Pandemonium

Pandemonium puts records, CDs and books into the same Junction visit. It has operated in the neighbourhood since 2000 and moved into its larger Dundas West space in 2012. The mixed inventory matters: this is a place to leave time for shelves as well as record bins, particularly when you buy music and literature with equal enthusiasm. Its own description includes quality secondhand discs and occasional music memorabilia, without pretending that every visit will produce the same stock. Although older descriptions say it buys and trades, the dedicated buying page currently says that routine buying is paused. Check that page before arriving with a box.

Used vinyl, CDs, DVDs and books, with occasional music memorabilia. The mix is shaped by secondhand arrivals rather than a complete catalogue of current releases.

Pandemonium's current buying page says it is not buying books, records, CDs or DVDs, but invites a call about an interesting collection. Call before bringing donations as well; space is limited.

2920 Dundas Street West in the Junction, east of Pacific Avenue. Keep the West in the address; a listing that sends you to Dundas East is incorrect.

Treat the books and music as one browse. The Junction is a separate leg from the Spadina and Queen shops, so combine it with the rest of your west-end plans rather than adding it as a quick downtown detour.