The store shared the announcement on Facebook.
A popular vinyl store in Aberdeen has just announced it will be closing down. It has left loyal customers distraught at what they have called “gutting news.”
Maid in Vinyl took to Facebook earlier today (September 23) to share in a statement that it would be permanently shuttering. The move has been made due to “ongoing cost increases” that the business “can no longer sustain.”
At the moment, no official closure date has been confirmed by the second-hand record store. It has now launched a huge clearance sale, advising that “everything must go” and that there is a “huge stock clearance.”
Located on Rosemount Viaduct, Maid in Vinyl has become a popular haunt for music collectors. Officially opened in 2016, the independently run store stocks a large selection of pre-loved vinyl LPs, 45s and 12-inch records.
While mostly known for its second-hand vinyl’s, it can also stock newer titles. It has also previously taken part in ‘Record Store Day’, a semi-annual event that was launched in 2008 to “celebrate the culture of the independently owned record store.”
Following the store closing down, the business has confirmed that it will set up a shop on the online marketplace Discogs, while also setting up local delivery. No date has been set for either but they are confirmed for “the near future.”
The full post on Facebook read: “We have made a decision going forward to close the Aberdeen shop. This is due to ongoing cost increases which unfortunately the business can no longer sustain.
“We hope that you all will take advantage of some fantastic deals before we close and thank you all for your support over the years. We will offer a Discogs shop and delivery locally in the near future which will be extensive.”
Many local Aberdonians have been responding expressed their sadness over the news. The devoted fanbase has also confirmed they will be supporting the businesses up and coming ventures on Discogs.
One shopper commented: “Absolutely gutting news, it’s expensive to keep things running so I understand. We will miss you lots on our wee bit of Rosemount Viaduct.”
A second shopper responding to the news said: “I am so sorry to hear this. I know I only come in a couple of times a year but always go home with some bargains. You will be very much missed.”
Another upset customer wrote: “Sad to hear but understandable. Best wishes with the new adventure.”
It’s just the latest closure to hit the Scottish high street recently. The Titan hotel and restaurant in Clydebank is set to close down this month, although bosses at Greene King are yet to confirm the date.
The parent company has said the “difficult decision” was made as part of a strategy to “deliver sustainable and profitable growth for the future”. A sale of the venue has been agreed subject to contract, although Greene King said it was “unable to share further details on the future of the pub at this time.”
For more information on the Main in Vinyl closing down sale, follow the store’s Facebook page and website.
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