Get Ready For The Holidays With These Top Guitar Gifts
It’s that time a year again! Check out these excellent gift selections for your favorite guitar player!
Maintenance:
Gigmate Guitar Tool Kit – Beginner and expert guitar players who use the handy Gigmate Guitar Tool Kit will be step ahead from the rest. The Gigmate has all the tools needed only for those players who truly care about setting up and keeping up their acoustic or electric guitars. The product comes with a 2-in-1 screwdriver, a string winder, a 6-pocket string organizer, string cutters, 4 Allen wrenches, and a flashlight. Players can easily change strings and keep a space for spare guitar strings. The Gigmate also contains a Pick Pocket™, an accessory for picks and business cards, and Trem Poker™, a device for picking out ball ends in trem blocks.
This all-in-one guitar maintenance set comes in a sturdy, compact zippered case for those dedicated guitarists who are always on the road.
ToneGear The String Cleaner Cleaning Tool - Cleaning guitar strings extends their life and keeps their tone perfect. Cleaning sometimes can be a core and something we like to put off however there are guitar cleaners on the market to help this chore to be quick and easy.
ToneGear The String Cleaner Cleaning Tool makes it so fast that even the laziest person will no longer have an excuse for not keeping those guitar strings in top condition. The micro fiber pad of the string cleaner cleans the strings of all oil, dust, etc in about three seconds. Having clean guitar strings avoids corrosion thus keeping them sounding perfect and prolonging their life.
Well maintained guitar strings can last up to three times longer. The ToneGear string cleaner cleaning tool will pay for itself in a short time and save precious time. The best sound is important to have and only clean well maintained strings can deliver this sound.
Planet Waves Renew String Cleaning System – If you are a working musician you are sure to go through a lot of strings. Rather than wasting countless hours changing your strings and all the money every year on new strings, you can greatly extend your strings by cleaning them. One popular system to keep your strings clean is the Planet Waves Renew String Cleaning System. This inexpensive package can help your strings sounding bright and full of tone for considerably longer by cleaning both the top and bottoms of the strings. At a price tag of around $10, this package includes everything you need to keep your strings clean, allowing you to only change your strings once every few months rather than once every few weeks.
Big Bends Bench Luber Nut Sauce applicator – The Big Bends Bench Luber Nut Sauce applicator is a must have for any instrument repair shop or guitar tech. This device is meant for the person who goes through a lot of “Big Bends Nut Sauce”, so much so that they need to purchase large quantities as opposed to several of the DIY applicator systems.
Big Bends nut sauce is the perfect way to finish off any re-string or set-up job, by applying a bit at the nut and saddle of the stringed instrument, notes will sustain longer and you will greatly reduce the risk of a string breaking at these points. However the big bends nut sauce gets expensive, it is much cheaper to purchase large quantities of it, however those do not come with an applicator. This is a must have for any guitar tech who simply can not afford to have strings break on stage.
D’Andrea GMK1 Guitar Cleaner Maintenance Kit – Problems with guitar surface many times.They can range from lose nut bolts, rusty strings, dirt accumulated on the fretboard, rise in height of the bridge and many more. Now with the help of D’Andrea GMK1 Guitar Cleaner Maintenance Kit all such problems can be taken care off. The D’Andrea GMK1 Guitar Cleaner Maintenance Kit provides all the essential maintenance tools ranging from fretboard cleaner, polish, String cutters, winders, screwdrivers, and wrenches all within one cool pouch.
If you are facing problems with your guitar, then D’Andrea GMK1 Guitar Cleaner Maintenance Kit is the right choice to go as it offers the best at lowest prices.
Neotech Work Mat – Neotech work mats are designed for musicians who understand the importance of caring for their instruments and gear. These mats come in three convenient sizes. The small mat is 16″ X 24″, the medium mat is 20″ X 32″, and the large mat is 24″ X 42″. When you need to work on your gear, simply remove the Neotech Work Mat from its individual pouch and roll out the handy workspace.
The antistatic, rubbery type material can withstand oils and cleaning materials protecting both your gear and the workspace beneath. Its textured surface keeps your gear where you placed it. The rather dull gray color is a smart design feature. It insures that you can see even small items.
For Playing:
EBow PlusEbow Electronic Bow for Guitar – The newest range of guitar accessories ,the Ebow or the electric bow is the tool for getting those desired high quality sounds, sustain and harmonics that you have always dreamt of while watching your favorite guitar player.
The EBow PlusEbow Electronic Bow for Guitar is a unique guitar accessory in itself, powered by a standard 9-volt battery. Just hold it in the place of your plectrum and the difference is noticeable, with the ability to produce different sound of almost every string instrument.
The applications to the Ebow are many and with the use of the provided booklet, you can master the technique of the Ebow and be a master of several different sounds.
Fender Custom Shop ‘69 Strat Pickup Set – With the holidays around the corner, have you found the perfect gift for the guitar player in your life? Well if you have not, the solution is simple get them Fender Custom Shop ‘69 Strat Pickup Set. This is sure to make all guitar lovers happy. This unique pickup set is tuned to the sounds of the late 60’s. The music that defined an era can now be bought at many retailers worldwide. Each pickup is created and signed by Abigail Ybarra. This great gift is bound to put a smile on your loved ones face. Imagine spending the night hearing the great music of this era being played for you. Go ahead and pick this set up today, you will be glad you did.
Fender Schaller Locking Tuners – Fender Schaller locking tuners are one of the first upgrades a guitarist will make. Every new player starts with an instrument that is limited, and a little embarrassing. It is a fact of life. When the playing gets a bit more serious, though, it makes sense to upgrade now and save money for a professional quality instrument instead of spending a lot of money on an intermediate axe.
One of the cheapest things to upgrade on a guitar is the tuners. They do not improve sound, but they make a huge difference in playability.
Fender Schaller locking tuners are intermediately priced, but offer the quality and performance that real players have come to expect from Fender.
DiMarzio Copper Shielding Tape – Getting rid of the hum in a humbucker is easy and affordable with DiMarzio Copper Shielding Tape. Many single-coil pickup setups will pick up a certain amount of hum but wrapping conductive tape around the pickup coils will eliminate noise, hum and radio interference. Shielding may bring out harmonics that were previous buried but this will not alter the tone of the instrument. This tape can also be used to effectively shield connections and wires and line control cavities for maximum effect. Shielding will optimize tube saturation and provide produce better sustain. This tape is sold strips that are two feet long and three-and-a-half inches wide.
Ernie Ball Super Locks – Ernie Ball Super Locks are some of the most advanced strap locks on the market. Allowing for a 360 degree swivel in case of accidental hits, and a push button locking system that easily allows the user to safely and quickly remove and replace guitar straps in just a matter of seconds. Crafted out of high grade steel, nickle and bronze the solid one piece construction and competitive pricing makes these locks a perfect addition to any guitar collection. Complete with the Ernie Ball logo show that you can show all of your friends just how hard you love to rock.
Peterson StroboClip – SC-1 Clip-On Strobe Tuner – Keeping your guitar properly tuned is one of the cornerstones of playing. There exists a variety of methods to tune your guitar to itself, or to a pitch. However if you plan on playing with other musicians these will just not cut it, you need a tuner to make sure you are in tune with yourself, as well as the standard tuning with everyone else. The solution becomes purchasing a tuner. One of the better tuners on the market is the Peterson StroboClip – SC-1 Clip-On Strobe Tuner.
This turner clips on to your guitar and tells you what pitch the string is at. The beauty of this product is that it works on both electric and acoustic instruments, which means you will only need one tuner for multiple instruments. Never again will you have to worry about whether or not you are in tune.
Tools:
Planet Waves Pro-Winder String Winder/Cutter – Changing guitar strings was never easier, now with the Planet Waves Pro-Winder String Winder/Cutter you have everything you need conveniently packed into one compact tool. This amazing device is a peg winder with a built in wire cutter.
The wire cutters are hardened steel so there is no chance of them breaking of snapping while doing the job. The craftsmanship is fine and the String Winder/Cutter comes with an unconditional guarantee to back it up. The Planet Waves Pro String Winder/Cutter has a unique design which fits comfortably into your hand, even when cutting the hardest wire it is painless and easy to use.
This tool gets raves from those who use it and most guitarists give it a five star rating. They are easily found in online shops and can be delivered to your door.
CruzTOOLS GrooveTech Guitar Player Tech Kit – Setting the action and intonation of your guitar or bass can be a costly and timely endeavor. It can take a few days at a repair shop, and it can cost as much as $50 or more. For the same price, and a little bit of research you can buy the CruzTOOLS GrooveTech Guitar Player Tech Kit which includes everything you need to set your own intonation and/or action of your instrument. This kit is a must have for all working and touring musicians who can not afford to have be without their instrument for several days. As an added bonus, learning how to properly use these tools can become a new form of income for you, both on the road and at home.
Ernie Ball PowerPeg Battery Powered String Winder – When you are on stage in the middle of an important show, a broken string can put a stop to the show and interrupt your flow. While having a second guitar is a great way to overcome this, it is not always possible, especially if you use several different tunings. Another solution is the Ernie Ball PowerPeg Battery Powered String Winder. This device will help you wind your string considerably faster than a manual peg winder, and light years faster than doing it by hand. With a price tag of around $20 this item also makes a great gift for musicians, and band-mates. Especially if you can get a good use out of it yourself. So quit telling bad jokes and get back on stage faster with a Ernie Ball PowerPeg Battery Powered String Winder.
Dunlop Formula 65 Neck Cradle Maintenance Station – There is nothing more frustrating than holding a guitar on your lap or between you knees while doing maintenance work. The Dunlop Formula 65 neck cradle maintenance station will eliminate this awkwardness. You can place your guitar on a table in a comfortable position to work on, with the neck properly supported, thanks to this handy little device.
The Dunlop Formula 65 Neck Cradle Maintenance Station can support the guitar neck at the front or the back. The device has a handy pad to stop the guitar moving around and will help frets not to be damaged.
This cradle maintenance station can be bought online through the internet and delivered to your home. Many professional guitarists have found this to be an indispensable accessory.
Fender Guitar Work Station – If you are like most people, restringing your guitar can be a big pain. It is tricky to hold the guitar in place while winding the strings and its often tough to find a nice clean spot at a bar or venue to change your strings before a show. However, by using the Fender Guitar Work Station you will always have a nice clean space that will hold your guitar in such a way that it will make restringing a guitar a snap. At a price tag of under $50 it also makes a great gift for the touring musician or guitar tech in your life. The Fender Guitar Work Station also folds up into a neat storage tube, ensuring that it will not take up much space when not in use. If you do a lot of your own guitar maintenance, this is definitely a must have.
Farley’s Deluxe Guitar Tool – If you’re looking for something to get that special musician in your life it can be a real tough task. Music equipment comes in two distinct varieties: The expensive, and the obscure. If you are not aware of what your musician has or needs it can be a very difficult task to try and find the perfect gift for them. However you need to look no farther than Farley’s Deluxe Guitar Tool. This nifty device has a set of hex wrenches, both kinds of screw drivers and a carbide steel cutting blade for cutting strings. At a price tag of under $20, this is surely one great gift the musician in your life will find useful for many years to come.
American Recorder (ART) George Lynch Guitar Survival Kit – Instruments need maintenance. And it is essential if it is done timely and with the right tools which can give you many years of good service. It is essential to have a tool kit that can take care of any minor or major hassles. A lot of times musicians have to deal with failures on the road and it becomes necessary to have a tool kit that can take care of the inconveniences. The American Recorder (ART) George Lynch Guitar Survival kit aims to be just that. It comes with a set of Allen keys, pliers, batteries, flashlight, 4 picks, and cable grips. Encased in a plastic with neat compartments this is a must have.
Graph Tech Supercharger Strat and Tele Guitar Kit A – The Graph Tech Supercharger Strat and Tele Guitar Kit A is made for Strat- and Tele-style guitars, including the 1950’s Telecasters, 1951 Nocaster, 1960’s Custom, Thinline and Highway 1. The String Saver Saddles that come with this kit are made from a unique combination of materials so as to enhance their tone while keeping them from easily breaking. They are also infused with Teflon, which is a very slippery substance that eases the grip between the saddle and the strings, thus spreading the stress over more of the string and keeping them from breaking. All of this is done in order to improve your guitar’s performance.
Storage:
String Swing Home and Studio Guitar Keeper (Wall Hanger) – Guitars need extra care and handling especially when they are being stored for long periods of time without use. A lot of times people ignore simple guitar maintenance rules and have to later on deal with warped necks and a damaged instrument. To ensure you get years of service from your guitar make sure you invest in a proper wall hangers. The String Swing Home and Studio Guitar Keeper is an ideal wall hanger which also pivots. It has a deep cradle design which ensures the guitar is not kept improperly and also absolutely no moving parts and comes with a lifelong guarantee from its manufacturer. It retails for $9.99 online.
Hercules Stands GS432B Tri Stand Guitar Stand – If you want a sturdy stand, which can handle the pressure and all your needs when it comes to playing music, then the Hercules Stands GS432B Tri Stand Guitar Stand is what you need to go for. It has a three auto folding grip system yokes, foldable backrests, and foam insulated to take a roughing. It has a minimum height of 35” and is extendable up to 44.44”. It is easy to carry and weighs a little over 6 lbs with a load capacity of 66 lbs. Once folded it neatly fits wherever you wish to keep it and maintains dimensions of 30” by 5.3” making it an ideal companion on tours.
Fender 7 Guitar Case Stand – If you use multiple tunings it can be tricky to play live shows. Retuning your guitar after every song interrupts the flow of the performance, and carrying several guitars can be a giant hassle, until now that is. By using the Fender 7 Guitar Case Stand you can have seven guitars ready to go. Sure seven guitars seems like a lot, but consider this. If you’re playing in a band with two guitarists and a bassist, then everyone having two instruments takes up six slots already, having an acoustic on that fills out the seventh slot. With a price tag of around $300 this is definitely a higher-end investment, but when you’re a working musician that depends on tour to pay your bills you can not afford to break a guitar due to poor storage of your instruments.
Gator GW-GIG BOX JR PWR Guitar Stand and Powered Pedal Board – If you are a traveling musician and require a robust solution which can take care of your pedals and also act as a stand for your guitars during performances then look no further. The Gator GW GIG BOX JR PWR Guitar Stand aims to do just that. It also has a Powered Pedal Board and can handle 3 to 8 pedals of 9 and 18 volts each. It also protects your pedals from rough handling and has carpet lined interior and a tough Tolex exterior. The dimension of this pedal board is 21.25” by 15” and is a well designed must have companion for your gigs.
Hercules Stands istand Electric Guitar Stand – If you play guitar one of the most important investments you can make is in a Hercules Stands istand Electric Guitar Stand. By having a guitar stand, your guitar will be out and ready to play at a moments notice, which will lead you to playing more guitar when you only have a few minutes of free time while waiting. If instead you keep your guitar in its case it is out of sight, and you will definitely not play it as often. Having your guitar out in the stand will often give you something to talk about when you have guests over to visit. With a low price tag, the Hercules Stands istand Electric Guitar Stand also makes for a great gift for any guitarist in your life.
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