’Tis the season for stocking stuffers! As the holidays are quickly approaching and shoppers are searching for the last few products to round out their gift lists, retailers have a golden opportunity to boost sales with accessories. In this annual feature, we spotlight retailer- approved stocking stuffers that aren’t only affordable and easy to merchandise, but also irresistible to customers looking for quick grab-and-go options. — By Kimberly Kapela
“I always load in CADLive D90 Supercardioid Dynamic Handheld Microphones. They sound virtually identical to a Shure Beta58, cost half as much and come with a
lifetime warranty.” AARON RATHBONE Owner Dirt Cheep Smyrna, Georgia
“We always see an uptick in drum dampeners for the drummers on folks’ shopping lists, especially Moon Gels and Drum Dots. Lately, there’s been a lot of buzz about the new Evans EQ Pods Damper Gels , which now come in two con- figurations and their own metal case. We just set up a small dis- play at the counter and folks add them into their purchase, usually saying, ‘Thanks for the reminder.’”
“Being a store that’s focused on percussion in the band and orchestra world, we always stock up on practice pads for the holiday season. The Vic Firth Stock and Slim Pads with Rims have been go-to items over the last few years.”
DEREK SHARP Owner Supersonic Music Lawrence, Kansas
BRIAN TRAVELSTED Percussion Specialist Chops Percussion Fishers, Indiana
50 I MUSIC INC. I NOVEMBER 2025
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