21 Clever Gifts for Guitar Players

Imagine how mesmerizing a performance will be with a Firefly Pick. Made from high quality polycarbonate, this pick is fitted with a tiny LED light that glows every time the guitar is played. Rechargeable via a micro-USB cable, it would look great for a campfire jam or night-time beach singalong.

Tune any stringed instrument automatically in under 30 seconds with this Roadie 2. Suitable for 6, 7, and 12 strings, as well as banjos, mandolins, and more, this gadget will tune the string with just one pluck. Rechargeable via the included USB-C cable, one single charge can last up to a month.

Measuring just 14 x 11 x 6cms, this Marshall micro amp is a must-have accessory for all guitar players. Totally portable for on-the-go jamming and practicing, this tiny amp packs the full Marshall experience into a fraction of the size, and has switchable clean and overdrive channels, plus a headphone output.

It always pays to have the right tools to hand in case something goes wrong with a guitar. This handy tool kit contains carbon steel string cutters, screwdrivers (flat and Philips head), Allen wrenches, LED flashlight and more, along with pockets for storing strings, picks, gauge, and other incidentals.

A pick punch can make picks out of almost anything – old credit cards and membership cards, for example. But this gift set goes way further than that. The set also contains 15 strips of colorful material that perfect for plectrums, as well as a guitar-shaped file and a leather pick holder.

Playing the guitar means having to really stretch the fingers, and this can cause a lot of strain if their digits aren’t supple enough. This awesome finger and hand trainer allows for fingers to be trained separately or together, and because it’s attached with Velcro it will fit any size wrist.

How beautiful is this Ava Mahogany guitar? Inspired by a classic vintage look, this grand concert guitar delivers tones as deep and rich as the wood it’s made from. An ebony bridge and fingerboard keeps to the classic theme, while the included hard case means it can be transported safely.

The Fret Zealot system will have them on their way to jamming effortlessly in no time. Attached to the fretboard of their own guitar, this system will show them where to place their fingers by way of the LED lights, and comes with free tuition on the included smartphone app.

This smartphone capo makes an invaluable gift for guitar players who are just learning their way. Attached to the fretboard (or headstock when capo function isn’t needed) this handy holder will allow them to follow online lessons and videos on their phone, without having to look away to concentrate on finger placement.

Brighten up the kitchen and add color to coffee breaks with this set of 7 spoons. Each resembling a cute electric guitar, these spoons come in a range of colors, from silver to black and everything in between – there’s even a ‘magic color’ one for those who like prettier hues.

It’s a universal truth that when you want to play the guitar, there’s never a pick to be found. Make sure they have them to hand with this clever little holder. Handmade from genuine leather, this holder attaches neatly and discreetly to the headstock and holds up to 15 picks.

Available in sizes small to XXL, this black tee comes adorned with a guitar across the front, but guess what? The guitar can actually be played! With each button representing a real chord, they can get down and rock out their favorite tunes while looking, quite frankly, like a Rock God.

Shakespeare wrote ‘If music be the food of love, play on’, and this handy guitar-shaped BBQ set combines the two beautifully. Made from stainless steel, this pair of utensils incorporates a spatula and tongs, with the spatula also doubling as a handy bottle opener.

Totally unique and a fabulous gift for guitar players who have everything, this pick is made from a real, genuine quarter. Handmade from the copper, nickel, and silver coin, this one will come from the year of your choice – from 1950 through 2020 – which makes it totally personal to them.

The Jivix Jamstik+ is a hands-on way to learn to play. A fraction of the size of a full-sized guitar, the Jamstik can be configured to incorporate every fret. With 4 free apps included, it allows users to learn to play without the bulk or weight of the real thing.

If they want to learn to play, then let them, but make sure they build their own instrument first! This fascinating kit includes all the components needed to build a durable cardboard guitar complete with amp, which they can use to record, layer, and belt out their sounds.

Whether they play as a career or just like to jam, this mug will make a fun and functional gift. Holding a generous 12oz, this mug is printed on both sides with a ‘nutritional’ label that lists all the properties that a guitarist possesses, from talent (1000%) to off key (zero).

They’ll be able to practice guitar no matter where they are with this portable guitar practice tool. It’s not always possible to lug your guitar around, but there are perfect practicing opportunities while waiting around in various places during the day.

Music becomes fashion with this bass guitar string bracelet. It’s very eye-catching and is a great way for them to show off their love of guitars. It’s also a good way to start a conversation with other guitarists, and would go well with a range of different outfits and styles.

These guitar picks are made out of quarters, so you know they’ll last a lifetime. You can also choose to have your picks made out of dollar coins, one with the Statue of Liberty on it that looks pretty cool.

This little amp looks just like a regular sized Marshall amp, except much smaller. It’s only one watt, and can clip to a belt so it’s very mobile. It provides just enough boost in sound to make a noticeable difference and is a lot of fun.

Here’s a chart that lists many different types and styles of guitar, so they can learn about different guitars or just refresh their memory if they’re already a guitar aficionado. It’s a “Visual Compendium of Guitars” that looks great on the wall.

This is the case you’ll want to get them if they have an acoustic guitar and no good way to transport it. It’s one of the top-rated guitar cases you can buy, and is sure to provide plenty of worry-free use over the years.

Make them a guitar strap that shows you care enough to make a gift by hand. It’s made from fabric strips that you get to choose, so you can customize it to their tastes. These are sewn over a regular guitar strap, so it’s actually pretty easy.

Give them the guitar gift of cleanliness with this electric guitar soap, and it will be soap they’ll never forget. An electric guitar is emblazoned on the side of a bar of good-smelling soap, and is a fun add-on gift to other guitar-related gifts.

This metal guitar pick is destined to become something they cherish and treasure over the years. It is totally personalized with their initials, or the initials of a couple, or other short word of your choice. It comes with a chain so they can put it on their keys.

Help them display their love of music with this music note pendant. It makes a great addition to their collection of music-themed items, and it’s the perfect addition to a wrapped gift that will give them a hint of what’s inside.

Every musician needs to have a notebook handy to jot down lyric and musical notes when inspiration hits. You can get them this stylish notebook decorated with washi tape so they’ll always have pen and paper handy.

Here’s a stool that looks like the classic spot for a guitarist to sit and play their songs. It looks great in a studio, or in a living room, able to be pushed back when not in use, and pulled out easily when it’s time to play.

Once you have their gift all wrapped up, how to decorate it? You can use a cassette tape as the topper, unraveling some of the tape to make a bow and to wrap around the present. It’s perfect for music-based gifts of all types.