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101 Music

4.3 ★★★★☆ 157 Google reviews · Guitar & music store in San Francisco, California

Venue for used records & CDs in a wide range of genres, plus musical instruments & posters.

Plan your visit

Hours

Monday 11 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–7 PM
Thursday 11 AM–7 PM
Friday 11 AM–7 PM
Saturday 11 AM–7 PM
Sunday 11 AM–7 PM

Hours can shift for holidays, clinics, and lesson schedules — worth a quick check before a special trip.

What's on the wall

Instrument and gear categories at 101 Music, confirmed in players' own reviews and the store's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🏆 Vintage & Rare 5 mentions

“I'm glad I kept going and followed the narrow path through the stacks of vintage stereo components to the basement stairs.”

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What players say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 157 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧠 knowledgeable staff 5 mentions

“The owner is very knowledgeable, helpful and super sweet!”

From the reviews

This place is a must for anyone who loves hunting for hidden gems. This was my first time so it's a bit daunting when you first walk in the door. I'm glad I kept going and followed the narrow path through the stacks of vintage stereo components to the basement stairs.

★★★★★ — Jim, Jan 2022

My favorite record store in the city! Steve is an amazing guy and they’ve been open for 30+ years. Come support this amazing spot - still so cool to go in even if you’re not into records. I got myself a harmonica and guitar chord cheat sheet.

★★★★★ — Corban, Sep 2024

There are a lot of records here of different genre of music. It is, however, is not collectors paradise - as many records are sealed/new re-releases. But if you're buying them to listen them, those are perfect. If you still have a CD player, they have few CDs.

★★★★★ — Mila, Dec 2022

One of the best places in SF to search for vinyl. They also have tons of vintage stereo equipment and instruments as well. Be sure and check out the basement at the Green Street shop... I could (and have) spent days down there flipping through the stacks. This place should be on every music lover's bucket list.

★★★★★ — Tom, Dec 2018

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Where to find 101 Music

1414 Grant Ave, San Francisco, CA94133

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