STOCKING GUIDE THE 2026 LAST-MINUTE The holiday season is here, and for musicians, some of the best gifts are the small accessories that make a big difference. From essential cables to picks, maintenance must-haves and everyday gear, stocking stuffers offer retailers an opportunity to help customers find affordable gifts for the musicians in their lives. For this annual holiday feature, music retailers share some of their fa- vorite stocking stuffers and accessories to help shoppers find something for every type of player. Whether it’s a much-needed replacement or a fun additional to their arsenal, these retailers’ picks prove great gifts don’t have to take up much space under the tree. — By Kimberly Kapela
“The On-Stage XCG4 Guitar Stand is one item we stock up on for the holiday shopping season. It’s the perfect ac - cessory gift for guitar players, whether they have one or many guitars. The price point is perfect.” BETH SCHIEMER Owner, Director of Music Education Brighton Music Center Pittsburgh
“ Stringjoy String Sets are popular during the holidays here. String- joy makes strings for the way you play. With custom gauges and balanced-tension sets, you can find a string combination that feels more consistent across the neck, responds naturally under your fingers and brings out the best in your guitar. It’s the kind of difference that can be hard to explain until you play it. Then, you wonder why you waited so long. Custom gauges. Balanced tension. A better feel.” RYAN KOTRLIK Retail, Combo Manager Beacock Music Vancouver, Washington
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