Sell your album collection for cash today!
Call or Text Andy 7 days a week to sell your old albums for cash
414-232-7606
Want To Sell a Large Album Collection? We Come to You!
Fast, simple, honest, and friendly :)
We buy old vinyl record albums for cash every day! We’ve earned an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau for our fair offers.
We also buy certain tapes, CDs and stereo equipment.
Text, Call or Email Andy to start the process today!
Looking for where to sell vinyl records near me?
Look no further! Andy is a serious record collector and DJ who pays you cash for records today.
Selling your used vinyl records to a local store like We Buy Records is more practical and profitable than using online platforms such as eBay or Facebook Marketplace. You will:
Save time and hassle
Get a fair price
Avoid fees and scams
Declutter your space
Not have to move heavy records!
Online selling requires labor-intensive tasks and expert skills like grading record conditions, identifying correct pressings, handling customer service and returns, and dealing with potential scams. Andy and the We Buy Records buyers offer upfront cash, handle all these tasks, and even haul away heavy records from your location!
Types of Albums and Related Things We Buy
We ARE looking for Vinyl LPs (big 12” records) and 45s (small 7” records) in the genres of Soul, Rock, Jazz, Gospel, Rap, Disco, World, Funk, Folk, some Soundtrack, Avant Garde, Punk, Metal, Indie etc.
We DO BUY some cassette tapes, CDs, and stereo gear (turntables, receivers, and speakers) but are fairly picky about them. Check our page HERE to read more about we can and cannot consider for purchase.
Types of Albums We DON’T Want!
We DO NOT BUY 78s (some call them VICTROLA records), Edison, Xmas, Children’s, Big Band, Broadway Musical, Country, most Classical, Crooner (Sinatra, etc), Easy Listening (101 Strings, Mantovani, Mancini, etc) or Polka, sorry!
Free Album Selling Guide
Check this page for a free record selling guide!
Free Vinyl Record Collection Appraisal Tool
Click here to try out our cool new vinyl record collection appraisal tool!
To Sell Records Near Me Call or Text Andy 414-232-7606 Or Fill Out The Form At The Bottom Of This Page! Here is a short video on some basic information we’ll ask about your records
Areas we cover!
CEDARBURG - RACINE - KENOSHA - BROWN DEER - GREENFIELD - BAY VIEW - WEST ALLIS - MILWAUKEE - SHEBOYGAN - PORT WASHINGTON - WAUWATOSA - NEW BERLIN - BROOKFIELD - MEQUON - WAUKESHA - FRANKLIN - THIENSVILLE - LAKE GENEVA - MADISON - GREEN BAY - OAK CREEK - MENOMONEE FALLS - ALL OF WISCONSIN!
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Want To Buy Records? We are open 7 Days A Week for Shoppers!
904 E Center St, Milwaukee, WI 53212
We Are Open Every Day Noon-4PM
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Checkout the gear we have tested and loved!
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We are starting a DJ School - Milwaukee DJ Academy - starting summer 2024! Learn how to mix on vinyl, CDJ and controller!
Sell Your Albums Today!
You can bring vinyl records in to sell 7 days a week from 12-4PM
Our store location:
WE BUY RECORDS
904 E Center St,
Milwaukee, WI 53212
If you are in Illinois/Chicago/NW Indiana - please check our our sister shop in Westchester, IL!
“I had the pleasure of meeting Andy Noble who came to my house and purchased my small record collection. It was hard parting with the fond memories, but Andy offered me a very reasonable price that I could not refuse. It felt good knowing that my albums would be offered for sale to vinyl enthusiasts.”
If you have a large collection (300+ albums) in the genres listed above that we buy, please call us and we can make a house call!
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We buy old vinyl records. No collection too big. Give us a call or stop by the store.
Call or text Andy at 414-232-7606
The Easiest Way To Sell Old Vinyl Records For Cash in SE Wisconsin
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Can I Sell Old Records?
There are a few different ways to sell them including online, rummage sales or to a local vinyl shop. We strongly feel that most people make more money with less effort by selling to a local shop like We Buy Records. No lifting, shipping, or complex computer skills needed!
How Much Are Old Records Worth?
All records have different values based on title and condition. The more a title is in demand, the harder it is to get and the better condition it's in the more valuable it can be. And vise versa, common records with little demand in poor condition will have little or no value. See the next question for more specifics!
Which Types of Records Are Valuable?
While there are exceptions to every rule, most of the valuable records these days are rock, r&b, jazz, punk, rap, or very obscure genres. Most classical, country, Christmas, opera and kids records have little or no value.
What Is The Process For Selling Records?
We recommend calling, texting or emailing with a brief description of how many records you have approximately and what styles of music. After we know this we can make recommendations for how to most easily get you a cash offer!
Should I Clean My Records First?
No! Unless you are a record expert do not attempt to clean them first! You may ruin them!
Vinyl or Albums? What’s the difference?
The terms "vinyl record" and "vinyl album" are often used interchangeably, but they do have distinct meanings, especially when you dive into the details:
1. **Vinyl Record:**
- A **vinyl record** refers to the physical format made from vinyl material, used to store audio. The term "record" can apply to any kind of vinyl disc, whether it's a **single** (typically a 7-inch, containing one or two tracks) or a **long-playing (LP)** record (usually a 12-inch, with multiple tracks).
- Records can vary in speed (33 1/3, 45, or 78 RPM), size (7-inch, 10-inch, 12-inch), and type (single, EP, LP).
- **Examples of Vinyl Records:**
- **7-inch single**: Usually has one track on each side, playing at 45 RPM.
- **12-inch LP**: Typically holds 8-12 tracks and plays at 33 1/3 RPM.
2. **Vinyl Album:**
- A **vinyl album** refers specifically to a collection of songs or tracks grouped together into a single release. It usually comes in the form of a **12-inch LP (long-playing) record** that plays at 33 1/3 RPM, containing multiple tracks (e.g., 8-12 or more).
- The term "album" originated in the era of 78 RPM records when multiple discs were packaged together like a photo album. Over time, it came to mean any collection of music released together, regardless of format.
- **Key Distinction:** An album is a **collection of music** (typically a longer work), while a vinyl record is the **physical format** that can contain singles, EPs, or albums. A vinyl album, specifically, is a long-playing record that includes multiple tracks.
**Summary:**
- **Vinyl Record:** A physical disc made of vinyl, which can be a single, EP, or album.
- **Vinyl Album:** A specific type of vinyl record (usually a 12-inch LP) that contains a full collection of tracks, typically 8-12 songs, and is considered a cohesive release by an artist.
Many older people use "album" generically, even if referring to both the collection of songs and the vinyl itself, which is why targeting both terms in your marketing is a good idea.