Second Hand Rose Music

I've been to Rose's twice, and I'm never going back. This is a store for serious collectors, and they have a pretty much unbeatable selection with a lot of rare gems at standard NYC prices (read: overpriced, but what can you do, it's NYC). That being said, the proprietors have to be the most unpleasant record store owners I've ever encountered--and given that record store owners are often arrogant, antisocial, or both, that says a lot! My first visit went well. I found three records I'd been looking for at reasonable prices. On my second visit, however, I was basically kicked out of the store by Rose and her husband, probably because I don't "look" like I have enough money to shop there (I'm a struggling musician who spends way too much on records)! If you feel like finding a great record and buying it from a couple assholes, this is your place! more

Second Hand Rose has the most unique and pefect selection of records in New York City. If you are looking for it, Second Hand Rose has it. The store is located near the Strand Bookstore and is the Strand of the Record world. The owner's are always attentive and willing to go the extra mile to help you find the record you are looking for. Always great music playing and has the feel of a family owned record store, which it is. I highly recommend it and have fun when you are there and try things out. more