MCC 5735 - Record Shops 
Merchant Category Code 5735 refers to "Record Shops," which encompasses businesses primarily engaged in the retail sale of pre-recorded audio and music-related media. This category includes establishments that sell vinyl records, CDs, cassettes, and other music formats. It often covers both new and used music products, catering to audiophiles and casual music enthusiasts alike.
Types of Services
- Retail Sale of Music Media: The primary service offered by record shops is the sale of various formats of recorded music, including vinyl records, CDs, and tapes.
- Music Collectibles and Memorabilia: Some record shops may also offer music-related collectibles, such as limited edition albums, band merchandise, posters, and other memorabilia.
- Listening and Sampling Services: Many stores provide customers the opportunity to listen to music before purchase, often through listening stations or in-store events.
Related MCCs
- MCC 5942: Book Stores: Includes businesses selling books and, in some cases, music-related literature but not music media.
- MCC 5732: Electronics Stores: Covers stores selling a broader range of electronics, including audio equipment, but not specializing in recorded music.
- MCC 5813: Bars, Cocktail Lounges, Discotheques, Nightclubs: While nightclubs play music, they primarily provide entertainment services rather than selling recorded music.
FAQs
- What distinguishes a record shop from other retailers?
- Record shops specialize in selling music in physical formats, focusing on both new and vintage releases, unlike general retail stores that may offer limited selections. - Are digital music sales included in this MCC?
- No, digital music sales typically fall under different categories since they do not involve physical media sales. - Can a store that sells music instruments use MCC 5735?
- No, stores focusing on musical instruments would typically fall under a different MCC, such as MCC 5970 for music and musical instrument stores.
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