The Complete Guide to Record Stores in Asheville, NC

Asheville's music scene punches way above its weight. A city of 95,000 with more live venues per capita than Nashville—and the record stores to match.

Quick Stats

Total record stores: 8+
Best for rare finds: Harvest Records
Best for budget crates: Voltage Records
Best neighborhood: West Asheville

The Essential Stops

Harvest Records

The flagship. Asheville's largest and most beloved record store. Two floors of vinyl, CDs, and music gear. The staff knows their stuff—ask for recommendations.

Address: 415 Haywood Rd, West Asheville
Known for: Deep jazz, soul, and Americana sections
Vibe: Community hub, always busy

Pro tip: Check the basement for deals. The upstairs is curated; downstairs is where you dig.

Voltage Records

Punk, metal, hardcore—Voltage is the spot for heavier fare. But don't sleep on their dollar bins; they move a lot of volume and good stuff slips through.

Address: 1025 Haywood Rd, West Asheville
Known for: Punk, metal, indie, local releases
Vibe: DIY, no-frills, passionate

Static Age Records

Small but mighty. Static Age focuses on quality over quantity. Expect a tight selection of rock, punk, and indie with zero filler.

Address: 68 N Lexington Ave, Downtown
Known for: Curated selection, rare pressings

The Vinyl Crawl: Walking Itinerary

Duration: Half day (3-4 hours)
Best day: Saturday morning

West Asheville Route

Harvest Records (9am) - Start here, spend an hour
Coffee at Odd's Cafe - Fuel up
Voltage Records (11am) - 30 minutes
Lunch at Sunny Point Cafe - Biscuits are mandatory

Downtown Route (afternoon)

Static Age Records (1pm) - 30 minutes
Hunted Hare Vintage (2pm) - 30 minutes
Beer at Burial Beer Co. - Celebrate your finds

Tips for Digging in Asheville

Go Early Saturday: Harvest restocks Friday night
Chat Up the Staff: They'll point you to gold
Don't Skip West Asheville: The best shops are on Haywood Road
Bring Cash: Some smaller spots are cash-only

Beyond Records

Live Music

The Orange Peel - National acts
The Grey Eagle - Intimate shows

While You're There

Sunny Point Cafe - Breakfast institution
12 Bones - BBQ Obama ate
Burial Beer Co. - Award-winning brewery

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