Went in with a friend for new wheels, bearings and grip tape for their board. The guy who served us was really cool, took us through everything and explained without being patronising or trying to upsell. Can recommend if you're looking for a skateshop without the macho/snobby BS.
More of a skate shop then a record store for me (taste is subjective) the vinyl selection was poor. But if your dj theres more selcetion for your mixtapes.
Vinyl selection is smaller than last year, but the prices are quite decent, and the staff is always excellent. And I always appreciate a listening station.
I was hanging outside the store after hours minding my own business waiting when a woman came rushing out to tell me that the wood beneath the window is very fragile and I shouldn’t touch it. I found it a very odd advice plus she seemed really suspicious and unkind - next day I see someone selling wares and things placed on this same “very fragile” window wood - I added an extra star as I may be making a big deal about nothing and sorry if I am but maybe if she was nicer I’d not be misinterpreting the message
I recently checked out Sound Central during my first visit to Montreal. I noticed a few records that caught my eye on the discogs page so I had an idea of what kinda stuff was there
There's lots of residential area around the shop so finding parking wasn't too bad. Shawn the owner was super welcoming, personable, funny, and helpful. He's been apart of the Montreal music scene for many years and has lots of cool stories.
The shop is organized well and has mix of used and new vinyl. He definitely has more used selection which is just what I'm into. He also carries some cassettes and CDs. Lots of genes too poke through, but I spent more time on the punk, hardcore, and alternative bins. The inside of the shop is also cool with lots of posters, flyers, and other stuff adorning the walls and ceiling.
The prices were very fair and condition of everything I was interested in was good. Shawn even hooked me up with a tape from his 90's punk band Blood Sausage. I'm so glad I stopped here and would recommend checking this shop out!