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Artifax
Category:
Tobacco Products
2446 Cottman Ave
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania 19149
(215) 331-0306
Artifax is a well known Northeast Philly institution. Artifax is a smoke shop as well as a...
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Artifax is a well known Northeast Philly institution. Artifax is a smoke shop as well as a smokers dream come true. You will most likely find whatever it is that you're looking for here, if not just ask and someone will help you get it. They have a rather extensive collection of Zippo lighters that is great for the collector. Be warned that this shop is small and the space can get tight.
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Aka Music
Category:
Music Stores
21 N 2nd St
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania 19106
(215) 922-3855
Aka is competing with the likes of Tower and, in my opinion, they kick arse. Located in Olde City,...
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Aka is competing with the likes of Tower and, in my opinion, they kick arse. Located in Olde City, this little joint is a real gem. If I am not able to find what I want, they are able to get it for me. They have a wide selection of new and used music and there is generally something cool playing while you shop. I have sold some cd's and they give a fair price -- store credit or cash. The prices are reasonable which is commendable for a non retail giant.
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Spaceboy Music
Category:
Video Rental
407 South St
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania 19147
(215) 925-3032
So you hear this name and you think like weird techno futurama music, but no, this is a cool shop...
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So you hear this name and you think like weird techno futurama music, but no, this is a cool shop with punk/indie cds. I like shops the offer used stuff, and they also have a list of local upcoming shows which is nice. You could miss it if you didn't know where it was, so watch carefully for it, and when you see it hit it up. It's worth it.
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Main Street Music
Category:
Music Stores
4444 Main St
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania 19127
(215) 487-7732
Main Street Music, located in Manayunk, is a small, independent music store for those who love...
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Main Street Music, located in Manayunk, is a small, independent music store for those who love music. They offer new, as well as used, CD's for your pleasure. You'll be able to find most types of music in this shop, but you'll be more likely to find indie rock happenings here. If you can't find what you're looking for, just ask... the staff will help you. If you have a free moment try out a listening station, you just may like what you hear. This store does get crowded at times, especially with the college aged population and/or indie rockers of the area. Main Street Music also has a pretty decent trade in policy for used CD's, so get rid of the old and find something new for your CD Player.
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Sound of Market is a unique record/electronic store on 11 Street half a block from Market walking...
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Sound of Market is a unique record/electronic store on 11 Street half a block from Market walking towards Chestnut street. They have a wide variety of electronics for your home and car, but the main focus is their wide variety of music. Unlike big record stores that mostly carry pop and commercial success music, SOM has a big selection of Jazz, Gospel and Dance music. You will find the hottest Urban sound being played in the store and if you are a DJ, you can buy 12" vinyls and import CDs. The sales associates are very knowledgeable of the different genres and you can even hum a song if you don't know the title. They will try to help you find the particular CD. They also have listening station where you can sample the entire CD before buying which lacks in the big music chain stores.
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Tla Video
Category:
Video Rental
1808 Spring Garden St
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania 19130
(215) 751-1171
the most extensive collection of movies i've ever seen anywhere - just make sure you have ample...
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the most extensive collection of movies i've ever seen anywhere - just make sure you have ample time to browse if you don't know exactly what you want. the staff is entirely composed of helpful film buffs - made that way through an arduous application process (i applied, and clearly my knowledge of movies was not enough to even warrant an interview!). if you can't find the movie you want to see in this place, it just doesn't exist on portable media.
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Philadelphia record exchange always reminds me of the movie hi Fidelity. Its a great store with an...
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Philadelphia record exchange always reminds me of the movie hi Fidelity. Its a great store with an ecceletic mix of people working there. They have a great selection of tapes, cds, and vinyl records. They always have the records i was looking for and if they dont they will try to get it for you. Its a nice place to spend a lieseurely afternoon. They also buy all used cds, tapes and records if you want to trade your old music.
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Great location at Broad and Chestnut and great hours, though the door on Broad (the revolving one)...
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Great location at Broad and Chestnut and great hours, though the door on Broad (the revolving one) gets locked might early.
No bathrooms that I know of.
Music is EXPENSIVE.
Sometimes you can find a deal on DVDs, but anything new or popular is going to be pricy.
Staff is as helpful as can be expected.
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Digital Ferret
Category:
Music Stores
526 S 5 St
Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania 19147
(215) 925-9259
Digital Ferret is a smaller music store located right off of South Street. Digital ferret sells...
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Digital Ferret is a smaller music store located right off of South Street. Digital ferret sells CD's to those who prefer ungerground and / or alternative music. If you're looking for something along the lines of gothic, industrial, synth-pop or independent then this is the place to go. They have a huge collection and catalog. The staff is good and is always willing to help you find that special sound.
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Marvelous Records, Comics and Books is an awesome place if you’re looking for comics (old and...
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Marvelous Records, Comics and Books is an awesome place if you’re looking for comics (old and new), vinyl records, CDs or both. I’m not too certain what vinyl records they specifically carry, but I know they have jazz and classic rock. As for their comic books, they have a relatively small selection compared to store devoted to just comic books. But Marvelous still has a good selection of new comics and boxes of old comics to choose from. With the constant air of music all around, the overall atmosphere of the place is great. A semi-fused comic book/record store, check out Marvelous if you’re in the neighborhood.
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