Welcome to my Guitar Gift Guide 2025!

This list is perfect if you’re looking to buy something awesome for the special guitarist in your life… or if you’re a guitarist treating yourself. No judgement here!

I’ve got 10 great suggestions, ranging from approximately $35 to $700—though prices can vary significantly this time of year due to the numerous sales, so it definitely pays to shop around.

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These are not in any particular order, and please note that any of these companies hasn’t paid me to promote their products. Throughout the year, I received various products for testing, with no obligation to feature them. I’m just sharing what I genuinely like and use.

1. BlueChip Picks (~$35 to $75 each)

Let’s start with a shocker. I must have lost thousands of picks in my life… but I have a few picks I’ve kept for years because I look after them very carefully—they cost $75 each. Yes, you heard that right. Seventy-five dollars… for a single pick. And no, they’re not made of gold.

Sounds crazy, but honestly:

They feel incredible
They glide over the strings beautifully
They produce a fantastic tone

If you want to get a guitarist something special—something they probably wouldn’t buy for themselves—these are a great shout. They come in lots of shapes and thicknesses, so check what your favourite guitarist normally plays. You can order directly at bluechippick.net.

2. D’Addario Pick Tin/Pick Holder (~ $20)

I love this thing—much more useful than I expected when it first arrived.

If you’ve watched my livestreams, you’ll have seen the little table I keep beside me with all my picks and capos… and you might’ve even seen me knock the whole thing over once. Chaos! This little pick holder solves that.

The top tray keeps your frequently used picks ready to grab
There’s a storage compartment underneath
The bottom also acts as a protective lid, making it easy to throw it in your gig bag.

It even spins—an unnecessary, yet oddly satisfying feature. They’re $20 and should be available at most guitar retailers.

3. Boss Katana Go (~$100)

The Boss Katana series remains the best bang-for-buck amp line available, and this little mini headphone amp, the Katana Go, is brilliant for its size. I take it on holidays so I can practice without annoying the family!

10 amp types
Loads of effects
Full editing via Bluetooth and a mobile device
And most importantly: it sounds mega

Usually around $100, depending on where you order it from!

4. D’Addario Backline Gear Transport Backpack (~$150–$250)

I love bags and luggage, so when D’Addario said they’d send their new Backline Gear Transport Pack, I was all in, and honestly, it’s fantastic. It’s designed for gigging musicians, but even if you play at home, it’s perfect for staying organised.

Highlights:

Front cable bay with clever dividers
Top compartment ideal for pedals, mics, and accessories
The laptop section in the back
Tons of pockets—super practical and very sturdy

It retails around $150–$250, depending on where you shop.

5. String Swing Guitar Hangers/Slat Wall System

People always ask about the guitar hangers behind me in my videos. They’re made by String Swing, an American company that continues to manufacture in the USA with excellent quality.

I use their slat wall panels with multi-arm hangers—easy to install, look great, and crucially… keep my guitars off the floor where my toddler can’t reach them. They offer a wide range of options, tailored to your specific space. Check them out at stringswing.com.

6. ToneWood Amp 2 (~$300)

If you missed the video Mike Dawes and I did on this, do check it out.

This little box is amazing for acoustic players. It attaches to the back of your guitar using magnets, and the effects come out of the guitar itself—no amp required.

Reverb, delay, modulation… all coming straight out of the wood. It’s wild! They’re around $300 and make a brilliant gift for any acoustic lover.

7. Bosch Powered Screwdriver + D’Addario Peg Winder (~$50)

Many companies have attempted to release powered string-changing gadgets, but if you look backstage at a pro tour, most techs use a good power screwdriver with a tuning-peg bit.

After trying a few, the Bosch one is my favourite.

Super fast string changes
Adjustable torque
Forward and reverse
Does exactly one job—and does it properly

The screwdriver is around $50 / £50, and the peg-winder bit from D’Addario is about $10.

8. Boss RC-1 Looper (~$100)

One of the most fun toys you can buy for a guitarist.

The RC-1 is simple, reliable, and great for beginners:

No screens
No menus
No weird extras

Just press, play, overdub, stop. Brilliant for practice and songwriting. Most retailers sell it for about $100.

9. BeatBuddy Drum Pedal ($120 to $500)

Many people avoid metronomes because they think they’re boring, but those people often need them the most. Enter the BeatBuddy. It’s a drum pedal with numerous grooves that feel musical and enjoyable. You can even gig with it if you want drum backing.

Trigger fills, intros, endings.
Tons of styles
Sounds great

The Mini starts around $120, the standard model around $300, and the new upgraded version (which I haven’t tried yet) is around $500. Available through most online retailers or directly at singularsound.com.

10. Blues Immersion ($599 to $699)

I couldn’t finish this list without including one of my own creations. Blues Immersion is the course I’m most proud of building in recent years. It’s an intensive six-month program where we dive deep into:

The language of the Blues
Authentic licks and phrasing
5-pattern framework
Whole-neck confidence
History and artists of the genre

If you’re stuck in a pentatonic rut and ready to invest in yourself, check it out!

🎄 Final Thoughts

I hope this gave you some fun ideas, whether you’re shopping for a guitarist you love or treating yourself to something new.

Wishing you a fantastic festive season filled with love, laughter, and loads of music.

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