The 44 Best Gifts for Music Lovers

If they’re a musician, they likely can’t be tied down. The Emberton III is the perfect Bluetooth speaker for the wild at heart.

For the host who also enjoys some vinyl.

Perfect for game nights or just displaying on a bookshelf.

There’s no voice more interesting or informed in American music development—sorry, Ken Burns—than that of the Roots’ iconic drummer. Get this for anyone who wants to dig into the details.

If you’re still doing last-minute holiday shopping (or getting ahead for next year) this is one of the coolest advent calendars out there. Greet every day with a new merry tune.

These headphones are lightweight, sound amazing, and come in a few slick colors. We’d personally recommend these over AirPods Max any day, but ultimately you know your music lover best.

Radios that double as Bluetooth speakers are all the rage. This is one of the nicer looking ones that doesn’t skew full-on retro vibes.

The smart speaker we love just got an official price drop. Probably the best Bluetooth speaker you can get for 200 bucks. Plus, between Sonos enabled products, this is as uncompressed as digitally shared sound can get.

Nothing on this list compares to a Wrensilva record cabinet. The team over there is obsessive about transferring the warmth and feel of vinyl into the world of multi-room audio streaming. It pairs directly with Sonos, and it’s a dream purchase for any 21st century audiophile.

You can search 1stDibs for an antique stereo cabinet and turn up a ton of gold. But that’s boring to put in a story, so here’s one of the most sought-after hi-fi systems of all time. The Wandanlage is a perfect example of the Dieter Rams look. If they’re building their own Shangri-La, it’s the ultimate gift.

A necessary addition to the library of any indie-rock lover. This book will have you wishing you could go back in time and party on the Lower East Side with the Strokes.

Whether they just want to practice piano in their bedroom or produce their own beats, this MIDI keyboard has all the tools they need. One Esquire editor used hers all through college and it’s still in great shape.

This waterproof Bluetooth speaker will let them sing along to their favorite songs in the shower. And nothing beats singing in the shower.

Whether they were alive in 1965 or wish they were, they’ll enjoy learning about the history of folk, pop, rock, soul, and funk music during the Swinging Sixties.

See how much they really know about Wham!, Michael Jackson, and Madonna.

Whether they love stadium concerts or enjoy music gigs at smaller venues, they’ll appreciate this sentimental journal where they can document all their live music experiences.

With the capacity to store up to 70 LPs and a “Now Playing” section, this vinyl record holder will be a welcome addition to their collection.