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

    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

    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
  • Love this store. Always find a treasure that transports me back to my 80's Goth days in the UK. Wish I could get there more often with more $'s. Such a lovely couple. Wish them a lifetime of success

    Sammi Hopwood-White Avatar Sammi Hopwood-White
    July 26, 2017

    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

    One of my go to shops. Well organized and rarely any problem with quality and if there is they'll make it right. Highly recommended!

    David Smith Avatar David Smith
    January 11, 2018
  • These guys are amazing. Never have had a better shopping experience, and you turn me omto music and books I would have never even known existed. Thanks as always for the service with a smile. A trip in to Backbeat always brightens my day.

    Coral Sproule Avatar Coral Sproule
    December 22, 2016

    Great shop with a fairly large assortment of vinyl, new and old.

    Shawn Payer Avatar Shawn Payer
    July 1, 2017

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

    Carny Corbett Avatar Carny Corbett
    November 12, 2016

 

  • 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  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

    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  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  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

 

  •   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