Contact & Location

Backbeat Books and Music

STORE HOURS
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday – Saturday: 11am – 5pm
Sunday: 11am – 4pm

613-466-0663
866-873-1507

info@backbeatperth.com

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6 Wilson Street W
Perth, Ontario, Canada
K7H 2M5


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  • Books & music. What more could one ask for? The especially great thing about this place is that it is curated properly. Of course they have all the usual suspects on vinyl- the Beasties, Bowie and the Hip- but other lesser known gems as well like Car Seat Headrest and Jason Isbell and all the genres including jazz, rock, indie, soul and rn'b. There are high quality turntables, record sleeves and vinyl travel cases, used cds, used 45"s, lp's and cassettes (blanks & classics). The second half of the store is done up in a similar fashion- new, used, classics, kids, y/a and book related stuff like journals and cards. Although the description of the book section is shorter it is still just as awesome as the music side. I left with 4 books and no vinyl. That's unusual for me but a true testament to the excellence that is Backbeat. Oh, and dude is very knowledgeable and nice and was playing the Stone Roses debut. It may not be gigantic but there is always something that makes u stop and say, "aw man, i gotta have that." What more could one ask for in a book/record store? Nuthin'.

    David J Balcer Jr Avatar David J Balcer Jr
    July 7, 2017

    Came in to Backbeat today on a recommendation from a coworker. Phenomenal selection of new and used vinyl and a very good and eclectic book selection. Great service as well. Highly, highly recommended.

    Chris Pawkette Avatar Chris Pawkette
    June 18, 2016

    Fantastic gem in downtown Perth! Lots of new and used books with a wide selection available for all literary tastes. Wonderful staff - very friendly, helpful and professional.

    Becky Walker Avatar Becky Walker
    December 29, 2017
  • By far the best prices on new and used vinyl that I have seen in the area. Very nice selection as well. Some rare stuff. Everything is very clean and well organized. Audiophiles of all ages are sure to find something of interest here.

    Eric Mehta Avatar Eric Mehta
    July 24, 2017

    My hubby Dan and I are Tuesday regulars to Backbeat and can't imagine them not being there! Fabulous owners and they go the extra mile to find what you're looking for if they don't have it! We walked in today and he had 3 we'd been searching for, gotta love them <3

    Liza Bets Avatar Liza Bets
    July 18, 2017

    Everything you could want in a used book and record store. Alphabetical order..really..so awesome. All the latest record players..record cleamers ect..i'm only visiting but i.ll make it out again

    Dan Brissette Avatar Dan Brissette
    June 15, 2017
  • Amazing store, great selection of vinyl , books and new and used equipment, can't wait to return!

    Trevor McLean Avatar Trevor McLean
    May 27, 2016

    GREAT STORE & GREAT OWNERS...carny corbett local 384 / socan

    Carny Corbett Avatar Carny Corbett
    November 12, 2016

    you guys made Christmas happen for me and the fam jam! I came in with a very loose idea of what i was looking for and you found the perfect books!! F Archie comics, these adventure graphic novels are BOSS! thank you for your humor and patience ! xo

    Sarah Wright Avatar Sarah Wright
    December 22, 2016

 

  • star rating  A great store for new and used vinyl, as well as new and used books. I make the trip regularly from Ottawa and it's always worth it - Great selection... read more

    avatar thumb Chuck B
    September 9, 2014

    star rating  Knowledgeable staff, great selection of new, used and rare vinyl. Plus a nice selection of used books as well as new and used turntables.


    July 11, 2015

    star rating  Knowledgeable staff, great selection of new, used and rare vinyl. Plus a nice selection of used books as well as new and used turntables.

    avatar thumb Suzanne C
    July 11, 2015
  • star rating  This is the coolest little shop! They sell new and used books for all ages and interests. They sell new and used vinyl. They sell new and used turntables and... read more

    avatar thumb toughgirl
    May 14, 2015

    star rating  This is the coolest little shop! They sell new and used books for all ages and interests. They sell new and used vinyl. They sell new and used turntables and... read more


    May 14, 2015

    star rating  A great store for new and used vinyl, as well as new and used books. I make the trip regularly from Ottawa and it's always worth it... read more


    September 9, 2014

 

  •   Love this place!  The owner is a true small business owner who cares a lot about customer service - he jotted my name down months and months ago for an album I wanted, and actually contacted me when it came in!  Very impressed, and I will never, ever visit Perth without making this my first stop!  This place is absolutely wonderful.  Thanks again for Astral Weeks - its a beauty.

    Justin from Toronto

    thumb Justin G.
    10/30/2014