This two-level emporium in a high-ceilinged loft space in Chinatown has CDs and vinyl as far as the eye can see plus a knowledgeable staff and a plethora of apparel, audio equipment, books and other music-related gear. This is a music nerd’s one-stop shop.

Books aren’t all they do at this used chain with spots throughout the city. There’s also a ton of music that can be found here, and you’re welcome to bring in your old stuff to them as well.

This chain with stores in Little Italy and Roncesvalles Village sells music and books as well, but the truly grungy and eccentric environment has way more personality than a big box store.

Bloordale has this cool shop that’s always pumping music out its front door. With awesome themed window displays and band merch, this little store stands out.

This sleek shop in the Junction is loaded with music and books as well as DVDs and vinyl. Great place to find stuff outside the usual pop.

Buy, sell or trade at this Little Italy store with a selection of CDs, vinyl, cassettes, Blu-Rays and even audio equipment worth poring over. Prices are low and staff are rumoured to hand out ten percent discount cards at random.

This place is as eccentric as the Yonge and Dundas neighbourhood it’s located in, but it’s been around for over 20 years so their stock has some hidden treasures.