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Gift Guide

Looking for the perfect gift for the musician in your life? The Guitar Center Gift Guide makes it easy. Shop from a diverse set of products within your gift budget and by instrument category, such as guitar, drums, keys, DJ gear and more. You’ll find handpicked ideas for every kind of player, from smaller gifts and stocking stuffers under $25 to showstoppers under $500. There’s always something here for beginners and experienced musicians.
This guide gets refreshed year-round, so check back during holidays like Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Black Friday and beyond for the latest gift-worthy picks. Need help deciding? Our team of experts are just a call or chat away.

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Great Gifts Under $50

Budget-friendly picks that pack real musical punch—perfect for last minute gifts.

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Bundles

Everything they need to get playing

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The Gear They Always Need—But Rarely Buy for Themselves

Strings, sticks, picks, cables, and other essentials that wear out, break, or disappear.

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Build Their First Home Studio

Interfaces, mics, and gear bundles that make it easy to record vocals, beats, podcasts, and more—right out of the box.

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Give the Gift of Heavy

High-gain amps, fast necks, and tone that chugs. These picks were made for shredders.

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Gifts for the Collector

Limited-edition finds, artist signature gear, and conversation-starting pieces

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For the Friend Who Says It Sounds Better on Vinyl

Turntables, cleaning kits, preamps, and accessories for the audiophile who alphabetizes their collection

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Choosing gear can be tricky, but you don’t have to do it alone.

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