the Vortex Records

I can say with confidence I have never been spoken to with such disrespect from an employee at any establishment let alone the owner of a business. He spoke to my sister and I in a demeaning, patronizing, childlike tone that completely appalled us. Unprofessional and quite honestly embarrassing. Don’t come here if you are a woman or non-white, spend your money elsewhere.

I definitely found what I was looking for, the staff was very friendly and attentive, I will definitely return

Love having a small, local record shop in town! Every time we go in there is something new and exciting on the record wall to tempt me. You can tell they put a lot of thought and effort into what they bring in. Great vibes, great music playing and a great staff!

Quickly becoming my favorite record store. Not a huge selection by any means, but quite well curated. I always find several obscure hidden gems every visit. The owner and crew are always super helpful and friendly – definitely a shop run by music nerds for music nerds.

Love this place so much they have really cool products and employees are really nice this is definitely one of the best places on 3rd

Such a cute classic vintage shop. It was fun as a teenager and it’s still fun as an adult. My fiancé loved it.

I’m so disappointed in my trip to Third street this evening. I couldn’t believe how rude the old man was. Not sure if he’s the owner.
My teen accidentally dropped a record and corner had a tiny bend in it. The old man took it and scolded him saying “You need to be more careful, look what you did. Are you planning on purchasing this now? ”
He apologized and was very embarrassed.
Obviously it was an accident. Our hands were cold from being outside. The record is in a plastic cover. It’s slippery.
We did purchase a record. But I totally would’ve just left if it wasn’t for a birthday gift.
Bad experience. Accidents happen and it’s not ok to make people feel stupid.

A weekend in McMinnville that included a night at the McMennamins Hotel, wine tasting, a concert at the “somewhat” nearby casino, and shopping along the Hallmark-like storefronts. Memorable!

Popped into this record store and the vibe was good— incense and some great music playing. Flipped thru a few album bins, and it looked as though the majority of albums I saw were brand new. As an employee [the owner] walked by, I asked if they were any used albums as well as new in the store. He spoke to me as if I were 5 years old! Proceeds to point at the price sticker ($35) on an album then points to another which was much less and says, “see the price, you can see it’s lower, it’s used” How do you spell condescending?
My partner asks what’s the music playing. His tone of voice speaking to my partner was so helpful. I tell my partner, “the guy’s a douche”

We proceed to each buy an album—
Goodbye Yellow Brickroad and Some Kind of Blue. Separate sales. The owner is curt and cold to me. My partner gives me the sideways look listening/watching my transaction being completed. It’s now my partner’s transaction—holey moley is his transaction sweet and friendly? !
Not sure why the cold and unfriendly vibe towards me. Not my first time in a vinyl store. Cut the condescending vibe! Of course I paid way more at this store for Miles Davis. Much cheaper [new as well] online. I enjoy shopping at the little stores and chatting with the shopkeepers. That’s the experience you miss out while shopping on line
Not going back there!

Support local and especially indie shops! Great little shop with friendly and personable staff. When an owner is proactive in working a shift, that speaks volumes. Great blow out prices on used CDs. Decent selection of music on CD and vinyl in addition to posters, body jewelry, tapestries, incense, etc.