Retail-Record & Prerecorded Tape Stores

The “Retail-Record & Prerecorded Tape Stores” industry classified under SIC 5735 comprises specialty retailers focused on physical music formats, including vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, box sets, and related merchandise such as turntables, headphones, and artist-branded apparel. Typical customers range from serious collectors and audiophiles to DJs, niche genre fans, and casual shoppers seeking nostalgia or curated recommendations. Operators face major risks from digital streaming competition, shifting consumer tastes, rising occupancy costs, and strict copyright and licensing obligations tied to intellectual property, royalties, and consumer protection regulations. In 2024–2025, growth is driven by the vinyl renaissance, limited-edition pressings, exclusive in-store releases, and live events that create community, while omnichannel strategies and e-commerce platforms extend reach beyond local foot traffic. Many chains and independents are refining inventory analytics and supplier relationships to better manage demand volatility. For investors and analysts tracking this niche retail category, you can view live SEC filings and disclosures for relevant public companies on EarningsFeed.

Source: Earnings Feed research · last fetched 11/23/2025