Lou's Records
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Customer Reviews (18 reviews)
Jessica A.
on Judys Book Jun 15, 2009Lou's has been around as long as I've lived in Encinitas, and it never disappoints. Great selection of records and CDs, both mainstream and rare. I love checking out the old VHS tapes for .99 cents!... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch May 27, 2006Laid-back, music-geek Mecca, featuring new, used and rare CDs, tapes, vinyl, DVDs and more; plus live in-store shows. Knowledgeable staff. (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 30, 2005If you love music, you can lose your head inside Lou's for hours, picking through every conceivable genre. They are especially good for finding indie and rare/OOP items. Unfortunately their service is lackluster,... (more)
Albert L.
on Judys Book Aug 21, 2005IF you want to buy CD or records, you should check this place out. This place has basically everything you need for entertaiment. THe place is great, the people are friendly and knowledgable on the old stuff or the new... (more)
Jennifer K.
on Judys Book Aug 14, 2005Lou's Records is a great place to find new music, or old music if that's what you're into. They sell LP's, as well as CD's, in addition to some other music-related merchandise.They have two separate buildings on the... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Aug 13, 2005Lou's Records is a great place to find new music, or old music if that's what you're into. They sell LP's, as well as CD's, in addition to some other music-related merchandise. They have two separate buildings on the... (more)
christian s.
on Judys Book Aug 12, 2005Lou's records is the largest independent music store in San Diego. Tower Records and other chains don't even compare to their wide selection. Along with the variety of genres, this location has live performances of... (more)
Melissa J.
on Judys Book Aug 09, 2005There is something for everyone at Lou's. The second-hand store is so comprehensive you can find just about anything, heaps of vinyl also! The new releases are well priced compared to 'chain stores' and this great... (more)
Edward T.
on Judys Book Aug 07, 2005Legendary, Lou's Records has an overwhelming selection of CDs, records, and DVDs. The employees are knowledgeable and friendly, and even have a good sense of humor! It would take days and days to go through their... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Aug 05, 2005Legendary, Lou's Records has an overwhelming selection of CDs, records, and DVDs. The employees are knowledgeable and friendly, and even have a good sense of humor! It would take days and days to go through their... (more)
Peter L.
on Judys Book Jul 22, 2005Best buy is pretty good at having many of the new releases but when it comes to the smaller and more up and coming acts, they have nothing on Lou's. There's almost no album you can't find here and the prices are not that... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jun 13, 2005Lou's helps me keep faith in North County. It's got all of the wierd, hard to find music that I like. Seriously, if you are looking for some record or CD, Lou's has it or can get it. Check out their bargain room too, which... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch May 17, 2005This is a great store. There is everything from band tee shirts, to local Music, to even rare box sets. The store is divided into two seperate buildings, one new and one used. They have virtually everything at great... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch May 09, 2005Whenever i need a new addition to my cd collection I always head to Lou's first. If its not here it dosn't exsist. They also have many popular and obscure band tees (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch May 04, 2005Lous records is one of the best record stores you will ever find. There are just loads of them, they have almost everything. The place is pretty small, but you dont really need that much room for records. If you ever cant... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Apr 12, 2005This place has anything and everything you need that has to do with music. I am simply shocked at how big the muisc selection is. i have never had a problem finding a cd ive been looking for new or used. This place also... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Apr 12, 2005I went to Lou's records for a meet and greet and eat of one of my favorite bands, Thrice. I loved it there,. The store has a nice atmosphere and a lot of free swag such as sampler CDs and posters. The prices are better than... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Apr 02, 2005This is a great store. There is everything from band tee shirts, to local Music, to even rare box sets. The store is divided into two seperate buildings, one new and one used. They have virtually everything at great... (more)