Evan KC2IHX (he/him)
It's sad that the SUB POP Records store in the Seattle-Tacoma airport has significantly better prices on vinyl records than the historic local shop downtown.
I really want to support the local place, but I am pretty sure they are entirely catering to tourists at the price they're asking.
Kit Rhett Aultman
@kc2ihx Don't overlook that tourists are also looking for a special moment. They might take an upcharge just because it's their vacation and they want something special and memorable. That's especially so when you consider lots of people (myself included) buy vinyl more as a collector's item than for everyday listening.
Evan KC2IHX (he/him)
Our town has a tourism industry, and lots of folks complain about how our mainstreet is full of wine tasting rooms. (At least it's active and not abandoned!)
But as a result, local businesses do have problems making rent if they don't cater to the tourism market. It makes me wonder if the local place is being squeezed on rent or going for the extra $ from tourists too drunk to care.
Kit Rhett Aultman
@kc2ihx Having grown up in a tourism capital of the US, I get it. Your frustration is *very* valid.
Evan KC2IHX (he/him)
Fair point - I'm just a bit annoyed to be priced out of my local place. They used to be quite affordable, but clearly started catering to the tourism market. They seem to be charging upwards of 50% more compared to record stores elsewhere.
(This also is what a lot of the long time locals in this town feel about the effects wine industry, and I'm getting it...)
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