Music stores Caen

It's a very small space, but the sheer number of items on offer gives the impression that the stalls are growing out of the walls. Behind his counter, Gilles, the owner since 1987, is a one-man encyclopedia. He's a passionate record dealer, which explains his longevity in spite of the big names that have cornered the market. Like an irreducible Gaul, he achieves the feat of selling second-hand records at affordable prices. Whether you're a novice or an enthusiast, come and discover or rediscover your favorite vinyl records.

The Cargö is known for its concerts, but the modern music venue in Caen is also equipped with 6 soundproof studios accessible to all musicians, amateur or professional. Two are equipped with amplifiers and drums; one is for computer-assisted music, a fourth, equipped with a control room, is used for recording and finally, two are accessible 24 hours a day, rented by the month, thanks to a magnetic card. For any information do not hesitate to contact them to know everything, you will see, it is almost made-to-measure!

Reference in pianos - Max Hemann created his company in 1978! -The store offers pianos, of course, for sale and for rent, for private individuals as well as for professionals. One is welcomed by a guitar manager and an expert in piano, electro music, drums and percussion. The collections can be found on the website with the possibility to buy online. On the first floor, Music'Hemann rents rooms to guitar, bass, piano, saxophone and accordion teachers. The basement is dedicated to a drum school.

Frédéric Roussel is gifted to give you a boost in the morning by playing your favorite tune on the guitar. You can also discuss, music of course, new products as well as the latest releases among the instruments. If you don't find what you're looking for at number 34, go to number 36, the repair shop, which also sells second-hand and collector's guitars, or 20 meters further on, the store dedicated to pianos, with drums on the first floor. Melody Music is also a music school and a recording studio.

Bonnaventure is the historical musical sign of Caen: it dates from 1847! Since then, it has evolved with the times and occupies a vast hangar where new and second-hand instruments each have their place. One can walk there for a long time between guitars, pianos, drums... Test booths, a rehearsal room and a repair and maintenance workshop are available. The store is also at the forefront of everything related to computer music! Bonnaventure also rents space to music, dance and singing teachers!

Alain's shop is about 17 years old and is a benchmark of people who are used to it. Here are all styles of music from the variety to punk-oï and if the stock of new or used vinyl (between 7 000 and 8 000 references) is more important than CD (about 1 500), the shop works essentially on order. You can choose from a catalogue of more than 1 500 000 references (cd, vinyl, but also DVD and merchandising…), a catalogue that is 4 000 to 6 000 references per week! You even have the possibility of buy the albums that go out around the world. So say, here, nothing can escape you!

Gâteau Blaster is a record shop-label-art gallery located in Caen. Opened just a few months ago, it has already acquired a fine reputation among fans of independent music. The store offers a varied selection of vinyls and CDs, featuring artists from the national and international "do it yourself" scene. As well as selling music, Gâteau Blaster also organizes musical events, such as concerts and DJ nights. For example, they recently organized an evening at Cargö, a concert hall in Caen, with artists such as Jessica 93, Eye of the Liger and Gomina.

We love this independent record shop! L'oeil du Sillon, a vinyl and CD store, offers new and second-hand vinyl in all styles, and at a very reasonable price! An enthusiastic Emmanuel Maillard is delighted with the renewed and growing popularity of vinyl. Ah, the lovely sound of diamonds in the groove has no equal! In the bins, no less than 2,500 records, including some real nuggets. You'll also find film music and books. Bonus: as well as buying, you can also sell your treasures and make a lot of people happy!

This shop is fairy-tale, one can't help but stop in front of the windows to admire the work in progress. The Atelier des Eclisses was founded in 1984 by Jean-Yves Tanguy and taken over in 2018 by Antoine Lescombe. A true niche trade, Antoine's unparalleled know-how is a delight for musicians. From purchase to expertise, including repairs, maintenance and even sound adjustment, everything is there to pamper your instrument!