15 Best Record Stores in Hamburg

Plattenrille rewards an unhurried browse, with an unusually deep vinyl selection that stretches across genres. The shelves include well-kept second-hand records at sensible prices , while its buying and selling service makes the shop relevant both for collectors hunting down additions and anyone ready to move records on. Set at Grindelhof 29, it is a particularly worthwhile Eimsbüttel stop for dedicated crate-diggers.

Zardoz Records is a long-established Hamburg record shop on Marktstraße, with more than 30 years in the city’s music retail scene. Its shelves cover a broad span of genres, while indie and alternative are particular strengths .

The selection combines brand-new records with second-hand finds, making it useful for both focused searches and unhurried browsing. Clear organization helps shoppers move through the range efficiently, and the pricing is a notable part of the appeal. It suits collectors who want depth without limiting themselves to a single style. Shopping is available in store, and in-store pickup offers a practical alternative for planned purchases. The Marktstraße address makes a convenient addition to a Hamburg record-shopping route, while the breadth of the selection can also reward a dedicated visit.

Norma Jean Records at Mundsburger Damm 55 offers a wide genre selection with records for different budgets, from affordable finds to rare pieces priced at the higher end. Several copies or versions of a title may be available, which is useful for collectors comparing pressings and condition.

The shop has a friendly, welcoming feel and suits both a quick stop and a careful search through the shelves. On-site service adds a personal dimension to the buying process.

LEMME KNOW Records on Seilerstraße 24 is a carefully arranged destination for house, soulful house and disco vinyl. The selection is notably curated rather than broad and generic, making it a natural stop for focused electronic-music browsing in Hamburg.

Local pickup and on-site services are available, while the regular schedule is limited to appointments or collection arrangements rather than standard walk-in hours.

Selekta Reggae Record Shop on Schulterblatt 18 is a specialist destination for reggae, dub, soul, roots, and dancehall vinyl. Its selection includes old-school and contemporary releases, with particular appeal for collectors searching for original 7-inch singles and harder-to-find cuts.

Fischkopp-Plattenshop is a compact Hamburg record store at Grabenstraße 4 with a clear specialist identity: hardcore punk, crust, Oi, metal, and grindcore. It is the kind of place that rewards listeners looking beyond mainstream shelves and searching for heavy, underground sounds.

Pure Soul Records is a Hamburg shop for collectors who enjoy digging beyond standard releases. At Kohlhöfen 17, its strongest draw is a deep selection of rarities , with enough breadth to reward an unhurried browse rather than a rushed stop.

Remoto Records brings a relaxed vinyl stop to Neuer Kamp 32 in Altona, with new and second-hand records to browse and a team ready to lend a hand. You can also enjoy a drink while listening, making it an easy place to combine record hunting with a little local music atmosphere.

On Erikastraße in Hamburg-Eppendorf, Ju-Ju Trumpet is a record shop built around a broad, well-organized selection. New vinyl makes up much of the stock, complemented by secondhand finds for shoppers who still want an element of surprise.

HANSEPLATTE at Neuer Kamp 32 is a record store with a strong Hamburg identity, focusing on music from the city. The attractive space combines a local-minded selection with friendly, attentive service , including recommendations tailored to the person browsing.

It is particularly appealing for visitors looking for Hamburg artists, distinctive regional releases, or a thoughtful music gift. The team’s willingness to play different sounds when helping with a choice makes the visit feel personal rather than purely transactional.

For more than 30 years, Slam Records has been a destination for vinyl in Hamburg’s Schanzenviertel. Its shop at Schulterblatt 104 combines an established neighborhood presence with a collection built for curious digging .

Cruise Records at Seilerstraße 56 combines a physical record shop with a clear online-shopping setup, including new arrivals and pre-orders. The store is especially appealing for rock-oriented browsing, with in-store shopping, collection options and practical pickup services available for local purchases.

Michelle Records has served music shoppers at Gertrudenkirchhof 10 since 1977, offering records and CDs across a wide range of artists and genres. The shop is designed for browsing, with enough variety to reward both a focused search and an exploratory visit.

Minigroove is a compact record store on Simon-von-Utrecht-Straße, well suited to vinyl digging in Hamburg’s St. Pauli area. Its collection covers multiple genres, with a particularly strong focus on second-hand records in good condition .

The shop is densely arranged, which adds to the crate-digging character but can make browsing less comfortable when the store is busy. It is open from 12 to 6 pm Monday to Saturday, and closed on Sundays.

Back Records – Vinyl in St. Pauli is a friendly neighbourhood record shop on Wohlwillstraße 24, with a practical, easy-going approach to browsing. The store offers a mix of music to explore and is well suited to a short stop while walking through St. Pauli.