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Amoeba Music
The guide was updated:Amoeba Music is the largest independent record store in the world. Here you can buy new and used records, CDs, posters, DVDs, etc. A must visit for every music fan.
Useful Information
- Address: 6400 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
- Opening hours: Mon–Sat 10:30am–11pm, Sun 11am–10pm
- Website: www.amoeba.com
- Phone: +1 323 245 6400
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Amoeba Music is the largest independent record store in the world. Here you can buy new and used records, CDs, posters, DVDs, etc. A must visit for every music fan.
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