Gifts Under a Grand 2025

Akai Professional MPK Mini IV 25-Key MIDI Keyboard Controller 

The Akai Professional MPK Mini IV is a compact 25-key MIDI controller designed for portable music creation. It features an upgraded keybed, RGB velocity pads, real pitch/mod wheels, and a color display. With assignable knobs, transport controls, and DAW integration, it streamlines production. USB-C connectivity, software instruments, and durable design make it suited for mobile producers. akaipro.com/mpk-mini-4.html
$99

Apogee Groove Anniversary Edition Reference Headphone Amp

The Apogee Groove Anniversary Edition Reference Headphone Amp enables you to enjoy studio-quality headphone monitoring on the go. This portable DAC has 32-bit/192kHz resolution for dynamic range, frequency response, and distortion specs unheard of in its class. Boasting Mac, PC and iOS compatibility, this USB-powered unit is ideal for portable, laptop-based mixing rigs. Compact and bus-powered, it delivers consistent, detailed monitoring anywhere creative work happens.
apogeedigital.com/product/groove-anniversary-edition
$249

Epiphone Hummingbird, Aged Cherry Sunburst Gloss 

The Hummingbird is one of the most beautiful acoustic guitars ever built. The new Epiphone inspired by Gibson Hummingbird blends solid woods, vintage appointments, and a Fishman Sonicore pickup. Outfitted with gold Epiphone Deluxe tuners, top and back multi-ply binding, Kalamazoo-style headstock, and a bone nut and saddle, it’s available in Aged Antique Natural Gloss and Aged Heritage Cherry Sunburst Gloss finishes.
gibson.com/products/epiphone-hummingbird-all-solid-wood-fishman-sonitone-agedcherry-sunburst-gloss
$849

Fender® Classic Series Tweed Case Stand - 7 Guitar 

The Fender Tweed Guitar case from the 1950s has a special place in history and in guitar players' hearts. This tweed guitar stand looks like a traditional case but easily turns into a stage-worthy guitar stand that holds seven guitars. Crafted with road-reliable materials, this three-ply hardshell wooden case boasts a vinyl-wrapped steel carry handle and steel latches. The soft, crushed-acrylic plush interior lining ensures your guitars remain scratch and damage-free. Also in Black and Brown.
fender.com/products/fender-classic-series-case-stand-7-guitar?variant=45940666302686
$367.99

 Saramonic K9 Lavalier microphone kit 

The Saramonic K9-US is a professional dual digital UHF wireless microphone system built for creators who need a seamless mic system for two people. It features 24-bit digital wireless sound transmission via two lavalier mics, giving you cinema-quality sound. The system features a dual-channel camera-mount receiver that connects to cameras, mixers, and recorders with XLR or 3.5mm analog outputs, and digitally connects to devices via USB-C. The transmitters also feature 32-bit float or 24-bit on-board recording with advance timecode synchronization. The transmitters and receiver feature rugged aluminum construction.
saramonicusa.com/saramonic-k9-professional-dual-digital-uhf-wireless-lavalier-system
$999

 SSL ALPHA 8 8-in/8-out AD/DA Converter and 18-in/18-out USB Audio Interface 

Building on the acclaimed Alpha Link range, Solid State Logic introduce ALPHA 8—an 8-in/8-out professional-grade analog to digital, digital to analog converter, perfect for expanding your audio interface via ADAT and S/PDIF. Alternatively, you can configure ALPHA 8 to address all analog and digital I/O simultaneously via USB, giving you an 18-in, 18-out audio interface. Featuring class-leading conversion, flexible routing, and impeccable audio performance, ALPHA 8 unlocks the full potential of your setup.
solidstatelogic.com/products/alpha8
$899.99

Roland DJ Headphones V-Moda  M110 Pro Headphones / M10 Headphones 

Designed for professional DJs, the M-100 PRO delivers an exceptional monitoring experience on stage. These stylish M110 phones provide the immersive, beat-tuned audio reproduction the M-100 series is famous for, coupled with improved durability over previous models. The cushioned ear cups also feature newly developed swivel mounts, offering enhanced comfort over long sessions and easy transitions to single-ear monitoring while performing. The M10 Headphones offer a more accessible version for DJs as well.
roland.com/us/products/m-100_pro, roland.com/us/products/m-10
$259 / $179

AKG C214 Large-diaphragm Condenser Microphone - Matched Stereo Pair 

The C214 large-diaphragm condenser microphone set is a cost-effective alternative to the high-end C414 family. The C214 captures sound with one capsule of the legendary C414 dual capsule resulting in performance close to the famous C414 XLII. Every factory-matched pair of C214s is created from thousands of individual microphones selected by AKG‘s sophisticated computer-aided matching method. The result is the highest possible correlation over the whole frequency range and virtually identical sensitivity for stunning, three-dimensional recordings.
akg.com/microphones/drum-microphone-bundles/C214MatPair.html
$859

JBL EON715 15” Powered Loudspeaker 

Launched in 1995, JBL’s best-selling EON family of PAs set the benchmark for how great a powered loudspeaker system can be. The JBL EON715 15-inch loudspeaker is part of JBL’s new EON700 Series of powered PAs, which represent a major step forward in innovation and technology: JBL engineers used exclusive, state-of-the-art design and measurement techniques to deliver the best-performing loudspeakers in their category. The EON700 Series leverages the latest acoustic science, transducer designs, cabinet materials and advanced DSP and control technologies to deliver extraordinary performance in a fully professional, highly flexible, easy to use, portable system.
jbl.com/EON715.html
$449

Sony WH1000XM6 Bluetooth Headphones 

Measurably the best noise canceling with studio-quality sound. Designed with mastering engineers, the WH-1000XM6 premium headphones deliver studio-quality precision, their most advanced noise cancellation, and crystal-clear calls for pure, uninterrupted immersion. The WH-1000XM6 headphones deliver an ultra-wide frequency response, adaptive noise cancellation, and A.I.-based noise reduction. Onboard speech control makes it easy to adjust volume and make changes to playback, while EQ and noise cancellation settings within Sony’s Sound Connect app allow for personalized changes to your output instantly during your listening session. Complete with the headphones’ connector cable, USB charging cable, and protective carrying case, the Sony WH-1000XM6 ensures incredible high-fidelity audio.
electronics.sony.com/audio/headphones/headband/p/wh1000xm6-b
$459

PRS SE Exotic McCarty 594 Laurel Burl Electric Guitar Vintage Sunburst 

The PRS SE McCarty 594 Laurel Burl Limited Edition blends vintage tone, distinctive looks and modern reliability. With a mahogany body, maple top, and 24.594” scale neck, it offers warmth and comfort. PRS 58/15 LT “S” pickups provide versatile tones, while push/pull controls and vintage hardware ensure flexibility. Only 500 guitars will be produced for 2025. prsguitars.com/electrics/model/se_mccarty_594_laurel_burl_limited_edition_2025
$989

Audio Technica AT4040 Condenser Microphone 

Audio Technica microphones are considered pro mics without the high-end pro price. The AT4040 condenser microphone provides smooth, natural sonic characteristics. The AT4040 offers low noise, wide dynamic range and high-SPL capability. This consistent microphone may be used with confidence in a wide variety of studio and live miking applications. The AT4040’s low-noise circuitry is transformerless, resulting in exceptional transient response and clean output signals for transparent reproduction.
audio-technica.com/en-eu/at4040
$329 

KRK ROKIT 8 Generation Five 8” Studio Monitor 

The KRK ROKIT 8 Generation Five studio monitor features onboard DSP with Mix, Create, and Focus modes for adaptable monitoring. An 8” Kevlar woofer and 1” silk dome tweeter deliver balanced sound up to 40 kHz. With 25 EQ combinations, bi-amplified Class D power, and KRK app integration, it offers precise tuning for varied studio environments.
krkmusic.com/products/rokit-8-generation-five-powered-studio-monitor
$319

DW 2000 Series Gregg Bissonette Tambourine Pedal 

Designed alongside session and touring master drummer Gregg Bissonette, the foot-activated “Tambo Pedal” faithfully recreates the swinging hand motion of traditional tambourine technique. A height-adjustable, rubber padded stopper mimics the heel of the hand; an upright backstop for the dual-row steel jingle half-moon tambo. A single chain-and-sprocket drive system is attached to a compact, single post 2000 pedal. Easy to position next to the hi-hat in any setup!
dwdrums.com/products/dwcp2010t-2000-series-tambourine-pedal
$169