Core Records

Core Records brings together everything that makes physical media worth loving. Our shop blends new and vintage vinyl, cult-classic films, and retro treasures with a space built for hanging out, discovering something unexpected, and talking music with people who actually care. Whether someone’s digging through crates, stopping by a listening station, or asking us to track down the record they’ve been chasing since high school, we’re here for the hunt, the noise, and the shared obsession.

We make it easy to turn old favorites into new finds. Customers can bring in their gently-used vinyl, CDs, cassettes, and other physical media, and we’ll offer fair store credit based on condition and demand. It’s a simple, judgment-free way to refresh a collection, cycle out what no longer sparks joy, and keep great music moving through the community instead of gathering dust in someone’s attic.

Core Records doubles as a haven for retro fans, stocking a curated mix of classic games, consoles, oddball collectibles, and the kind of media you can’t stumble on anywhere else downtown. Whether someone is rebuilding their childhood setup, looking for a weird one-off item, or just exploring what nostalgia feels like in physical form, this space is designed to bring those moments back to life with charm, grit, and a little chaos.

Core Records drops small-batch shirts, stickers, and gear you won’t find anywhere else—made in tiny runs, built for weirdos, and carrying the shop’s attitude in every design.

We host low-key, high-energy micro-events where people can chill, listen to music, play games, or just exist with other weirdos. It’s Lewiston’s no-pressure hangout spot.

Starting a vinyl setup or rebuilding a collection? We offer simple, judgment-free advice to help people find their sound and build something they’ll actually love spinning.