The best gifts for the music lover in your life: Speakers, instruments and more they'll adore

Personalized Metronome

Fundamental to any musician's practice routine is the ability to find and play on the beat. A personalized version of an analog metronome is a sophisticated and helpful way to help them achieve this goal.

$49.99
$66.65

Etsy

Guitars of Rock History Poster

Budget-friendly and educational for the guitar aficionado, this poster is a fantastic gift showcasing 64 of rock's most famous guitars in one place.

$30.00

Uncommon Goods

Guitar Center Gift Card

Guitar Center truly is a one-stop shop for everything music-related to please everyone from the fledgling DJ to a seasoned shredder. It's a lifesaver for touring musicians stopping in for basic supplies like guitar picks and drumsticks, but it's also one of the best spots an electronic or acoustic musician can hit, whether they're on the hunt for a new standalone deck (the Denon DJ SC LIVE 4 4-Deck Standalone DJ Controller is perfect for newbies and pros alike) or an acoustic guitar (think Taylor for a wide range of budgets and skill levels). You can purchase gift cards from $25 and up, making it a perfectly customizable, great last-minute gift that any artist will appreciate.

$25.00 - $100.00

Amazon

Bowers & Wilkins

Px8 S2 Over-ear noise-canceling headphones

We've discussed these top-of-the-line headphones in our more thorough roundup of various models, but it bears repeating: These are some of the nicest over-ears you can buy, and no music lover in their right mind would be anything but thrilled to unwrap a pair.

$799.00

Bowers & Wilkins

Bowers & Wilkins

Acoustic Gramophone Amplifying Speaker

For something simple that any music enjoyer will find delightful, this acoustic amplifier made to hold a Smartphone is ideal. There's no charging or electronic component of any kind involved, so its especially novel for older music enthusiasts who find the constant cord-wrangling a bit annoying.

$100.00

Uncommon Goods

JBL PartyBox 720

For club-level sound and the loudest battery-powered speaker you can buy, the JBL PartyBox 720 is the ultimate in music gifting. The customizable light show is a marquee feature of any of JBL's PartyBox series, but this is the biggest, baddest, and the most party-ready you'll find, thanks to bass boosting, tremendous sound quality that carries throughout a space without drowning out conversation, 15 hours of playback on one charge, and an ergonomic handle and wide, sturdy wheels that make moving it room to room a cinch.

$1099.95

Amazon

Bose

Bose SoundLink Home Bluetooth Speaker

With a subtle design that blends seamlessly into your existing decor, this Bluetooth speaker is a no-brainer for the sophisticated audiophile who wants to listen to their favorite tunes anywhere throughout the home and beyond. Despite its petite size, it delivers bass that can fill a room, and a USB-C input allows the listener to plug in from their laptop and other sources for lossless playback. Two or more can also be paired for a fuller audio experience.

$229.00

Bose

Bose

15% off

Target

The Beatles Anthology (25th Anniversary Reissue)

Shopping for a classic rock fan? You can't go wrong with this ressued version of "The Beatles Anthology."

$34.95
$41.34

Target

Target

Alesis Nitro Max Kit Electric Drum Set with Quiet Mesh Pads, 10" Dual Zone Snare, Bluetooth, 440+ Sounds, Drumeo, USB MIDI, Drum Throne and Headphones

For the drummer who wants to hone their chops but is lacking in the space it takes to keep a full kit on deck, the electronic kit is the way to go. This model from Alesis offers the traditional five-piece setup, with ultra-quiet mesh heads, a much smaller footprint than acoustic drums, 90 days of access to interactive lessons and everything else you need from a practice kit. It's perfect for the beginner or casual intermediate player, making it ideal for parents who want to encourage their young musician's talent without upsetting the neighbors.

$548.00

Amazon

25% off

Personalized drumsticks laser-engraved for your favorite drummer

Whether they choose to use these or save them in their stick bag for a sweet reminder of how much you care, personalized drumsticks are the best way to make a drummer smile.

$17.24
$22.99

Etsy

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Taylor BT2 Baby Taylor Acoustic Guitar, Mahogany Top

For a great learning or practice guitar, top players will tell you a Taylor is top-notch every time. Reviewers love how this guitar sounds bigger than its compact size would suggest, making it great for travel, for players with smaller hands, and as a beginner-friendly build. It's also beautiful and built sturdy, so it will last decades.

$449.00

Amazon