With Father’s Day on the horizon, Guitar Center, the world’s largest musical instrument retailer, has put together a list of great music gifts. From encouraging a brand-new hobby, to rewarding the lifelong player or music fan with a new instrument or piece of gear to cherish, there is no greater symbol of love and appreciation than the gift of music!
For new players and lifelong learners alike, GC offers one-on-one lessons on guitar, piano/keyboards, DJ tools, and a number of other instruments. Visit the GC Lessons portal for more information and to get started.
Turntable systems and vinyl continue to be a growing market for collectors and audiophiles, and GC offers a number of vinyl essentials, including the Audio-Technica AT-LP140XP Direct-Drive Professional DJ Turntable ($499) and Gemini TT-900BW Vinyl Record Player Turntable With Bluetooth and Dual Stereo Speakers ($149.95), as well as a number of classic albums including The Doors’ self-titled debut in mono (a limited-edition Record Store Day exclusive) ($51.99).
Everybody needs high-quality headphones, and GC has the right model for every use – for instance, the Shure AONIC 50 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones ($299) and JBL LIVE400BT Wireless On Ear Headphones ($99.95).
For the keyboard player in your life, check out the Casio CDP-S110 Compact Digital Piano ($399) and the Arturia KeyLab Essential 49 MIDI Keyboard Controller ($209).
Guitarists have been embracing the six recently-introduced GAMMA effects pedals, including the GAMMA Bacchus Dynamic Driver ($69.99), a versatile overdrive with wide-ranging Level, Tone and Drive controls, plus a Fat switch for those times when you want a little more low-frequency push.
For those dipping their toes into podcasting, content creation or home recording, GC offers the Sterling Audio H224 Complete Recording Bundle ($599.99), featuring everything needed to get started – Sterling Audio S400 Studio Headphones With 40 mm Drivers; Sterling Audio ST159 Multi-Pattern Condenser Microphone; Livewire Essential XLR Microphone Cable, 15′; Sterling Audio MX5 5″ Powered Studio Monitor; and Livewire Advantage Interconnect Cable 1/4″ TRS Male to XLR Male, 10′ – all at an extraordinary value.
Gift cards are a natural fit for Father’s Day, offering the opportunity to put the card toward a major purchase, accessories, or anything in between – either in-store or through GC’s extensive eShop.
So no matter the skill level or specific area of interest, Guitar Center has the right gift for the musician or music lover in your life this Father’s Day. For more information on these products or additional gift suggestions, contact [email protected].
Photo caption: Sterling Audio H224 Complete Recording Bundle
