Santa Cruz's Trusted Audio & Video Shop

Your sound.
Your gear.
Your deal.

Buy, sell, trade, or repair — we bring decades of audio and video expertise to every transaction on the Central Coast.

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Loved by musicians, collectors & audiophiles in Santa Cruz

Vintage audio equipment and vinyl records at Audio Video Traders Santa Cruz

Walk-ins Welcome

No appointment needed

Bring your gear in and get a fair offer on the spot. We buy, sell, and trade everything audio and video.

209

Laurel St

What We Do

More than a store.
Your audio partner.

Whether you're upgrading your home theater, selling vintage gear, or need a repair, we've got the knowledge and inventory to help.

We Buy Your Gear

Got audio equipment gathering dust? We offer fair, competitive prices for used and vintage gear — no matter the brand or condition.

Browse Our Inventory

From turntables to tube amps, guitars to home theater receivers — our curated selection features quality pre-owned and new equipment.

Trade-In Your Gear

Put your current equipment toward something better. Our trade-in values are among the best on the Central Coast — bring it in and find out.

Repair & Restoration

Broken amp? Needle needs replacing? We service and restore audio and video equipment — bringing vintage pieces back to life.

Free Appraisals

Not sure what your equipment is worth? Bring it by for a no-obligation appraisal. We'll give you an honest assessment based on current market value.

Expert Advice

Building a system? Setting up a home theater? Our team has decades of hands-on experience and will help you find exactly what you need — not just what's expensive.

Interior of Audio Video Traders Santa Cruz with shelves of audio equipment

1000+

Gear Pieces

500+

Happy Customers

About Us

Decades of passion,
one shop.

Audio Video Traders Santa Cruz Streetlight Records has been a fixture on Laurel Street for years — a place where music lovers, audiophiles, and gear collectors come to find exactly what they're looking for.

We specialize in pre-owned and vintage audio and video equipment, musical instruments, and everything in between. Our hands-on approach means you get honest advice, fair prices, and a genuine passion for sound.

Whether you're a seasoned collector hunting for a rare find or a beginner looking for your first turntable, we treat every customer like a fellow enthusiast.

Expert Staff

Fair Pricing

Vintage Specialist

Local & Trusted

What We Deal In

Everything audio & video

From turntables to tube amps, guitars to home theater systems — if it makes sound or displays an image, we probably have it.

Turntables

Vinyl & Receivers

Speakers

Floor & Bookshelf

Receivers

Amps & Preamps

Guitars

Electric & Acoustic

Home Theater

Projectors & TVs

Recording

Mics & Interfaces

Headphones

Studio & Hi-Fi

And More

DJ, Cables & Accessories

Testimonials

What our customers say

"Brought in a vintage receiver I'd found at an estate sale and got more than I expected for it. The staff really knows their stuff — they walked me through the whole process and helped me find a replacement that fits my setup perfectly."

Santa Cruz Local

Verified Customer

"I've been coming here for years to trade in gear and pick up used instruments. They're always fair, never pushy, and the selection is incredible. Best music shop on the Central Coast, hands down."

Musician & Collector

Regular Customer

"Needed my turntable repaired and didn't know where to turn. They fixed it quickly and even upgraded the cartridge for me at a reasonable price. Honest, skilled people — that's rare to find."

Vinyl Enthusiast

Local Resident

Visit Us

Come say hello.

We're right on Laurel Street in the heart of Santa Cruz. Walk in anytime during business hours — no appointment necessary.

Address

209 Laurel St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-4408

Phone

(415) 282-8000

avtraderscruz@gmail.com

Your sound. Your gear. Your deal.

More than a store. Your audio partner.