for Electronic MusicAlright fellow wax enthusiasts, Leo Chen here! Brooklyn's electronic music scene is vibrant, and these independent record stores are where I consistently find those essential house, techno, and disco gems. Get ready to dig deep!
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    Superior Elevation Records

    616 Grand Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211
    superiorelevation.com
    This spot is a goldmine for dance music. You'll find incredible selections of house, disco, and techno 12-inch singles here, often with rare cuts that make any DJ happy.
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    Human Head Records

    289 Meserole St, Brooklyn, NY 11206
    humanheadnyc.com
    A true digger's paradise, Human Head has an expansive collection of used vinyl. Their electronic bins are always stocked with fantastic techno, house, electro, and drum & bass finds.
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    Octopus Records

    204 Irving Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
    octopusrecords.nyc
    If you're into ambient, downtempo, house, techno, or IDM, this is your place. Octopus Records has a seriously curated selection of electronic music, including hard-to-find import presses.
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    The Mixtape Shop

    1129 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11216
    themixtapeclub.co
    Part cafe, part record store, this place offers a beautifully curated selection of house, disco, techno, and even some Brazilian funk. It’s a super chill vibe for finding new sounds.
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    Second Hand Records NYC

    23 Lawton St, Brooklyn, NY 11221
    secondhandrecordsnyc.com
    This specialist store is packed with house and techno LPs and 12-inch singles. It's a fantastic spot where you can easily lose an afternoon unearthing some serious heat.
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    Brooklyn Record Exchange (Bushwick)

    599 Johnson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
    brooklynrecordexchange.com
    With a strong electronic bent, this shop is great for discovering new and used records. It's even located in the same complex as the electronic music venue, Elsewhere, for an all-around experience.
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    Cosmic Arts

    56 Bogart Street, Gallery #1K, Brooklyn, NY 11206
    instagram.com
    Run by the legendary Joaquin Joe Claussell, this store is a must-visit for deep and soulful house, techno, and a variety of other electronic genres. You might even catch Joe himself!
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    Captured Tracks Shop

    195 Calyer St, Brooklyn, NY 11222
    capturedtracks.com
    While known for indie, this label's flagship store often stocks excellent synth-driven and experimental electronic releases. It's a great spot for unique and unexpected finds.
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    Razor-N-Tape Flagship Store

    110 Meserole Ave, Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY 11222
    instagram.com
    From a respected disco and house edits label, this shop is the perfect place to grab direct-from-the-source releases and exclusive merchandise. A must for serious dance music fans.
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    Blue Sun Records

    400 S 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
    bluesun.nyc
    This Williamsburg gem has a curated selection that, while broad, always has excellent electronic sections. You'll find a great mix of new and used records with friendly, knowledgeable staff.

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