Background / History
On Bridge Street in the heart of Hereford, Temple Records has spent close to two decades serving the city’s DJs, collectors and curious first-time buyers in equal measure. Established in 2005 and trading under the well-known Temple of Bass name, the shop grew out of a genuine passion for club culture and turntablism, and it has since become Hereford’s leading supplier of audio and technical equipment. Independently run throughout, it occupies a distinctive niche as both a record shop and a specialist in custom turntable work, a combination that sets it apart from the average high-street vinyl store.
What You’ll Find
The racks hold a broad spread of new and pre-loved vinyl, moving easily between rock, jazz, soul, hip-hop, punk and indie, with a particularly deep seam of electronic, house and bass-driven music that reflects the shop’s roots. Alongside the records sits a full complement of DJ and audio gear: mixers, controllers, headphones, speakers, cartridges, styli, cables and clothing. Temple Records is best known, though, for its expertise with Technics decks. The team handles Technics 1210 sales, repairs, servicing, resprays and full refurbishments, turning tired machines into custom-finished centrepieces. The shop also buys record collections, hires out PA systems, carries out club installations and offers hi-fi advice, with much of its stock listed through a busy Discogs storefront.
Experience / Atmosphere
Browsing here feels part record shop, part workshop, and that is a large measure of its charm. There is always the sense that music is being played, mended and talked about in the same breath. The staff are hands-on and genuinely knowledgeable, as comfortable steering a newcomer towards their first proper turntable as they are debating the merits of a rare pressing with a seasoned crate digger. Regular in-store activity and the odd exclusive release keep things fresh, and the atmosphere remains relaxed and unpretentious, whether you have come in to dig for an hour or simply to get your deck running sweetly again.
Why Visit
- Independent shop established in 2005 with deep roots in DJ and club culture
- Specialist Technics 1210 sales, repairs, resprays and refurbishment
- New and second-hand vinyl across rock, soul, hip-hop, indie and electronic music
- Full range of DJ gear, plus PA hire and club installation services
- Knowledgeable staff happy to help beginners and collectors alike
Summary
Temple Records is a genuine one-stop destination for anyone serious about vinyl and the equipment that plays it. Few shops combine a well-stocked record floor with the skill to strip down, respray and rebuild a classic Technics deck, and that dual identity has made it a fixture of Hereford’s music scene. Whether you are hunting for a fresh pressing, upgrading your setup or bringing an old turntable back to life, it rewards a visit and a proper look around.
