Hunting for Vinyl Records in Jakarta

Long-play (LP), or vinyl records, have made a come back as music artists revive the old-time records. More recently Indonesian bands, White Shoes and the Couple Company, as well as international pop star, Justin Timberlake, have released albums on vinyl.

Classic Vinyl records are still rare but can be found around Blok M, Kemang, and Kebayoran Baru where stores also sell classic record players. Monka Magic Monka Magic has placed vinyl collections in convenience stores. Located on Kemang Raya, Monka Magic is heaven for vinyl records from indie musicians as well as restored version of LPs from Radiohead and New Order. They also sell merchandise and other interesting things.

Jalan Kemang Raya No.8B, Bangka, Mampang Prapatan, Jakarta Selatan Kims Varia Gunawan Suhadi established Kims Varia as a tribute to his love for Indonesian music. Kims Varia is a destination for collectors looking for vinyl collections from the 1970s and 80s.

Basement 1 Blok M Square Blok B 196-197, Jalan Melawai, Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta Selatan Musikamar Musikamar is other option for those hunting for vinyl records both from international and local artists. The store sells old vinyl records as well as the new ones from artists like Daft Punk, Mocca, or She and Him.

Block M Square Lt. Basement no.165 V Kebayoran Baru, Melawai, Jakarta Selatan Double Deers Founded by five young creative personalities, Double Deers is music platform, academy, and laboratory which also sells vinyl records. Most of the store’s collection are from contemporary singers Adele, Sigur Ros, and Amy Winehouse. In addition to vinyl records, Double Deers also provide a music course and an incubation for musicians.

Jl. Jenggala II No.3, Selong, Kebayoran Baru, Kota Jakarta Selatan 33rpm When people hear the name, they will certainly recognise that this is a vinyl record store, inspired by the vinyl generation itself. 33rpm is a home for vinyl collection from 90s artists, as well as few European progressive music from the 1970s and 80s. Vinyl collectors are sure to discover a few rich finds here.

Jalan Cipaku 1, Pasar Santa Modern Market Lantai Dasar Blok AKS Nomor 170, Petogogan, Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta Selatan Piringan Hitam Record Store Originally in Block M, Piringan Hitam Record Store (PHR) relocated to Senayan Trade Centre to reach a wider market and provide a more convenient shopping experience. The shop sells various turntables to suit any budget.

STC Senayan Lantai Dasar No. 115, Gelora, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta https://piringan-hitam.com/ In addition to the above mentioned places, vinyl seekers can also find more phonograph records at Laidback Blues Record Store, Substore, Lian Records, Ragtime Records, and Floating Record Store.