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Waterloo Records and Video

600A N Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78703
Phone: (512) 474-2500
Fax: (512) 474-2525

Ratings & Reviews Summary for Waterloo Records and Video

What Users are Saying:

  • Well-organized
  • Good selection
  • Low prices
  • Knowledgeable staff
  • Easy parking
5 Star Rating
 
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User Reviews for Waterloo Records and Video

Citysearch (5), Judy's Book (1), All (6)

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

05/10/2008 Posted by oilman1

Greetings, To anyone who doubts that time machines and record stores are mutually exclusive, or in fact may not exist, just, for your own clarification, travel to downtown Austin and go to Waterloo Music. In a nanosecond you can travel seamlessly from 1958 to 2008 (and actually have kind, informed, pleasant travel attendants to guide you on your journey....I've even gotten great suggestions from fellow searchers. Last night I found, on one my numerous trips to this mecca, a MINT copy of Uncle Tupeloe's double album on 180 gm English vinyl...what a treat as I put it all on my Revox reel-to-reel for uninterrupted listening...at those times when changing sides or lp's just isn't the thing to be doing. I not only recommend it, if you do go, it is you misfortune...you will not find another, travel where you might. oilman

Pros: If you want it, it will be there or they will do a Cirque de Soliel act to find it

Cons: On Friday and Saturday afternoons, relax, have a valium and a cold beer, there may be a wait...so what...been to the airport lately?

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/28/2007 Posted by austinriverrunner

As a music junkie I can tell you that if you can't find it anywhere else, you're ALMOST always assured to find it at Waterloo. They have a great selection of a ton of different kinds of music and I LOVE that they don't sort by genre, just alphabetically. In these days of blurred lines between genres it's sometimes hard to tell what section to look in. When it's all listed alphabetically it makes it a lot easier to find what you need. Yay Waterloo!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

12/03/2006 Posted by amandagraceh

I can't pass through Austin without stopping at Waterloo to get all the albums I can't find at other places.

Pros: great atmosphere, staff, and shows

Cons: usually very crowded

4 Star Rating: Recommended

10/24/2005 Posted by timtest100

It's been awhile since I have been in a record store that went without the pretentious feel of the big warehouses in LA but on a recent trip to Austin I found this record store to be just what I was looking for. A great selection, low key sales people that know their stuff, and just a general atmosphere that is comfortable to shop in. I will be back for sure.

Pros: Great selection, Decent Prices

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/20/2005 Posted by crisangelini4

Great music selection including local artists. Try to attend an in store. They are great.

Editor's Review

One of the country's most revered music stores, and one of the best place to check out local performers.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

When to Go

Live performances and record releases are held almost weekly, usually at 5pm. High-quality talent and free beer draw crowds; arrive at least an hour early for a parking spot.

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Directory & Services Information

Parking

  • Lot

Hours

  • Mon-Sat 10am-11pm
  • Sun 12pm-11pm

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • Check
  • Gift Certificate
  • Discover
  • American Express
  • MasterCard

Recognition for Waterloo Records and Video

2007 Editorial Winner - Music and Movies
2006 Editorial Winner - Music and Movies
2008 Audience Winner - Spot to Find Your Soulmate
2007 Audience Winner - Music and Movies
2005 Audience Winner - Music and Movies

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