From Tiny Kazoos to Big Love — Gifts for Every Guitar Hero



They'll end up, on the floor. But happy. Happy on the floor.

Every Christmas, it happens. The family gathers. The food is perfect. Spirits are high. And then — a guitarist.

He’s brought the guitar.

She’s ready to play one more song.

They’re tuning. Still tuning. Always tuning.

We love them dearly, and they need to be included, so what do we get them? Is your secret Santa a closet player? Does your sister never shut up about something called a Truss Rod? Luckily, Musicmaker Dublin has you covered. From hilarious stocking fillers to genuinely game-changing gear, here are 10 Christmas gifts for guitarists that’ll make everyone (even the truly fussy) happy.

And remember: if all else fails, buy earplugs.

For everyone.


1. The “Uncle Sam Wants You to Practice” Poster + a Stagg Kazoo

Start your gift list with a laugh. Every guitarist needs daily motivation — and this classic “Uncle Sam Wants YOU to Practice” poster delivers it with military precision. Perfect for the practice room, bedroom, or anywhere self-doubt creeps in.

Pair it with the mighty Stagg Kazoo, because every guitarist should experience the joy (and light embarrassment) of kazoo solos. Bonus: it’s small, affordable, and guaranteed to make at least one relative cry-laugh at Christmas dinner.

Ideal for: The guitarist who doesn’t take themselves too seriously.  Also, supremely inexpensive gift-giving.



We have fun here.

2. The Foot Tambourine – For the One-Person Band

For the rhythm-hungry strummer who insists they “don’t need a drummer.” A foot tambourine turns any living room gig into a full-on jam. Or at least, a noisier guitarist. Which is ultimately what they want.

Our favourites:

Slide one on, and boom — instant groove.

Perfect for: Buskers, singer-songwriters, and multitaskers. 



Use the foots! Added textures for the moderately insane.

3. Harmonicas – Small, Mighty, and Extremely Cool

Are they closet blues people? Nothing says soul like a harmonica. It’s portable, emotional, and timeless.

Start them off with a Stagg Harmonica — perfect for dabbling and learning. Or, for players with a few miles on the fretboard, go for the Lee Oskar Major Diatonic series: professional-grade tone and playability, made to last decades.

Best for: Blues lovers, travellers, and moody poets with guitars.



They might even stop playing Wonderwall for a few minutes......

4. Capos – The Vanishing Hero

You could buy a guitarist gold, but buy them a capo and they’ll use it every day (until it disappears into the void of lost gear).

Two unbeatable options:

  • Stagg Capo – affordable, reliable, and perfect as a backup.

Perfect for: Every guitarist, everywhere, forever. Even if they already have one, they're bound to lose it soon.



Just never a bad idea. Nice colours too.

5. Straps – Because You Can’t Rock Out Sitting Down Forever

Straps are where practicality meets personality.

Our Musicmaker Sustainable Strap Range combines comfort, colour, and conscience — eco-friendly, stylish, and built to last. Or go classy with our Musicmaker Premium Leather Straps, handmade to age beautifully and feel buttery-soft from day one.

Ideal for: Players who want to look good, feel good, and occasionally, save the planet.



Just the tip of the Strapberg! Check out loads of cool designs HERE.

6. For the Medium Tinkerers – MusicNomad Guitar Care Kits

Some guitarists love tinkering more than playing (and we respect that). For them, the MusicNomad MN218 String Change Kit is pure gold — it includes everything they need to change strings, cut, wind, and polish with precision.

If they’re more of a pedal enthusiast, go for the MusicNomad MN286 Pedal Cleaning Kit — because those stompboxes deserve love too.

Best for: Players who own more Allen keys than strings.



Cleanliness and Godliness and you know yourself......

7. NUX Overdrive Pedals – Small Boxes, Big Tone

For the tone chasers who believe they’re “just one pedal away” from perfection, give them a NUX Overdrive Pedal.

The NUX Reissue Series and Mini Core Horseman Overdrive are brilliant, affordable ways to unlock fat, dynamic drive sounds — from subtle crunch to soaring sustain.

Perfect for: Anyone. More overdrive. Also, they are incredibly good value.



It's like a mini Christmas Apocalypse. What fun!

8. For the Heavy Tinkerers – MusicNomad Deep Tools

For the deep tissue fiddlers, the modifiers and the repair people.

The MusicNomad MN229 Premium Guitar Tech Kit or MN235 Complete Guitar Setup Kit are the Holy Grails of DIY maintenance. Fret levelling, neck relief, action adjustment — these kits do it all, safely and precisely.

Ideal for: The home luthier. The screwdriver samurai. The gear whisperer.



Need more inspiration for the Fiddlers? Check out all out Guitar Tools.

9. Musicmaker Gift Vouchers – The Gift of Pure Freedom

Let’s be honest — guitarists are often impossible to buy for. One minute they want a fuzz pedal, the next they’re deep-diving into string gauges and pickup magnets. So why guess? Give them a Musicmaker Gift Voucher and let them choose their own adventure.

Available in denominations from €20 to €500, they’re the easiest, most versatile gift around. Perfect for beginners saving for their first guitar, or pros chasing that next tone obsession.

It’s not just a voucher — it’s a golden ticket to musical happiness, and possibly the only gift that won’t be followed by, “Oh cool… but I was actually thinking of…”

Perfect for: Every guitarist, full stop.

It's just easier, and everyone is going to be happy.

10. For the Ones You Love Most – The EBow

This one’s not just a gift — it’s a portal. The EBow (Electronic Bow) transforms any electric guitar into a world of infinite sustain, haunting textures, and ambient magic.

Used by legends like The Edge, Radiohead, and Bill Frisell, the EBow lets you paint with sound. It’s weird, wonderful, and utterly mesmerising.

Perfect for: The dreamers, the sound explorers, the late-night sonic sculptors.



Proper sonic fun. Every guitar player secretly (or openly) wants an Ebow.

Bonus: Wrap It All in a Musicmaker Tote Bag

Because presentation matters — and sustainability looks cool.

Toss your Christmas treasures into a Musicmaker Tote Bag and score extra eco points while you’re at it. Perfect for carrying sheet music, pedals, or just flexing that I’ve been to Musicmaker Dublin energy around town.

Get yours HERE.




Christmas Guitar Gift FAQ – Answers for the Brave Gift-Givers

Should I buy my guitarist another pedal?

Yes. Always yes. They’ll say they don’t need it, but watch their face when they unwrap a new NUX Overdrive — it’s like you just handed them creative freedom in a small metal box. Even if they already own three “transparent drives,” yours will sound different, obviously.

What if my guitarist already has everything?

Then you buy them something weird — like a kazoo, a foot tambourine, or an EBow. Guitarists secretly crave quirky toys, and they’ll love you forever for finding something they didn’t know they needed. Bonus: wrap it in a Musicmaker Tote Bag and they’ll use it all year.

I don’t know anything about guitars — how do I choose?

No problem at all. That’s what we’re here for. Pop into Musicmaker Dublin or message us online — our crew will steer you toward the perfect gift, whether it’s a capo, strap, or Flight Ukulele. You don’t need to know tone woods from treble — we’ve got your back.

What’s the safest gift for a guitarist?

A Musicmaker Gift Voucher. It’s foolproof, flexible, and available in values from €20 to €500. It says, “I love you enough to let you choose your own gear (and save us both a return trip).”

Do guitarists really want practical gifts like cleaning kits and cables?

They might not say they do, but trust us — the first time they use a MusicNomad MN218 String Change Kit, they’ll look at you like you just gave them Excalibur. Every guitarist loves something that makes their gear sparkle or their tone cleaner.


Final Encore

You’ve done it. You’ve survived the gift gauntlet.

From the kazoo jokers to the pedal hoarders, the strap snobs to the Ebow dreamers, you’ve now got a list to please them all — and keep the Christmas noise festive, fun, and full of life.

So grab that tote, fill it with tone, and remember: the best gifts make sound.



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