Rough Trade Above
New York
Located at Rockefeller Center in Midtown, Rough Trade is a premier record shop offering new vinyl releases, books, and a black-and-white analogue photo booth on its upper level. The downstairs concourse level features an expanded selection of used vinyl, A24 soundtracks, Criterion Blu-rays, merchandise, weekly live in-store performances, and a hidden color film photobooth.
Commenters express strong love for Rough Trade NYC, though several express nostalgia for the former Brooklyn location. Many viewers were surprised to learn about the downstairs concourse level and frequently asked logistical questions regarding event lines and merchandise like CDs and cassettes.
- Head to the downstairs concourse level for used vinyl, A24 soundtracks, and Criterion Blu-rays.
- Use the black-and-white photo booth on the upper level or locate the 'hidden' color film booth downstairs.
- Catch weekly live in-store performances on the lower level.
- Prepare for crowds and ask about line logistics if visiting for special events.
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