Electric Fetus Reviews

Wide Selection of Music Formats: Electric Fetus offers a broad range of new and used CDs, vinyl records, DVDs, and music accessories, catering to diverse music tastes.

Unique Gifts and Memorabilia: Besides music, the store provides one-of-a-kind gifts and nostalgic items that appeal to collectors and fans alike.

Local Cultural Hub: The physical store is known for hosting small shows and concerts that customers can enjoy while shopping, enhancing the community experience.

Employee Benefits (from reviews): Employees mention perks such as free concerts and store discounts on merchandise.

Long-standing Reputation: With over 57 years in business in Minnesota, it has established itself as a trusted local record shop with a loyal customer base.

Diverse Product Offering: Customers benefit from a wide variety of physical media formats plus unique gift items all in one place.

Support for Local Artists: Shoppers contribute to the local music ecosystem by purchasing exclusive releases supporting emerging talent.

Collector’s Advantage: Access to signed records and limited editions enhances value for collectors.

Convenient Shopping Options: Both an online store and physical locations provide flexible ways to browse or purchase products.

Community Connection: The store fosters a vibrant cultural scene through events that bring together fans and artists alike.

Low Wages for Employees: Reviews indicate that wages are relatively low despite other benefits like discounts being offered to staff.

Website Limitations: Some customers have difficulty finding specific services online (e.g., making custom CDs from song lists), suggesting limited online service options or unclear information on the website.

Location Accessibility Issues: While accessible by various means (bike, bus, car), some consider the physical location not ideal though it is close to cultural landmarks like the Minneapolis Institute of Arts.