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Where are the best places to find discount used records in Seattle?

I know that Seattle has great independent record stores, like Easy Street and Jive Time, but I'm looking for a place that I can go to with 20 dollars and walk out with a few good records.

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  • Gold-head_small
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    Bop Street's not really "discount", though. the guy who runs that shop is a little nuts, and depending on his mood you may end up paying book price for stuff -- which is ridiculous, since they're not Near Mint. If you do go, be sure to visit the basement, though.

    Fremont Sunday Market has one or two record sellers with small but reasonably tasty stocks. It's also close to Jive Time, which isn't cheap but has great stuff. The underground antique mall in Fremont has some of Jive Time's overflow at reduced prices (and quality, and selection).

    I gave up on Second Time Around in the U-District a long time ago, as my patience for pawing through terrible records that appear to have been chewed by dogs has worn thin, but I've heard they've gotten better. There are gems in there, though, if you have patience, and if your tastes are obscure you may get away with incredible steals. I found The Judys there for a dollar!

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  • Happyme_small
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    Have you tried Bop Street on Ballard Ave in Ballard? They're even having a sale this Saturday, the 18th, as part of Record Store Day... bring in a Sonic Boom receipt and get 20% off!

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  • Ja1935t_small
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    golden oldies! look up the addy yourself, also totally trash in everett,basement of public market on hewitt ave. tell chris bret sent ya!

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