Digging in Berlin takes a free afternoon and some self-control. We list 5 record stores here, from second-hand crates to shops that only stock fresh pressings, in the order Wax Journal members review and visit them most. Check the opening hours before you leave the house, because plenty of record shops keep their own idea of a working week.
Used vinyl store known for its broad selection across electronic, experimental and analog roots—from techno, house and jungle to funk, jazz and post-punk. A favourite among deep diggers and collectors looking for hidden cuts and genre-spanning shelves.
An independent record store and distribution hub focused on electronic music—from minimal house and deep techno to tech house, dub techno and experimental grooves.
Specialised in electronic and experimental vinyl—from house, minimal and techno to garage, breaks, edits and avant‑garde sounds. A go‑to destination for diggers, DJs and vinyl lovers chasing both current releases and underground treasures.
Vinyl shop and label known for its wide spectrum of sounds—from electronic and house to Afro‑Latin, experimental and global grooves. A destination for collectors and diggers seeking eclectic crates and community‑driven culture.