Wuxtry Records

This establishment was on my list of places to go to for the best options for vinyls. As soon as I walk in, I was not greeted from the two employees at the register, their dog got more attention than I did. However, there were two white gentlemen behind me that were greeted. I decided to continue to shop, there were under 5 people in total at the store, me being the only person of color, not counting the ones working there. I eventually purchased an item and I was rarely spoken to up front only with a muttered thank you. It’s unfortunate that I was treated not like a valued customer. It will be my last and they should really work on the customer service.

Just love this special place. Wonderful selection. Great service. It's a Family favorite and been going there for years along with the location in Athens. Always kind and social people there to offer helpful advice. Perfect place to pickup Christmas gifts or anytime of year.

My favorite shop for used music in the Atlanta area. Not overwhelming in size, well organized, and laid back atmosphere. Great jazz selection, not overpriced. Good selection of CDs. Most used CD stores carry a lot of junk, but this selection is well managed. Highly recommend.

Updated Review: I have now been back here at least three times. I am an avid collector of Beach Boy records and many of mine have come from here. Amazing selection and owners! Gave me a slip mat when I asked if I could purchase one. Will be coming here for decades to come. Original Review: I came in here for the first time today looking for a record. Let’s just say I could’ve spent 5 days in the shop with the amount of music/selection!! I’ll be back soon to buy some records. Hopefully can get some good classics!!! Also, very sweet & friendly dog at the front.

Nice little record store. No muss, no fuss. Basic layout of CDs & vinyl, plenty of selection, and the option to special order. Staff is friendly, & helpful. Check them out.

Every Record Store Day I work. It’s Very hard to get away. I am normally “forced” to purchase my vinyl online which while convenient is not the experience I’m always looking for. Richard and team made it easy! I called they told me they had what I was looking for, I arrived early, waited in line and got what needed with ease. Highly recommend!

Knowledge and communication is on point. The atmosphere was down to Earth, no weird up selling or pressure. Great place to crate dig. The little furry Bushka is the perfect record store doggy.

Update: 6.28.22 I keep coming back over the years, and thought I should provide an update. This has become one of my favorte create digging spot. The R&B (Soul) section has grown over the years, in fact, I am not sure it has grown or that they have provided more relaste for it. But it is now easy to access. I have found some rare joints here and always vist this location about 2 times a month. Store seems organized very well. Seemed to lean more to Rock, Jazz and Classical. I was shocked the R&B section was somewhat smaller than I expected, yet I was able to find some Diamonds. It's the type of place I have on my once every 3 month visiting list. Because of the location I can see them getting much traffic for R&B, Soul or hip-hop to make me check them more often.

I visited Wuxtry in November, purchased a few old Johnny Winter album I didn't have yet and a brand new repress of a beautiful Thelonious Monk album I had been wanting. Great store - great selection - not too much crap to wade through - well displayed. They guys know their stuff also - so ask them. I will be back in town in August and will be stopping by again!

I decided to take a Sunday drive and was pleasantly surprised to find my 5th record store in Metro Atlanta. Wuxtry Records on N.Decatur Rd was awesome. I loved the old school vibe upon entering. The store layout was nice and it wasn't too crowded, so I could relax while sifting through rows of albums. Personally, I was impressed with the jazz section, where I found 2 sealed reasonably priced albums. I also found quite a few $5 used bargains in the jazz and R&B section for good measure. In closing, I was impressed with the customer service and great inventory at Wuxtry Records. I plan on returning in the near future and recommend it for people in the Atlanta vinyl community!

My go to neighborhood record store. What one would expect from a record store, a cozy, friendly shop. The selection is good considering the size of the store, I seem to find at least one used gem every time I go in and the staff is nice enough, but not in your face. The prices may be a tad high, but I know rent isn't cheap in the area and will pay a couple bucks to keep them around.

Quick Sunday trip to Decatur, well worth the time spent browsing through a solid assortment of hard to find albums. The fellas running the show were helpful and knowledgeable about availability and music in general. Found "Second Helping", Tribe Called Quest, and Billy Strings, happy camper. Offer to special order Primus and Puscifer. We will be shopping here in the future. Layout of store was consise and easy to follow. Prices were very fair and a great value overall.

Small but fun place to dig for vinyl. Got a nice little doggie too... staff is usually friendly, pricing not always great but ok

I visited this holiday season to grab a few records for a gift and the staff were helpful in finding what I was looking for. The store has much to offer but it can definitely get a little crowded as it's kind of tight in there. I visited a few other places who sell records but they were the best by far! Would definitely recommend. Also, there was a really cute corgi just hanging out at the register and that made me smile :)

5 stars for the record store doggie alone. I felt like some of the pricing was a little high but the selection was sooooo good that I had to cut myself off before I was even halfway through looking. Can't wait to go back! A+ selection - a little bit for everyone!

Great rock selection! Pretty standard prices. I left with two new records and a few used cds all of which I've been happy with. Owner is super friendly and chatted with me the better part of the time I was there.

Great record shop in the Druid Hills/ Decatur area. The staff here is pretty cool and they have a pretty healthy selection of classic rock, both new and used. Jazz isn't my bag- but they have a room dedicated to it. New titles are typically less expensive here than the places in little 5. I try to hit em up at least once a month.

I enjoy the atmosphere, the prices (especially the dollar CD bin where I always find at least one great album) and the employees have always been friendly and helpful.

A comprehensive selection of music, old and new, on vinyl. The place is old school, in a good way. Knowledgeable and helpful staff. I believe it's the best album store in the ATL.

Been here forever, nice selection of clearance items but don't expect a greeting from anyone helping here. The store is too crowded.

I went to high school less than a mile away from Wuxtry for 4 years and never gave it a second look. Last week I was getting some film developed at the Camera Doctor a few doors down and I had some time to kill ... So I went into Wuxtry. It's just like you would imagine an old record store to be; dark, crammed, and the stale smell of vinyl in the air. They have a DIVERSE vinyl collection and prices aren't too bad, comparable to other stores in the area. Some genres are lacking (i.e. hip-hop, country, DUB, etc) while others are thriving. The dollar bins out front can be a gold mine. I scored Teddy Pendergrass' debut album and John Denver's greatest hits in practically mint condition all for $2.14. So don't hesitant to look over those crates. Also there are $1 CDs. The man at the counter was pleasant at checkout, didn't have much interaction with him besides that. You can listen BEFORE YOU BUY (major plus). They also buy vinyl as well, so if you're looking to sale check them out.

Overview Hidden gem of a musty record store in which you feel cooler walking out of than you did walking in. Pros Reasonable prices Vast selection - records from floor to ceiling 'Step back in time to 70s' kind of an experience Cons Finding a record/section is not always intuitive

Visited this store for the first time about 2 months ago, early 2021. The owner is very cool, has been around the vinyl/music scene for many years. He showed me his postings of musician obituaries at the door jam, which was truly moving. The collection of used vinyl was interesting and reasonably priced, and the conversation was even better. I don't live in Atlanta, but anticipate recurring visits, and this store will be on my list of must-do stop-ins when I am there.

I had been going to Wuxtry for a while and had been very uneasy every time I went but this is the closest record shop near my home with a decent selection but that often depends on when I go. I have been uneasy because I am often "watched" when I am there. I went recently and decided to not keep going because of the poor or nonexistent service and the racist behavior of both of the guys at the front desk. When we entered as I always do, I went to the jazz section. Less than a minute later one of the guys came to the back and didn't speak to us or ask us if we needed help. My partner and I spoke about a particular album we were looking for and after a l other minute the guy came out the back asking if we were looking for anything from that artist which sounds to me like he was intentionally spying on my partner and I. Minutes later the other guy came by and walked past us without saying excuse me. If you know anything about Wuxtry the spaces are tight. After experiencing such surveillance and dismissive behavior we decided to leave and no longer patronize this store. This is not the first or second time this has happened but as it occurs with most instances of racism I had to give it another shot to see if I might've been overreacting. I was not. I WOULD ENCOURAGE BLACK FOLKS WHO LOVE VINYLS TO SHOP ELSEWHERE. I am done with them and will never step foot in there again.

Record store located between bicycle south and choco late coffee. Really neat little vinyl store. Found some good records for $1 each. Inside there are all kind of records from oldies to contemporary. There are cds and dvds too. It's nice to know in this digital age places like these are still around. Don't go out of business! I'll be back to support you.

I have been to many record shops in Atlanta and this has become my favorite. There are bins of records for a dollar before you walk in. I ended up buying 12 albums at a dollar a pop. Im not talking about just any kind of records but great artist in awesome condition. When you walk in, there are thousands of records to look through. Wuxtry is very organized and make looking for a great vinyl easy. I found a record from 1935 for a dollar. This is probably one of my best finds. Most record stores have records of bad quality with mold and scratches. Not Wuxtry, they take pride in the product they put out. Once again, this has become my favorite place and the prices are the best. Let me add that the staff is nice and knowledgeable.

Just had a weird experience while shopping at Wuxtry for the second time ever (just bought a turntable and am building my LP collection). I entered with my 10 year old son around 4pm today. A man working there was sitting up front by the cash register and a couple was browsing near the front. My son and I headed straight to the back as I knew that's where I wanted to start looking. The man nearly immediately got up from the cash register and came through the back room to the storage room. He didn't ask if we needed help/were looking for anything in particular, etc. A couple of minutes later, he emerged from the storage room and sat down on a seat just outside of the back room where we were. No register or anything for him to do there but sit. Again, he didn't ask if we needed help. I started to feel a little uncomfortable so we came to look up front for a minute. He just sat there and didn't say anything. I felt watched without justification and left. I don't know if he thought we'd steal or damage records, or if he was just worried seeing a kid, or maybe just dense and didn't realize that moving to follow us yet not offering help or saying hi made us feel watched when that wasn't his intent. In any event, I still don't know what to make of it, but have never felt that way in a store in my life. Not going back there again.

A little of everything here! Staff super helpful and knowledgeable about their inventory. Found some real gems!!!!

Wuxtry Decatur is a MUST visit Vinyl/CD store in Atlanta. Very reasonable pricing of everything in the store. They have very collectible vinyl on the wall behind the counter, make sure to look up! Have been shopping Wuxty for 20+ years. Owner Mark and Richard are great and will help you dig and find something you are looking for. Deep in Rock and Jazz. I find rare vinyl at Wuxtry all the time. Used CD section full of everything you could want by band. They play the best in-store music of any store ever visited. Have purchased many an in-store play! Worthy of 1-2 hours+, there is so much there to browse. And if you don't see it, ask, they may have it in the back or can order it for you. Wuxtry is an absolute treasure in Atlanta and one of the best Vinyl stores in the U.S. Free parking. And if you are in Athens, GA, definitely go to the store where R.E.M met and worked.

For all us music geeks, there's a handful of places that we all go to in Atlanta... Wuxtry, Criminal, Wax'n'Fax, Decatur CD, and the Book Nook... You may as well add Earwax (for hip-hop) and Fantasyland (if they're still around) to that list.... Some of us go rummaging for old 12-inches for our turntable, while others scour the used CD bins for some great bargains. Some are looking for the limited edition, collector's item from a favorite indie band, while others enjoy the ritual of pulling out an album that's got us curious, looking over the artwork and liner notes, and getting a chance to play the disc before buying it... Part of the fun is the discovery of something new, something fresh, before it eventually blows up. (That's the music geek in me). Over the past several years, the rise of digital music has killed music retailers, and I'll be the first to admit, I'm more likely to sample and download an album from the comfort my laptop, rather than paying more at a retailer... With that being said, if independent retailers could keep their prices competitive, I think that most of us would rather give our dough to them, rather than to Steve Jobs. The pluses about Wuxtry: --Solid collection of used CDs, often anywhere from $4-$7 bucks. Also, its not filled mostly with crap that's been sitting there since 1991 - there's actually some very good albums in there. --Good selection of "geek" genres: indie, jazz, blues, old school stuff, new school obscure stuff... Namely anything non Top 40. --Just "okay" when it comes to hip-hip, bluegrass, country... But then again, their demographic is college kids, and ex-hippies and dopesmokers in Decatur... This place has seen me go from punk rocker, to a college DJ, and now, on my way to being an old fart. I will continue to support them (when their prices are competitive), and so should you.

When I worked at a record shop in the Midwest in the 80's, I had a couple of mint condition promotional posters for R.E.M.'s "Fables of the Reconstruction" album. This is one of the only things I ever regret throwing out. On Ebay they would sell for big bucks today. Or they'd be right at home here at Wuxtry Decatur. Putting aside the inventory, this place has unmatched ambience. Wuxtry operates out of a small, narrow space in a convenient strip mall near Emory U. The owners maintains a busy decor of promo posters of 1970s and early 1980s bands, and similar swag which look like they've been around since the 1970s and early 1980s. For example, a life-size cardboard stand-up of Debbie Harry from the Blondie "Plastic Letters" album (1977). Probably have had it since the album came out. Without being a head shop, Wuxtry best preserves the shopping experience in an independent retail record store serving the throngs of teenage baby boomer consumers that propelled album sales of the era into the tens of billions of dollars. Wuxtry carries a low to medium volume of used CDs in bins organized by letter that could use some culling. The CD booklets are kept in worn plastic sheaths that have probably been used since CDs were invented, and now smell--well, plasticky. The disks themselves are kept behind the counter and matched at time of purchase. Wuxtry carries a specialized, targeted selection of new CDs and some boxed sets. Wuxtry's considerable vinyl album inventory suits buyers wanting classic (including 80's MTV-era) indie rock and those with other specialized tastes.

I have been coming to this record store off and on since 1996. The staff is always very helpful and puts up my show posters (so they're also down for supporting the local music scene). The prices are very reasonable considering the grade of records they carry. There is a listening station so you can sample your goods prior to purchase. THAT'S A BIG PLUS FOR ME! For a gig once I needed to stock up on some male vocal swing & big band swing and they guided to some gems at a good price. Now for the digging! There is a wide variety of music in the store, however I normally spend most of my time in the small back room. This is were you'll find the following: Funk / Soul: Large section of used LP's in good cond and again priced well. Some 12" singles are also mixed in. The selection is nice and deep. ENJOY! Disco: Maybe 2 rows of Disco, mostly LP's, but I can usually walk out with 1-3 Disco 12" singles as well. Reggae / Rocksteady / Ska / Dub: There is a small section that seems like it has grown in the past 4 years from 1 row to 3 rows now think. Most of what you'll find are NEW sealed reissues and compilations, but there are also some used 12" singles & LP's mixed in. Sometimes there is even a 10" & 7", but those are rare and usually promo items (not that that really matter). There is also a small African, SOCA and Calypso section. DO NOT OPEN ANYTHING SEALED. **Seems like there is a single row beside that, that may be divided up into Latin/ Brazilian I don't exactly recall. I have found some good 70's Latin LP's out of there. Jazz: I'm not a big Jazz head but I do love a certain Soul Jazz sound that started around 1969 and still lives on today. There is some of that in there, as well as, any other kind of Jazz you could possibly be into. I usually only skim the surface of the Jazz choosing the floor bin with the newly received records. I usually find a couple of gems in there and if time permits I dig into the wall. It's ALOT Jazz!!! (but it's organized well) Rap / Hip-Hop: Small section...not really that great overall, but I do find a classic in there from time to time. It's worth a look.

Wuxtry's been around for a long while and their store is a bit different than your average record shop. We used to drive 30 minutes to get here back when I was 16 to shuffle through the bins of new and used CDs. They have a lot in a very little space here. The decor of this place reminds me a lot of the store featured in High Fidelity. The staff never seems to say much so I don't know that I'd liken them to that crew. It's pretty quiet in here, and most of the info you could want on new releases is written behind the counter on a display board. If you have some time it may be worth it to come scour the used bins of CDs and/or records, depending on which you're looking for. I've found a lot of hidden gems here over the years, but it's kind of luck of the draw. I'd probably shop here before I'd go in a place like Wax n Facts, just because I get better vibes overall.

Forgot that they had a $1 table for CDs and I definitely took advantage. Got five CDs for $5.55. Sounds like a Dominos deal but you're actually getting a quality product out of it. Definitely has the feel of a local record store and should be supported. I'm gonna pick up the new Kings of Leon album when it comes out instead of getting it cheaper on iTunes.

Very cool store. Great selection and prices on country and folk. Lots of good jazz, soul, and international, as well, all in the back room. Tons of customers in and out during the hour I was there so I imagine the rock inventory (in front) turns over quickly. Most everything I pulled was in VG+ or better condition. I'll definitely put aside an hour or two to spend in this place every time I visit Atlanta.

The favorite record store in Atlanta, period. How so? Best stories. A library of cool and what was once cool and still is today. Stop in and make a couple of friends who know much more then just music, yet they know leaps and bounds about sounds and what you haven't yet heard or know about. That's why it doesn't get any cooler then Wuxtry.

Usually my #1 stop for used vinyl when I come home to visit Atlanta. It has a huge selection, the vinyl's always cleaned well and priced fairly for its condition, and the guys there are nice to boot. Some caveats that prevented a five-star rating: - If you're buying CDs (which I rarely am), the experience can be pretty frustrating. The booklets have been removed from the cases and placed in little slipcases, which (for used albums) are only vaguely sorted within each letter of the alphabet. For me, browsing through the unsorted booklets is just irritating. - If you're looking for anything besides rock, oldies, or jazz, good luck - the selection's not so hot. This store is great in terms of "classic" stuff (probably half of my library was purchased here), but not so much beyond that. - The good stuff gets cleaned out fast. This comes with any busy record store, but the best finds are almost always in the "New Arrivals" crate. Beyond that, it's only occasionally that you'll find sweet stuff. Despite the above criticisms, I still always make sure to come here when I'm nearby, which is more than I can say for any other record store in Atlanta.

Wuxtrey is a bit out of the way for me and that is just fine. That keeps me from living there full-time to go through their exceptional inventory of vinyl. It is a small space but very comfortable and so full of well-priced records that it always results in a two-hour visit followed by great purchases. The staff is also very helpful.

This record store would have been a great experience, but what I found when I got home ruined it. I bought 3 records, standard entries into a rock library for the most part. Nothing super rare, but all records that could be considered desirable. 2 Records had small /but major warps and the last one had a massive scratch down side 2. The warps are both on track one, so you cant play that track at all without the needle skipping. I was so pissed because all the records I bought had tape over it so you couldnt check out the condition. That generally means "Hey we checked out this record and it looks VG+ to Mint and we dont want a million people to put their paws on it.", but this was "Hey we saw this respectable title has a huge damn warp in it, we want to charge full used price and get rid of this title and tape it so they dont find out until they get home." So that was major bullsh*t. It wouldnt have been worth it to drive back from Alpharetta and try to haggle with them. lesson learned I suppose. Always insist to look at the condition of the record. Just the fact that they had those out to sell shows you how they treat the business. RULE #1 - IF A RECORD HAS A WARP DONT F'N SELL IT AND CHARGE FULL PRICE BECAUSE IT"S USELESS IF YOU CANT PLAY IT!!!! WARP=DOLLAR BIN. I know what a great record store is and this one really let me down. While I was shopping I was thinking I'd definitely be back, but that changed once I got home and was ready to listen to my purchase. I'd say it was maybe an oversight if it were one record, but three? I've pretty much been to every used (vinyl) record store in ATL. I'm going to stick with my top two favorites Full Moon and Fantasyland. Maybe pepper in Wax n Facts for good measure. They price records by what the quality of the product is, not just by what name is on it.

This is where I buy music. I live closer to Wax'n'Facts and Criminal than I do to Wuxtry but I will only buy music at Wuxtry (unless I'm out of state). I've been going to Wuxtry since I was 18- maybe longer. I've never felt like I was lacking coolness or that my musical tastes were not up to their standards. I've asked for them to order a specific record/ s or CD/s and time and time again they've ordered it AND a couple of others that they thought I might like. Even though I'm one of those customers who may go a few months without going into the store (because I'm too broke to buy music) but they always know me and are friendly and helpful! Wuxtry carries used and new CDs and Vinyl (and I bet they've got some tapes in there, too). They've usually got some kind of sale going on with the stuff that isn't as in demand- now and then you might be able to snag a handful of vinyl for $5.00 even! If you have a minute to stop and talk to one of the employees you'll surely leave with some bands to check out and see if you like. The vibe here isn't super cool fashionable dudes working behind the counter- it's people who LOVE music and have it racing through their veins. If you want to cut through the bullshit that is so key to other local record stores then you should go to Wuxtry. And be sure to check out their Athens location. All of you R.E.M. fans will recall that this is the location where Peter Buck started before moving to Athens!

I spent sooooo much time and money here in my high school and college years. The guys here really know their stuff. I credit them for introducing me to some amazing music as soon as it hit the shelves - most memorably Jeff Buckley. Thanks Wuxtry!

Great vinyl and cd store. If you are looking for a rare, new, classical, just fun piece of vinyl - this is your place!

Only good if you like dull indie/classic rock standards, but if you want anything with a pulse, I'd try elsewhere. Nonexistent punk selection.

This place has a good mix of vinyl. Obscurities for the collector, strange genres for the hipsters, and classics for the beginners. The owner seems helpful enough. I have bought several titles here and they were in good shape for the price. I was able to open and inspect them all before buying with no flack from the owner.

I've been shopping here since 1986. Great vinyl selection. Good selection of used CDs and new releases. If you want something a couple of years old they might not have it, but you should have bought it when it was new. Friendly service, decent value on trade ins, and the prices are pretty reasonable too.

This is a very small shop but somehow packs a pretty good cross section of standard records for every taste. The prices are a few dollars cheaper than Criminal, Wax n Fax and Fantasyland but the records seem to be a little less carefully screened and cleaned, so you have to really check them out before buying.

Great selection, and nice folks who work there! Wish the country section in the back was easier to look through.

Half the fun of searching the stacks for the perfect used CD is enjoying the fun/funny/funky mix these guys are listening to themselves. Wall-papered respectfully with musical obituaries, the doorway is an under-appreciated memorial to our recently departed greats and almost-greats. To risk being negative, I can't never find nothing I wouldn't not buy there.

Great place to search for music and dvds. Very helpful in finding hard to find music. Cool employees - really knows their stuff. Reasonable prices - good music.

Great to be able stop by Wuxtry again yesterday on a quick trip through Atlanta & as usual to take home some interesting records. Stunning, in some ways, when I realize that it has been over 30 years since I first spotted your store while visiting my father, who was in the VA Hospital down the street. Bought the Lou Reed album "Growing Up In Public" on that day, the first of hundreds of quick visits to Wuxtry through the decades.

If I could only save one record store in Atlanta, it would be the venerable Wuxtry Records. Atlanta's location has been around since at least the early 1980s--I remember digging through crates back in high school, delighting in vintage finds like Desolation Boulevard by Sweet or a used copy of something current like Squeezing Out Sparks by Graham Parker and the Rumor. I also remember taking Never Mind the Bollocks, Here's the Sex Pistols up to the counter and having the guy describe it as one of the greatest rock and roll albums of all time. I didn't get what he was saying at the time, but I understood soon enough. They remain the best used record store in the city, but they also intelligently stock new vinyl and CDs, including a nice collection of jazz titles. For my money, there's no better place to spend an hour on a Saturday afternoon. Wuxtry Records in Atlanta is sort of the standard bearer of what a record store is supposed to look, sound and act like. An Atlanta treasure.

Really good used record store... be nice if they stocked new vinyl

Such a shame that a couple people rated this shop with just one star. One guy, Nick, found his records were warped and scratched when he got home. Did he bother to call Wuxtry to find a resolution? No. Did he use the turntable that they have sitting on the counter for all customers to use before he bought? No. That's his error. Not the store's. And might I add that what may play great on their system might play differently for him on his system. I don't work for them, but they are an important part of the community in Decatur and they deserve a fair shake. These guys have been survivors because they have a great array of LPs in very, very good condition. You don't last as long as they do without doing a bunch of things right. And if you take the time to introduce yourself and act like a human, they will respond as such. Great music, great prices, very nice people to do business with. Highly, highly recommend stopping by and finding great tunes. I like their new arrivals bin the best.