Whether the guitar player in your life is an aspiring rockstar or a shredder in their spare time, you'll surely make them happy if you gift them a guitar-themed present.
Now, this doesn't mean you have to go rushing to buy an expensive Fender or Ibanez, in fact, you can definitely strike a chord with them by purchasing, smaller and less expensive, but still meaningful presents.
From guitar tuners to amps, and even fun key rings, there are plenty of gifts out there that the guitarist in your life would love to receive.
Christmas is fast approaching, so any of these gifts would make an excellent Christmas present for the guitar player in your life. But these don't have to be limited for Christmas, whether it's a birthday or an anniversary, these gifts never go out of style.
The best gifts for the guitar player in your life:
The best gifts for guitarists
1 of 12Ernie Ball Regular Slinky Nickel Wound Electric Guitar Strings
Whether they're a serious player or not, frequently re-stringing the guitar is part of the game. And whilst you may not be able to re-string the guitar for them, you can definitely cover the cost of purchasing new strings.
2 of 12Celluloid Guitar Picks
If you live with, or you've been to a guitarist's house, you know their picks will end up everywhere. And that more often than not, they end up losing them. With this gift, they'll get 16 new picks and a sleek metal tin so they can easily store them.
3 of 12Fender 24" Bar Stool
Although this bar stool looks like it's been taken straight from the Hard Rock Cafe, it would fit in seamlessly into any guitar player's home. Made from vinyl and with the Fender name engraved in the seat, there's very little not to love.
4 of 12Personalised Guitar Stand And Plectrum Holder
Guitarists will know the struggle of finding a good place in the house to stack their guitars; it can't be close to a radiator, or any liquids. In fact, they really need their own room. This is why this guitar holder is so handy, and the fact that it's personalised adds a unique touch.
5 of 12Ticketmaster Gift Card
If they miss seeing their favourite band jam on stage, why not give them the gift of live music? With so many bands now adding tour dates for 2022, it looks like next year will be jam-packed with gigs and festivals. But if you're not sure what band or artist your guitarist is dying to see, buying them a gift card is the best way to ensure they have the time of their life!
6 of 12VOX Pathfinder 10
It goes without saying that a guitar amp is an essential component of any (electric) guitarist's rig. and this 10-watt solid-state guitar amp is ideal for those practice sessions.
£81.00
7 of 12TC Electronic Polytune 3 Mini Tuner Pedal
Guitar tuners are rather essential, and we've included this TC Electronic tuner as it includes three different tuning modes, including polyphonic, chromatic and strobe. So whether you're a seasoned professional or a newbie, this tuner is for you. We also love that it's got a built-in bonafide buffer, which will help ensure your sound remains crisp and clear.
£96.07
8 of 12Adagio Pro Deluxe Capo
If they don't have a capo, or the one they use is on its last legs, then don't let them fret! This capo is intuitive to use, budget-friendly and very sturdy, allowing them to easily change pitches.
9 of 12Ernie Ball Black Polypro Guitar Strap
Any guitarist will know the struggle of playing standing up without having a stand to support their leg as they position their guitar. With this simple guitar strap, they no longer need a stand or to execute a balancing act with their guitar.
10 of 12Squier Bullet Stratocaster Tremolo HSS Electric Guitar
Go the extra mile and purchase them a brand new electric guitar. This Stratocaster is sleek, has a crisp sound and is excellent value for money, it is however best suited for beginners or intermediates, rather than professionals.
11 of 12Jim Dunlop Fingerboard Care Kit & GHS Fast Fret Guitar
A quick and easy way to ensure the guitar doesn't constantly need re-stringing is by cleaning the strings regularly. This product has a cleaner and a lubricant to keep those strings protected, and it makes the guitar more comfortable to play.
12 of 12Stratocaster Guitar Keyring
If you wanted a bit more of a budget and light-hearted gift, then this Stratocaster guitar keyring might just do the trick.
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