If you're still wondering what gift to get for the music lover on your Christmas list, maybe we can help.
We're running down the top 10 last minute music-related Christmas gifts.
1. Books
Head to the bookstore's music section, your online book retailer, or gift an e-version. There's still time!
The options are extensive, but at the top of our list is Geddy Lee's brand new release, Geddy Lee's Big Beautiful Book of Bass. The world-renowned vocalist, bass player and Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Famer has put out a unique, lavishly illustrated, full-colour compendium showcasing over two hundred rare, iconic, beautiful, and sometimes eccentric bass guitars from his extensive collection. This one is perfect for the bass player/lover on your list.
2. Earplugs
If your special someone spends a lot of time at live shows, this one is important. The prices range from under $5 for disposable foam earplugs to hundreds of dollars for fully customized earplugs. I use Downbeats. I love that they come with their own carrying case that I can clip to my keys so that I always have them when I need them. They come in multiple colours, and I like to carry a spare pair just in case. These earplugs are around the $10 mark, and they do the trick for me. While you're ordering, throw in an extra pair for yourself.
$5.00-$500.00
3. Headphones
Who couldn't use a new set? This is another gift that lends itself to almost any budget. You can grab a reasonably priced pair of earbuds or go all out and treat them to some sweet Bose wireless sound-cancelling headphones.
$5.00-$500.004. MusiCounts Donation
Does your person have everything? If that's the case how about a donation in their name to a very worthy musical charity. MusiCounts celebrates musical excellence and puts musical instruments into the hands of kids who need them the most.
$5.00-$5000.00+5. Music Prints
Music prints of your favourite artist are a great gift idea. Take that up a level if your recipient can say, "I was at that show, and I remember.". You can opt for an 8×10 or go big and get a large-sized framed print.
You can get images from my library, or you can check out Analogue Gallery.
$5.00-$5000.00+6. Record Store Gift Card
New music is always welcome, and right now there's a giant resurgence of vinyl. Hop on over to your local record store and grab a gift card if you don't know what album to pick up.
$10.00-$5000.007. Record or Stylus Brush
With all that new vinyl kicking around, the perfect gift, at a very reasonable price, are record and stylus brushes. Keep your albums and your stylus clean.
$10.00-$26.00 at Bay Bloor Radio
8. Show Tickets
Show ticket are always welcome. Hopefully, you share the same musical taste turning your gift into the perfect night out.
$10-$5009. Turntable
Perhaps your person doesn't have a turntable yet. Help them hop on the vinyl comeback with a new turntable.
$50-$50010. Unison Guitar String Bracelet
More than just a beautiful bracelet, this gift helps to support the Unison Benevolent Fund. The Unison Benevolent Fund is a non-profit, registered charity that provides counselling and emergency relief services to the Canadian music community. Helping professional music makers in times of hardship, illness or economic difficulties.
The one-size-fits-all guitar string bracelets have been handcrafted from guitar strings that are lead, nickel and cadmium free. Each bracelet measures about 9 inches in length. A wrap-style bracelet, they can be adjusted to fit every wrist!
$20.00 - Unison Fund