Vinyl Tempo

Vinyl Tempo: independent record store in Wales

Vinyl Tempo is an independent record store based in Llandrindod Wells, in the county of Powys, Wales. The shop describes itself as home to one of the largest independent music stores and presents itself as a purveyor of vinyl records, film, television and memorabilia collections. It states that it was established in 2019 and that everything it sells is new and sealed.

Music inventory

The store's catalogue is organised by genre, with a long list that includes Afrobeat, alternative, alternative rock, ambient, African, Asian, bass music, blues, bossa nova, breaks, chillout, children's, Christmas, country, comedy, classical, dance, dancehall, disco, drum'n'bass, dub, dubstep, easy listening, electro, electronic, European, experimental, experimental rock, folk, free jazz, funk, garage, general, grime, hardcore, hip hop, house, indie, industrial, industrial rock, jazz, J-pop, K-pop, Latin, leftfield, metal, nu disco, opera, pop, progressive, psychedelic, punk, reggae, rock, R&B, rhythm & blues, rock'n'roll, singer-songwriter, ska, soul, soundtrack, spoken word, techno, vocal jazz, world, trance, DJ tools, sound FX, unknown, lo-fi and new age.

Formats include vinyl and cassette. The site also lists music care products such as cleaning items, protective sleeves, record boxes, record stands, slip mats, and turntables and hi-fi equipment from brands including Rega, Blue Aura and Crosley. A separate memorabilia section covers bags, calendars, collectables, door mats, glassware, headwear, homeware, keyrings, lights, miscellaneous items, mugs, stationery, toys, wall art and wallets.

New releases and best sellers

The homepage highlights a "This Weeks' Best Sellers" section and a "Whats new in" list. Among the titles shown at the time of writing this profile are releases by Ween, Lily Allen, Nina Simone, Tina Turner, Chet Baker, Candlemass, Spandau Ballet, Grateful Dead, Alanis Morissette, John Coltrane, Dire Straits, Roxette, Type O Negative, Judas Priest, Korn and Kneecap, alongside various-artists compilations and Christmas-themed records. The listings include SKU codes and prices in pounds sterling, such as the Ween LP at £68.40, the Lily Allen picture disc at £34.55 and the Nina Simone cassette at £14.40.

Delivery and store information

The store advertises fast, tracked delivery with 24- or 48-hour options. It also refers to Record Store Day 2026 in its navigation. Vinyl Tempo presents itself as a proudly independent UK record store.