Noriega Records - Riverside, California

Aaron Tan

Was looking for a CD for this car I’m driving around and their selection is embarrassingly bad. Nickelback, Audioslave, Hoobastank - discs that need to be thrown out or burned.

Pauly

Great selection of what ever you are looking for ..great prices! If you are into 7 inch 45 RPM Vinyl, then you won't be disappointed, but 12" is abundant! Great discount/value selection & if they don't have it, they will get it for you! One of the best Mom and Pop record stores in Cali

kj kj

Mike and Andrew Noriega are running one of the best record stores in California. Truth is that Noriega Records may be one of the better stores for funk/soul/hip-hop in the nation. Mike definitely knows his soul and funk records. He spun many exceptionally rare soul tracks while I was in the store. I remember him playing some early George Clinton 45s.

I dug through the majority of his store out of morbid curiosity. To say the least, Noriega records has a very impressive inventory. Mike and Andrew manage to stock sought after vinyl in all genres. Mike and Andrew definitely know how to provide anyone who drops by with highly desirable vinyl. Odds are that Mike has a record to fit most any customer's interest.

Anyone looking for a properly owned and operated record store should seek out Noriega Records. The inventory alone is worth the trip.

MF RICKY

I've been here about 5 times total. All with a month or so in-between, and once a year and a half ago. Every time I come in here, it feels like a drinking spot for the owner. Every time I try to have a conversation, im blown off.

I called last month with a new Ortofon needle I needed help setting up and installing. They told me to bring it in and they would help me out with install and adjustment.
The owner did not help me install it, told me that my $100 needle was a cheep upgrade, and told me I didn't need any adjustment tools, or a force guage meter.
His reasoning was he's been doing turntables for 30 years.
So he tells me he's been working on these for 30 years, and tells me, a beginner, to take apart my turntable, and adjust it without any gear or measuent tools. As if I've been doing this for 30 years?!

My friend called for records before Christmas, asking for PJ Morton, ans she was hung up on. Her call was answered, she was greeted, she asked for what she was looking for, and you hung up.

All of your customers, regardless if you know them or not, and regardless if im there to have a beer like your friends, or shop for records like a normal customer, make me feel WELCOME!

Teresa Farrell

This is the place to find that hard to find vinyl record, 45, cd, or cassette you have been looking for and couldn't find it.

If they don't have it then ask them as they can either order it or do a search for it as they
get in merchandise all the time.

I know as I have been a loyal customer for a vety long time and the quality of the items are always excellent.

In my case I was looking for
a copy of a record from 1969 called Offering by Karen and Rivhard Carpenter as well as
the Doobie Brothers very first album and Olivia New John first three albums from the early 70s for my record collection.

It took about a couple of months to locate the mint condition of the first Carpenters album and boy
Oh boy was it worth the wait.

Not only that but a few weeks later I got a call and email from them as they also located a promo edition of the original album which was in excellent to mint condition. I was thrilled.

Their prices are reasonable
and the owner Mico knows
his records and is very knowledgeable.
Both he and his staff are
very friendly and knowledgeable and always
give me great customer service.

Evetytime I go into the shop
there is something new. Posters or a gold record or a recording
studio or items that are not only unique but hard to find.

This is a local business not a chain store and they have customers from all over the
World and can ship your order
to you. I have never been disappointed with the Quaility of items I have purchase or the service that I recieved. Both are excellent.

Aidan McMurry

This little hidden gem in Corona is a must visit for vinyl hobbyists. It’s located on sixth street just off Lincoln ave. I finally made it here after popping out to a record store in riverside most of the time. I’m surprised I didn’t visit sooner. The selection here is smaller than some other stores, but it makes up for size in its quality. Lots of great records in excellent shape. Plenty of 45s and everything is priced and labeled making it easy to browse. Prices are very reasonable - other shops in the IE vary widely in their pricing and conditions.

Store owner and son are nice and helpful. I highly recommend you visit and check out their selection. I live nearby in Corona so I’ll definitely return!

SOUL SUPPLY CO

A true Gem in Riverside The owner Mike is extremely knowledgeable in all Genres, with 30+ years in the Business they also carry A lot of Original Issue Records which is so refreshing to find in a record store, Noriega Records also has The Good Modern Issues lots of Nostalgia in the Shop This is my new Go To for All Vinyl hands on Experience

Steven Surman

I'm impressed with this record store. Not only is their selection on point, they pay attention to small details like placing 45s in their sleeves with the label right side up for easy reading. May not sound like a big deal, but it makes the labels easier to read, saves a lot of time while digging. The two gentlemen working there were also friendly and helpful. Will be returning!