As the 1990s ticked by, more retailers began to offer used CDs. One catalyst for this was that, in March 1991, Sony Music announced it would no longer accept retailer returns on opened CDs.

Used CD stores and pawn shops in states that pass the law are also barred from paying cash for CDs, offering store credit instead, and must retain CDs for 30 days before reselling them.

New legislation aimed at curbing the sale of stolen goods could threaten the growing used CD marketplace in a number of states. 2025 American Music Awards. × Close Player.

Amazon’s trade-in program is a great way to unload old DVDs or a tablet you don’t need anymore, and soon you’ll be able to use it to get rid of used CDs as well.The program lets you trade ...

Most used CDs sell between $3 and $5, whereas LPs typically start as low as $8. "(CDs are) very affordable, and a great bargain for 80 minutes of clean music," Epstein said.

In case you hadn't already noticed, the CD is pretty near dead. Here are ways to get rid of the collection that's probably in your basement. Plus Icon Film Plus Icon TV Plus Icon What To Watch ...