Since opening on December 15th, 2001, M-Theory Music has established itself as the premier independent retailer and tastemaker vinyl record store in San Diego, CA. We actively participate in our city’s art and music scene by hosting a variety of events, including in-store performances, art shows, listening parties, DVD screenings, and midnight sales. Music enthusiasts in the city know that we are the best place to find quality music, and we are proud to play a significant role in helping bands reach larger audiences.
Whether you only like a specific music genre or love record collecting, visit us to chat and discover rare items from our comprehensive vinyl record collection. As a group of fanatics, we are excited to meet fellow music lovers in our community and help them discover new artists. We also have high-quality merch available, so you can always feel part of our musical family and share your passion everywhere you go.
We have received numerous accolades for Best Record Store from various sources, including San Diego City Beat, 944 Magazine, San Diego Union-Tribune, and San Diego Magazine. Our vinyl record shop has also been featured multiple times on local network news and newspapers. Additionally, Spin Magazine recently awarded us Honorable Mention as one of the Top 15 Independent Record Stores in the country.