At the intersection of a classic record store and a vinyl boutique, vinyl index. focuses on the quality of music on the shelves along with an educational and satisfying experience for our customers.
dig, drink, listen
Order a drink from our menu to sip while you flip through the record bins or lounge in the evening hours for one of our signature music events.
Located in the heart of Somerville, MA’s Union Square, Vinyl Index is a communal hub for engaged record lovers. We pride ourselves on being a bright and welcoming record store with a distinctive and diverse selection. A mix of new and used records adorn the walls and bins, featuring a healthy dose of Indie, Hip Hop, Electronic, Wave, Funk, Soul, Jazz, Reggae, World, and Soundtracks plus dedicated staff picks and local, new, and re-issue sections.
A sum of all its parts, we also have mail order, a Kids 45 Record Club, Vinyl Index Records exclusive vinyl pressings, music curation & programming services, an ultrasonic vinyl cleaning service, and listening events with alcoholic and spirit-free drinks served. Events run weekly and feature local DJ talent, record release parties, and albums played in full.