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Desert Island Records

4.7 ★★★★★ 140 Google reviews · Record store · Home audio store

Buys records dollar binssells turntablescassettes45s & 78s

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2930 E Broadway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85716

(520) 365-3702

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Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 12–7 PM
Thursday 12–7 PM
Friday 12–7 PM
Saturday 12–7 PM
Sunday Closed

Where to find Desert Island Records

What collectors say again and again

The things reviewers keep bringing up across 140 Google reviews — in their own words.

💵 dollar bins

“They have a huge selection, including a large $1 bin.”

🔊 sells turntables 6 mentions

“Every time I stop in, there’s always something interesting playing on the record player—it really sets the mood and makes browsing even better.”

📼 cassettes 2 mentions

“Way better than Bookmans on that level and way better too on the vinyl and cassette selections.”

💿 45s & 78s 2 mentions

“Followup 5 months later: Jorden continues to add reasons stop by and dig thru the bins of records with a large recent stash of promo LP's and tons of 45's.”

What customers say

I found this record store when I sold some old harcore punk records and my only copy of a Funkadelic LP that I had just to have "Maggot Brain" on vinyl. Anyway, they give good prices cash for select items they can use/sell. Way better than Bookmans on that level and way better too on the vinyl and cassette selections.

★★★★★ — Acquario, 2025-09

Desert Island Records is such a great spot. They have an amazing selection of albums and 45s, plus a huge inventory of used records to dig through. They also carry premium, high-quality vinyl alongside a solid selection of regular stock, so there’s really something for everyone.

★★★★★ — Mikeb, 2025-01

It's good to see a new independent record store in town with quality product. Jordan has a nice shop with a great selection of vinyl on hand that's priced accordingly. I've been collecting since the late 70's and will tell you I only buy vinyl in excellent condition.

★★★★★ — Chris, 2017-05

Nice store, clean and good variety of music formats. The gentleman, I believe the owner was very helpful and personable as well. I'm glad to see this place has survived the pandemic AND the road work being done on Broadway. I recommend checking em out.

★★★★★ — Raul, 2022-03

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