18 Gifts for Music Lovers in 2018

Long before CDs and MP3, vinyl records were a music lovers dream come true. Fanatics would spend hours flipping through the various records at their favorite music store in search of the latest release, or a hidden gem. Now you can relive that magic and start playing your old vinyl collection again on the Audio. Technica AT-LP60 Fully Automatic Turntable. This record player comes in classic silver and is easy to operate. The belt-drive design and High-Quality Audio-Technica Cartridge gives you great clarity for hours of reminiscing. This is one of the best gifts for music lovers who can’t wait to get those old records off the shelf. Be sure to also check out our list of the best portable turntables for more great items like this.

There is nothing more relaxing than coming home from a hectic day at work, putting on a great pair of headphones and cranking up your favorite tunes to block out all the noises that distracting background noise. Sennheiser HD 660 S – HiRes Audiophile Open Back Headphones have been designed to deliver a clear, crisp sound from any music you choose to play. The sleek design not only looks fantastic, but it also fits comfortably and snugly to further enhance your listening pleasure. This is a great gift for your music lover boyfriend to get the ultimate enjoyment out of his music collection or playlist. Our handy guide to the best noise cancelling earphones features more great products like this.

When it comes to music equipment, no brand gives you greater reassurance than Pioneer. This Pioneer DJ DDJ-SB3 DJ Controller is perfect for the budding or the serious DJ. The layout itself makes it easy to control and mix with all the buttons exactly where they should be to create smooth compositions. The audio is crystal clear and the portable design means you can take your show on the road with ease. It comes with Serato DJ Lite built into the system, but you can also upgrade to Serato DJ Pro. This is one of the best gifts for musical people that like to get mobile and share their passion for music.

Sometimes you just want to listen to great music at a really loud volume. The Nobsound NS-08E Vacuum Tube Integrated Amplifier fits the bill perfectly. Apart from being incredibly affordable when looking for gifts related to music, it is also pretty powerful for such a small unit. This particular amp can easily power your high-performance headphones to give you a clear and crisp sound. It comes packaged with everything you need to get the best listening experience in the comfort of your favorite armchair.

For decades, Hasbro has been creating some of the best games in the world and when it comes to choosing Christmas gifts for music lovers, they have created a definite winner with this DropMix Music Gaming System. This is a music mixing game like no other. Every card you drop activates a track which blends perfectly with others to create new and exciting sounds. Combine this with the DropMix App and you have the perfect game to get the party started.

There are three ways to play this game – Freestyle, Clash, and party. This is the ideal game for Christmas when you are getting together with family and friends and will keep you all entertained for hours in your own, unique musical atmosphere. And also makes a great Christmas gift!

This little black speak packs a whole lot of punch. The tininess hides a powerful sound that will permeate into every room in your home. The sleek, compact design means you can take these smart speakers with you anywhere and for the home theater enthusiast, you can even mount it on your wall for awesome surround sound. Set up two and go for a killer in-home movie experience. This little beauty is also humidity resistant so it is ideal for use in the bathroom when you want a great sound while you soak away your tired muscles in the tub.

The Sonos Compact Wireless Speaker is not prone to dropouts so you can listen to endless and seamless music when you have guests, at parties, or when you just want to relax with great music.

The ROLI Seaboard Block Controller is a keyboard like nothing you have seen before and is great when you are looking at gifts for piano lovers. Create beautiful sounds on the pressure-responsive surface. You can use this as a stand-alone instrument or extend it by connecting it to other blocks. The software allows you to access your unique sounds via mobile or desktop and you can keep adding to your collection by purchasing additional sound packs.

The Seaboard block is tiny so you can take it with you anywhere you want to play your music and with the touch responsive surface, you can let the creativity flow as you compose your favorite style of music.

You may be racking your brain in search of music gifts for him, but maybe all you need is something to help him store all of his music in one safe, convenient location. If your special man is hogging all the storage on your various devices and can’t seem to remember where each playlist is then he needs an external hard drive to keep everything neatly in one place.

This WD 1TB Black-Gray My Passport Ultra-Portable External Hard Drive – USB 3.0 has all the space to keep a huge collection of music in. It comes in metallic or matte finishes so it will look great on any desk, whether it is at home or at the office. It also has the software for social media and cloud storage. The extra-large capacity makes storing music a breeze and

Not all music collection entail walls packed with albums or CDs. A true music lover will also have plenty of literature on their favorite subject and this book, 75 Years of Capitol Records by Barney Hoskyns is one of the best presents for music lovers anywhere.

The first thing you will notice is the real sized album featured on the front cover, which is a fitting tribute to the many musical careers created and nurtured at Capitol Records. Some of the greatest names in the music industry are featured in this book from the early legends like Ole Blue Eyes, Frank Sinatra, to Miles Davis and Nat King Cole.

The holidays are all about relaxing at home with the family and what better way to do that than to enjoy in-home movies. With the All-new Sonos Beam – Compact Smart TV Soundbar you can experience cinema-quality sound right in the comfort of your own home. You can connect Sonos speakers wirelessly and get the best home entertainment sound system on your block.

This little baby is voice controlled via Alexa so you can operate your system without turning on the lights.

Gone are the days of lugging huge and heavy equipment for your DJ gigs. The Numark DJ2GO2 Pocket DJ Controller with Audio Interface allows you to compact all the equipment you need into your laptop bag. This tiny DJ Controller lets you get the sounds pumping like a pro. It is compatible with Serato DJ Lite, which comes with the controller and also has a built-in audio card with headphone cueing.

You’ll be able to set up your gig anywhere, anytime as this unit is simple to set up and store. You’ll be ready for any musical emergency as you will always be able to have your gear on hand and it will barely take up any space in your car. The unit is simple to use, yet produces powerful sounds. You’ll be the most sought-after DJ on your block.

If you’re sick of watching the man in your life play air guitar then you need to look at some serious guitar gifts for him. The Artiphon INSTRUMENT is the new generation of digital instrument that plays the way you want to play.

This MIDI instrument lets you strum, slide, tap, and drum any sound on a single interface making it simple and fun. This multi-instrument is so cool that TIME Magazine has voted it the Best Invention of The Year.

At a touch of nostalgia in your home with 1byone Nostalgic Wooden Turntable Bluetooth Vinyl Record Player. This is one of those beautiful music gifts for men who love to relive the good old days of sitting around the old turntable to listen to classical music with the whole family.

Apart from being visually beautiful with the charm of a treasured era of the past, this unit makes it possible to record all of your favorites from any music collection you have whether it’s on CD, vinyl or cassettes. It also has wireless Bluetooth so you can literally listen to the music it plays on any of your other devices in high-quality sound. The classic wooden look of this turntable will look fantastic in any room of your home or office and will give you endless hours of music listening pleasure.

The holidays are great times to reminisce with old friends and what better way to take a stroll down the musical memory lane than with a collection of your favorite albums that you can store and transport in this beautiful retro case?

Crosley CR401-TA is an elegant, timeless case that can hold 30 of your favorite albums and keeps them safely encased so they won’t be destroyed during the trip to your friends or relatives where you will be playing those old records. You can be sure your albums will not be exposed to dampness or other adverse conditions that can result in warping, scratches, bumps and other nasty accidents. If you’ve taken care of your albums for all these decades, you’ll want to keep them in good condition for many more years into the future so you can share the retro music experience with the next generation.

When it comes to music gifts why not consider an instrument? One of the best instruments to give as a gift is a guitar. This String Silent Guitar from Yamaha is fantastic when you want to practice without disturbing your household or the neighbors. The near silent performance means you can get your practice in practically anywhere at any time. You get an awesome acoustic sound thanks to Yamaha’s exclusive SRT-Powered pickup system and the studio quality on-board effects are sure to give your practice that superior edge.

This guitar is light enough to carry with you anywhere in its own gig bag and yet the look of the guitar is ultra-modern with all the classic shapes. This is a guitar that will be a hit with amateurs and professionals alike.

There are literally dozens of gift ideas for music lovers so it’s not going to be easy to choose one. For that one person who really loves to get the most out of his music collection, the Edifier R1700BT Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers are guaranteed to please. Firstly, the Bluetooth connection makes it possible to hook up any device you have whether it is a smartphone, tablet or computer. You can also connect these Bluetooth speakers to any device that uses a 3.5 mm headphone output.

The remote control makes it easy to operate from the comfort of the couch or your favorite armchair so you will be able to completely relax and admire these classic wood-looking speakers from a comfortable distance. The sound is rich and clear which will give you a whole new level of enjoyment when you listen to your favorite playlists.

This quirky game is all about composing a soundtrack to your life. Just like the greatest movies of all times, you too can have your own musical rendition. With each round, you draw a card and the other players respond by streaming a song they feel best fits the scenario. The song that gets the most votes wins.

If you’re after music themed gifts for the young, or young at heart, Mixtape will set you up for hours of fun. You don’t even need to be particularly knowledgeable as this game plays more on sentiment and emotions. You’ll want to play again and again and watch your life revealed in its very own soundtrack. Whether it turns out to be a drama, comedy or horror, you’re sure to be entertained by the outcomes.

Let your inner star shine with littleBits Synth Kit. This little module allows you to put together an entire musical show complete with lights and sounds and is perfect for professionals and amateurs. You’ll steal the show with sounds you have put together yourself.

One of the best features of this kit is the ability to magnetically connect it to other modules so you can set up the synth kit of your dreams. You can also use it to make other instruments like a synth-guitar for unique sounds. This is ideal for beginners to learn how to get the most out of a synthesizer and develop their skills.