The Story of VoxBox Music
Tucked away at 300 St Vincent Street on the tranquil western fringes of Stockbridge, VoxBox Music is a cherished pilgrimage site for vinyl purists, crate-diggers, and indie music historians. Established in 2011 by Edinburgh music devotee George Neill, VoxBox emerged out of a deep passion for the tactile warmth of analogue sound in an increasingly digital world.
The shop is split into two distinct spaces: the front room houses pristine pre-owned vinyl, new releases, and an impressive collection of Scottish independent artists, while the back room is affectionately known as the bargain 'caterpillar' cave, where crate-diggers happily sift through thousands of vintage singles and LPs. The shop proudly eschews commercial chart fodder in favour of 1960s British beat, psych, garage rock, delta blues, post-punk, and Scottish indie classics from labels like Postcard and Fast Product.
Beyond records, VoxBox is famous for its collection of vintage hi-fi gear, turntable accessories, and its starring role in Edinburgh’s annual Record Store Day celebrations, often hosting intimate acoustic performances by Scottish indie legends. The friendly, unpretentious staff are walking musical encyclopedias eager to talk b-sides and obscure pressings.
Signature Specialties & Crafts
Key Venue Highlights
Two rooms packed with carefully graded original vinyl LPs, 7-inch singles, and 78s
Specialist in Scottish indie rock, post-punk, folk, blues, and jazz pressings
Famous bargain backroom with hundreds of affordable classic 45s
“Step into the back room to dig through vintage 1960s-70s Scottish folk and indie 7-inch singles at bargain prices.”
Tax-Free & Overseas Shopping Advice
Specialist stiffened vinyl mailers used for international record postage.
Direct overseas export zero-rates UK 20% VAT on qualifying purchases dispatched to non-UK residential addresses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you buy second-hand vinyl collections from the public?
Yes, VoxBox actively assesses and purchases high-quality pre-owned vinyl collections, offering fair cash valuations or generous store credit.
Can vinyl records be safely packed for overseas air travel?
Staff provide professional record mailers and corrugated cardboard stiffeners to ensure vinyl remains unwarped in your luggage.
Are listening turntables available to preview used records?
Yes, a dedicated in-store listening station with quality headphones allows patrons to test the audio condition of used vinyl before purchasing.
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