Video Only has a great selection of TVs with decent prices, a good selection and warranties. The staff is easy to negotiate with, there are few gimmicks. It has an excellent inventory and better deals than Best Buy and Sears on large flat-panel TVs. It has great customer service... but, above all, the staff offers great insight and years of experience in helping you make the right decision. Several of the salespeople know the industry and can compare different systems in real time.
Batish's is a music store that specializes in Indian music. It offers lessons, CDs, videos and musical instruments such as sitars and tablas. From the friendly and talented teachers, you can learn to play the sitar, tabla, tanpura, dholak and harmonium as well as Indian vocal instruction. Check Batish's website for the schedule of owner Ashwin Batish's and other artists' local performances.
Television technology is constantly evolving and changing, and keeping it all straight can be daunting. Since 2006, this branch of Video Only mainly sells televisions and has stayed up-to-date with the latest technology. Video Only also sells A/V accessories such as cables and TV stands and offers TV installation service.
Founded in 1988 and now owned by Four Winds West, an organization supporting at-risk young adults, Bedrock Music & Video is your local resource for purchasing all types of music and renting DVDs. It has a good selection of new and used music and makes special orders twice a week if there's ever a title you're looking for that they don't already have in stock. Bedrock Music & Video has hosted live music events, including a performance by Michael Franti, and is hoping to have more events like this in the future. For DVD rentals, new releases are $4 for two nights, and stock titles are $3 for 5 nights (prices as of 2011). To learn more about Bedrock Music & Video, please visit their website or stop in to check it out in person.
CD Trader is a music and video retailer of vinyl records, CDs and DVDs, including Blu-Ray discs. The independent store first opened in Thousand Oaks and expanded to Tarzana about 10 ago. New and used products are available. It also buys old CDs and DVDs.
Armadillo Music, located across from Posh Bagel on F St., is a locally-owned music shop that provides its customers with an eclectic selection of all genres of music. The shop isn't large, but makes the most of its available space, often with an outdoor display, weather permitting. Armadillo has vinyl and cds, with a selection of DVDs as well; most of the DVDs are used. Not only does Armadillo Music sell its wares, but it is open to buying/trading used material from the public as well; they only ask that you bring your ID when you do so. The store also sells its own shirts!
Founded in 1956 by Leonard Gordon, Canterbury Records provides products to several different market sectors that include the general public, public libraries, schools and dealers. The retail store features hundreds of thousands of titles in a wide range of genres, including big band, vocal, show, blues, theatre organ, country, world music, jazz and current hits.
C & L Music sells myriad musical instruments and offers lessons. The instruments for sale included flutes, bass guitars, drums and more. There are instructions on bowed strings, percussion, piano, woodwind and an assortment of other instruments. In addition, instrument repair also is available for customers. C & L Music has been in business for more than 15 years.
Shrimati's has one of the best selections of Indian and Asian music and video in the Bay Area. Records, DVDs, and CDs are everywhere here, though they do find space to sell a small number of silk dresses and scarves. Check out the well-developed website for those wanting to shop from home.
The Record Man's inventory of LPs, 45s, and 78s is practically unmatched by any store in the nation. DJ's and collectors will delight in this vast collection of music, sheet music, and music memorabilia. The selection of used CDs and tapes is also extensive and constantly growing. Something of a library and music archive, consider the record man a reservoir of knowledge.
Old Town records is located on Main street in the Old Town section of Temecula. It specializes in vinyl records and always offers two-for-a-dollar specials. The record shop is intimate and fit into a long tunnel-like space. The walls are tastefully decorated with antiques, and music memorobilia. A record player spins music at the front of the store for customers to listen to.
Bagatelle Records is one of Los Angeles County's last few standing record and vinyl stores. It carries a wide selection of 45s, LPs, 78s and 12-inch singles, as well as CDs and music memorabilia. It is owned and operated by Steve Mintz.
Planet Video is located on El Centro Avenue in the heart of Hollywood. It is a film and video processing company. It has been operating for 15 years and it's known as a place to get quality work at reasonable prices. Planet Video specializes in creating demo reels for the entertainment industry. Actors can have their scenes cut and edited, including graphics and titles. Call or visit the website for pricing and more information.
Comics Factory is a comic book store known for its nice and helpful staff; it is perfect for a seasoned pro or a newbie just getting into comics. The store is big and offers a wide selection books and trades.
After 20 years in Berkeley, Mod Lang recently moved to this El Cerrito. The record store carries everything from indie to '60s and '70s reissues, modern rock and folk rock. There is also a sizable $1 record bin. The shop is tucked away in a clean and safe alleyway off Fairmount street. Many items can be special ordered by request.