For a story worth celebrating
A song about them.
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Good Listen / The music gift guide
Gifts for
music lovers.
For record collectors, gig regulars and people who make music. Browse a few ideas or find a gift from their interests.
Start with a few ideas
Music gifts to make their day.
A game for the playlist maker, a kit for a melody-maker, or a song about someone you love.
Prices in USD, before shipping and tax.
12 ideas to start with
For the playlist maker
Add to Playlist
$19.99Price checked 2026-10-21Choose songs from prompts, then guess who picked each one. A game that gets friends sharing their favorites.
2–10 players, ages 14+. Bring a way to play the music.
For someone who likes making things
Kikkerland Make Your Own Music Box Kit
$40.00Price checked 2026-10-21Punch a melody into paper, turn the crank and hear it play. A small project for someone who likes making music by hand.
A hands-on paper-strip kit. Start with a simple melody.
For drinks beside the record player
Upcycled Record Coasters
$24.00Price checked 2026-10-21Six coasters made from real record centers, with the original labels still on show.
Assorted labels; a particular artist cannot be selected.
For the gig regular
Loop Experience 2
$34.95Price checked 2026-10-21Reusable earplugs in a small carrying case, ready to keep with their concert essentials.
Four ear-tip sizes. Comfort and a proper seal matter.
For someone with a story for every song
World Within a Song
$26.00Price checked 2026-10-21Jeff Tweedy connects fifty songs with the people and moments they bring back. Give it with a musical memory of your own.
A memoir for readers who enjoy music and personal stories.
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For the guitarist who wears jewelry
12 String Guitar Woven Bracelet
$40.00Price checked 2026-10-21Electric guitar strings woven into a bracelet. A way to give them something musical away from their pedalboard.
Choose their wrist size. The bracelet should be kept dry.
For listening at home
Koss Porta Pro
$49.99Price checked 2026-10-21Light, folding headphones with a retro look. A pair to keep beside a laptop or favorite listening chair.
Wired 3.5 mm connection. The open design lets sound escape.
For the record they are playing
Big Fudge Vinyl Record Display Stand
$29.99Price checked 2026-10-21Give their current album sleeve a place beside the turntable, with a wooden stand in a sapele finish.
Holds one or two jackets; needs an 8 by 3.75 inch surface.
For musical dinner parties
Major Scale Musical Wine Glasses - Set of 2
$68.00Price checked 2026-10-21Fill the glasses to a marked note and run a damp finger around the rim. Something to try together over dinner.
A set of two large, breakable crystal glasses.
For an evening with an album
Record Lounge 500-Piece Puzzle
$27.00Price checked 2026-10-21Piece together an illustrated room of record listeners while a favorite album plays in the background.
500 pieces. The finished puzzle measures 18 by 24 inches.
For a home music maker
Arturia MiniLab 3
$149.00Price checked 2026-10-21Keys, pads and hands-on controls for someone who wants to spend less time clicking notes onto a screen.
Needs music software or compatible MIDI hardware; no built-in sounds.
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Record collectors
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People who play
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Concert lovers
Something for their next show, or a way to give them a night out.
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Personal gifts
Put a shared song, a memory or their own story at the center of the gift.
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Concert gifts, from the show to the surprise.
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A little help choosing
Buying for a music lover?
A few details can turn a music-themed present into something they will actually use.
What can I give someone who already has plenty of music gear?
Choose an activity, a personal keepsake or a night out. A music-box kit gives them something to make, a game brings friends together, and an original song about their story makes the gift personal. Start with how they like spending their time.
What can I buy without knowing their equipment?
Books, games, puzzles and home gifts avoid most equipment connections. Choose a subject or activity they enjoy. If you are considering headphones, a turntable or recording gear, our music gift checklist explains the setup details that matter.
How can I make a music gift more personal?
Connect it to a memory you share: an album you played together, a show you went to, or a song that belongs to a particular time. Add a note explaining the connection, or explore personalized music gifts for something made around it.
How do I give concert tickets as a surprise?
Buy the admission tickets from the ticket provider, then use our free concert ticket template to make a gift announcement. Add the artist, venue and date, print it and put it in a card or envelope. Keep the actual admission tickets and transfer details safe.