The first MAL retail store was opened in August 1990, the Richmond location was opened in 1993. Began at times when LP and cassette tape were the primarily medias in the industry, until today, when the audio/visual market is dominated by higher technology products in Blu-ray Disc and Audiophile CD. Over the years, MAL is proud to maintain its no.1 principle-"Selling Originals Only"; ensuring customers will always get high quality, original products.