2021 Holiday Gift Guide for Music Lovers: 10 Cool Music Gifts

Looking for the perfect holiday gift for the music lovers in your life?

We’ve got you covered!

Our industry insiders have put together this list of 10 their favorite music gifts.

Check it out to find the best music gifts for the 2021 holiday season (and beyond!).

1. Alta TT Direct Drive Turntable

Vinyl enthusiasts will love the Alva TT turntable.

With built-in Bluetooth and an integrated phonostage, the Alva TT doesn’t need a hi-fi rack or extra boxes for setup. That provides a sleek design, the freedom to place your turntable anywhere, and the ability to cut out unwanted noise while getting the best sounds from your vinyl.

Other reasons to love the Alta TT turntable:

• Pristine sonic detail

• Exceptional pitch and speed stability

• Lightweight and durable

• Easy setup

Cost -> $1,199

2.Apple HomePod Mini

Give someone instant access to their favorite jams with the Homepod Mini.

They can name a song, and the Homepod Mini will play it on the spot.

That’s just one reason why we love and recommend it.

Here are some others:

• Room-filling sound

• Siri integration

• iPhone, iPad & iPod compatibility

• Smart home controls

Cost -> $99

3. A VMP Membership (Monthly Vinyl Subscription)

Give vinyl lovers a gift that keeps on giving with a VMP membership.

This monthly subscription service sends out an exclusively pressed album each month, along with unique extras, like custom listening notes, lyric books, and collectible art.

Choose from four custom tracks (and switch tracks or swap records whenever!):

1. Classics

2. Essentials

3. Hip-Hop

4. Country

Cost -> Starts at $33/mo.

4. Bose Over-Ear Headphones

When it comes to over-hear headphones, Bose has some of the best options around.

Available in six wireless varieties, Bose over-ear headphones offer world-class sound and noise cancellation.  

These headphones are also amazing because of their:

• HiFi audio

• Voice pickup and control

• Long battery life (up to 20 hours)

• Sleek design, light weight & comfort

Cost -> Starts at $179

5. The Lyrics: 1956 to the Present by Paul McCartney

For the Beatles fans, we recommend Paul McCartney’s The Lyrics: 1956 to the Present.

This two-volume set, a New York Times Bestseller, includes McCartney’s lyrics from “before The Beatles, with The Beatles, Wings and his solo career — 154 songs in all.”

It also features commentary from Paul McCartney, handwritten notes, never-before-seen photos, art, and more.

Some critics have hailed it as “the definitive literary and visual record of one of the greatest songwriters of all time.” It’s a must-own for any fan’s library or coffee table.

Cost -> $100*
*Hard Cover List Price, may be available cheaper in different formats from different vendors

6. Bose SoundLink Revolve II Bluetooth® speaker

For 360° sound from a portable speaker, you can’t go wrong with the Bose SoundLink Revolve II.

This small, lightweight, wireless speaker puts out astonishingly lifelike sound, making it great for homes, offices, the outdoors, or anywhere, really.

The music fans you know will also love a SoundLink Revolve II for its:

• Durable design

• Dust and water resistance

• Exceptional battery life (up to 13 hours per charge)

• Siri and Google voice commands

• Speakerphone capabilities

Cost -> $219 for the SoundLink Revolve II Bluetooth® speaker (+ $29 for the charging cradle)

7. AirPods Pro

These wireless, in-ear headphones are great for anyone who loves listening to music (or podcasts) on the go.

Some of the best features of AirPods Pro headphones are their:

• Immersive sound

• Active noise cancellation

• Transparency mode (to hear what’s going on around you)

• Custom fit and comfort

• Seamless integration with other Apple products (iPhone, Apple Watch, etc.)

Cost -> $249

8. A Music Streaming Subscription

Beyond equipment, why not give the gift of music itself with a streaming subscription?

Music streaming subscriptions make great gifts for almost anyone, including couples or families — and they’re really affordable. Available via gift cards, music streaming subscriptions can also be excellent office party or white elephant gifts.

We recommend:

• Spotify if you’re looking for better music curation or more independent/slept-on albums
  

• Apple Music for better integration with Apple products

Cost -> Starts at $9.99/mo.

9. YU4 Powered Bookshelf Speakers

From the latest vinyl to curated playlists, it’s easy to enjoy rich, spacious sound with YU4 powered bookshelf speakers.

We recommend YU4 because it’s packed with connectivity, Bluetooth integration, and a built-in phono preamp.

Plus, it:

• Puts out detailed, crystal-clear sound

• Plays vinyl and offers high-quality streaming

• Easily connects to any turntable

• Gives you full remote-control access

• Has a user-friendly interface (and more)

Cost -> Starts at $369.99 (various stands available for extra)

10. A Listening Chair

Beyond music and what it takes to hear it, a luxe listening chair is also an ideal gift for music lovers.

For the ultimate in comfort and style, check out Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman.

It blends old school design and modern finishes, with premium MCL Leather, high-performance plywood shells, and replaceable cushions.

Offering iconic style and available in multiple colors, this set gets better with age.

And it’ll easily fit into any home, office, or listening space.

Cost -> Starts at $7,995.00 (financing available)

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