Discogs.com Scraper
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Discogs.com Scraper
Scrape Discogs for vinyl records, original pressings, and collector data. Get marketplace prices, matrix numbers, and pressing plant info.
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Discogs Scraper - Extract Releases, Artists, Labels & Marketplace Data
API-free Discogs data extraction tool. Search the world's largest music database for releases, artists, labels, and master recordings - with optional full details including tracklists, credits, marketplace pricing, and pressing information.
No API key required | Up to 1,000 results per run | Export to JSON/CSV/Excel
What This Tool Does
Discogs is the world's largest music database and vinyl marketplace with over 18 million releases, 9 million artists, and 2 million labels. This Discogs API scraper extracts structured data using public endpoints - no authentication needed.
Perfect For:
- Record shops researching catalogs, pricing, and inventory
- Vinyl collectors identifying original pressings vs reissues
- Music producers hunting for samples and original credits
- Researchers building discography datasets
- Developers creating music apps or price monitoring tools
- Marketplace sellers analyzing demand and competition
Data You Can Extract
The scraper returns comprehensive Discogs release data based on your search:
Core Release Data
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Title & Artist | Release name with artist credits |
| Year & Country | Release year and country of origin |
| Genres & Styles | Music classification (House, Techno, Jazz, etc.) |
| Labels & Catalog# | Record label and catalog number |
| Formats | Vinyl (12", 7", LP), CD, cassette, digital |
Marketplace & Pricing Data
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Lowest Price | Current lowest marketplace price (USD) |
| Copies For Sale | Number of copies available |
| Want/Have Counts | Community demand (collectors wanting vs owning) |
Collector & Pressing Details
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Barcodes | UPC and other barcode identifiers |
| Matrix/Runout | Etched identifiers for pressing identification |
| Pressing Plants | Which plant manufactured the record |
| Estimated Weight | Vinyl weight in grams (180g, 140g, etc.) |
Credits & Production
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Artist Credits | Main artists and collaborations |
| Extra Credits | Producers, engineers, mixers, writers |
| Companies | Record companies, publishers, copyright holders |
Audio & Media
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Tracklist | Full track listing with durations |
| YouTube Videos | Linked video previews |
Input Options
Required
- Query - Artist name, album title, label, or any search term (supports multiple queries)
Search Type
- Type -
release,master,artist, orlabel(default:release)
Filters
- Country - Filter by country (
UK,US,Japan,Germany,France, etc.)
Advanced
- Max Results - 1 to 1,000 results per run (default: 50)
- Get Full Details - Fetch complete details including tracklists, credits, identifiers, and marketplace data (default: enabled)
Why Use This Scraper
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| Manual data entry | Automated bulk extraction from Discogs database |
| API registration required | No API key - uses public endpoints |
| Rate limiting issues | Built-in rate limiting respects Discogs limits |
| Pagination complexity | Smart pagination handles large result sets |
| Scattered data | All data in one structured export |
| Pricing research | Marketplace prices and demand data included |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Discogs scraper free?
Yes. The scraper uses Discogs' free public API. Apify's free tier includes monthly compute time.
Do I need a Discogs API key?
No API key required. This tool accesses public search endpoints without authentication.
How many results can I extract?
Extract up to 1,000 results per run. For larger datasets, run multiple times with different queries or use country filters.
What export formats are available?
Data exports to JSON (full structured data), CSV (spreadsheet/Excel compatible), and HTML tables.
Can I search by country?
Yes. Filter by country to find original pressings, regional releases, or imports (UK originals, Japanese pressings, etc.).
Does this include marketplace pricing?
Yes. Each release includes the current lowest price and number of copies for sale on Discogs Marketplace.
Can I identify original pressings?
Yes. Full details include matrix numbers, pressing plants, barcodes, and estimated weight - key data for identifying specific pressings.
Output Formats
Your scraped Discogs data exports in multiple formats:
- JSON - Full structured data for developers and applications
- CSV - Spreadsheet-compatible for Excel, Google Sheets, analysis
- HTML - Human-readable tables
Data pushes directly to your Apify dataset for download, API access, or integration.
Start Scraping Now
- Enter your search query - artist, label, catalog number, or any term
- Choose search type - release, master, artist, or label
- Set max results - up to 1,000 per run
- Click Run - get structured data in seconds
Built for vinyl collectors, record shops, music producers, researchers, and developers
