Our Story | Embracing the Counterculture
SoundSmart has been a part of the Springfield, MO community since the 1970s. Originally opened as Liberty Sound of Springfield in Bear Village near SMSU, we’ve seen the evolution of both the music and counterculture scenes over the decades. In 1989, we moved to our current location and rebranded as SoundSmart, adapting to the changing times. While we began as a traditional music store, we phased out music sales in 2014 to fully embrace our identity as Springfield’s go-to headshop and smoke accessories store.
SoundSmart has always carried smoking accessories, even during our music-selling days. As the demand for CDs and vinyl dropped and online streaming took over, we shifted our focus to better serve the growing counterculture community. Today, our shelves are filled with smoking accessories, vapes, tapestries, incense, t-shirts, posters, clothing accessories, CBD and delta/THCA products, mushroom products, and even BanDai model kits.
Our Values
At SoundSmart, we value inclusivity and community. We see our regular customers as family, and we strive to make everyone who walks through our doors feel welcome. Our store is a space where you can explore, connect, and feel at home. We believe in fostering an open and accepting environment where all are invited to join in and experience what SoundSmart has to offer.
Our Team
Our dedicated team has years of experience and knowledge about everything we sell. Each member of our staff is an expert in their own right, ready to assist with any questions you might have about our wide range of products.
Loyalty Program
At SoundSmart, we love to give back to our loyal customers. Our loyalty program rewards you for every dollar spent in-store. For every 100 points you accumulate, you’ll receive $10 off your next purchase. Rack up 500 points for $60 off or save up 2,000 points to get an impressive $300 off a future purchase. No matter what you buy, our loyalty program is here to reward you for being a part of our family.
The SoundSmart Legacy
For over 35 years, SoundSmart has evolved and grown alongside our community. From our roots as a music store to our present-day identity as Springfield’s favorite headshop, we are proud to have served generations of customers. We may not have a trophy case full of awards, but staying in business for over three decades in an ever-changing world is recognition enough for us.