Musicians can sometimes be difficult to buy gifts for, especially when some music gear can be pretty expensive.
Don't fret though — we've compiled a range of sub-tastic gifts for bass players, just in time for the Christmas shopping period!
Christmas Gift Guide For Bass Guitarists
Buying Gifts for Bass Guitarsists
We've put together this simple buying guide to help you get some last-minute gifts for the bass player in your life! Compiling all of the best bass-related accessories we could think of, our dedicated guide is ready for you to browse at your leisure. From simple stocking fillers to all-encompassing starter packs, we're sure you'll find the perfect gift in this festive Christmas guide. Read on for our top present suggestions...
Top 10 Gifts for Bass Guitarists
To start off with, we've hand-picked ten of the best gift ideas for bassists that us "Andertons Elves" could come up with. It took a while for us to all agree, but we got there in the end! Honestly, any of these accessories would make for a cracking stocking filler for the acoustic guitarist in your life.
Looking for more stocking filler ideas? Check out our dedicated 'Best Christmas Stocking Fillers for Musicians' page. It's filled to the brim with great gear!
Gift Vouchers £10 - £500
Loved one picky with presents? A voucher covers it all! Finding the right gift can be extremely difficult, especially when you are buying for someone as passionate about their hobby as a bass player. We also know that what a musician really wants may be out of the realms of what you want to pay.
That's why we love recommending our E-Gift Vouchers as Christmas presents. It allows you to spend however much you like, and they can choose what they want at a later date or put it towards their next big purchase. Simple! Our vouchers are sent digitally and they're printer-friendly, so you have something nice to present on Christmas day. They are available in a wide range of values from £10 to £500 — plus they're redeemable both online and in-store!
Bass Guitar Pedals
Pedals are a perfect addition to any bassist's setup. These simple little sound-changing gadgets make a whole lot of difference to your tone, from killer rock overdrive to trippy modulation and ambient reverb. Guaranteed inspiration for any musician! We stock everything from affordable brands like Landlord FX and Tone City to industry-leading names like Boss and Electro-Harmonix.
Why Every Bassist Needs Spare Strings
Without strings, a guitar/bass would just be a plank of wood. Ok, we're exaggerating slightly - but you can never have too many spare strings. Whether it's just a spare set, or a premium set of fancy strings to last you months and months, a pack of proper strings will always go down well!
Guitar Straps: The Unsung Heroes
The unsung hero of the guitar/bass accessory world. Not only do they keep our instruments close to us at all times - they usually look pretty darn cool too. You can never go wrong with a spare strap, whether it's a fancy design or just a useful thing to keep in the case!
Hangers / Stands
Park your bass up for the night
Sometimes you don't feel like packing your instrument away every time you finish playing. Keep it out on display and ready to rock at a moment's notice; wall hangers, fold-out stands, pro-grade stage stands - an addition more useful than it seems.
Cleaning & Care
Why Every Bassist Needs a Cleaning Kit
Everyone likes a tidy instrument. A simple cleaning kit can go a long way, from keeping a bass guitar's neck clean to ensuring that your instrument stays in tune. An essential for practice, touring and the studio.
Picks / Plectrums
You can play the bass with a pick!
Guitar and bass picks (or plectrums, whatever you prefer) come from a different dimension. Drop them at the right angle and they return to their transcendent plane of existence, never to be seen again. For this reason, you can never have too many picks. Most bassists prefer thicker plectrums - but a variety is never a bad thing.
Clip-On Tuners
Why Every Guitarist Needs a Tuner
There isn't much worse than an instrument that's out of tune. Easily prevented; get a tuner. From as little as £12, you can keep your guitar or bass in tune at all times - a no-brainer!
A great practice amp changes everything
It's always nice to have a decent sound when practicing, especially for electric bass players. Plugging into an interface or playing with headphones can become tedious - sometimes you just wanna plug in and make a bit of noise. That's where practice amps come in; compact, quiet, versatile and affordable!
Protect your bass from bumps and scrapes
Keep that instrument safe and sound. At home, out and about, in the studio - whatever, wherever. From lightweight gigbags to heavy-duty hardcases, we've got plenty on offer.
Bass Starter Packs
Everything you need to get going
For the prospective bass player, the budding 4-stringer who isn't quite sure where to start. Our starter packs come with everything you need to get going. The best bit? They're all designed to be affordable and versatile - minimum hassle, maximum inspiration.