The Gift Guide That Rocks
Truetone Music. Photo by Julie Wolfson/LAist
Here at LAist it is no secret that we love music. From our daily listings to interviews with musicians, we could be accused of being obsessed. To help you shop this holidays season, check out our classical music gift guide and our Independent Music Store Guide. For presents that rock we have a few suggestions.
For almost any instrument or accessory you could possibly need
Truetone Music in Santa Monica.
In addition to the amazing instrument selection, Truetone Music carries a mesmerizing array of guitar picks, straps, pedals, and more. Check out LAist Goes Shopping: Truetone Music for a virtual tour of the store.
For rockers that also likes their accessories to be super cute
Missy Broome
For guitar straps with skulls, anchors, stripes, leopard print and more check out Missy Broome's whimsical collection.
She was the head accessories designer for Paul Frank. Now she designs for her own company including the custom guitar straps, bags, coin purses, howdy character zip pouches including this roadie howdy that holds a pick. Her custom made straps and accessories are available on her Missy Broome site and at her Etsy store
For the rockingest iPod ever
The iPig
Molly Bergen lives, sleeps and breathes music. She says, "I love my iPig! It's the best speaker set ever. If you rub it's ears the sound goes up and down. And it's incredibly loud for such a small device. Did I mention it has a subwoofer? Pretty neat."
The iPig is made by Speakal. Founded in 2006, the Speakal Company is a privately held company based in Culver City.
For a compact music gadget with endless possibilities
The KAOSSILATOR
Ali Miller can't get enough of her Kaossilator. "I got a Kaossillator for my b-day and I absolutely love it."
Korg describes their product:
The KAOSSILATOR is a new pocket sized instrument that packs Korg's world renowned synth sound along with innovative performance features into an ultra-compact unit. Anyone can instantly play musical phrases by simply tapping or sliding their finger across the KAOSSILATOR’s touch pad – no previous skills required! The KAOSSILATOR is a portable, travel friendly device that runs on batteries, so you can have fun creating music anywhere your life takes you, with seemingly endless possibilities.
For old school stereophones with new school technology
KOSS Stereophones
LAist Music Editor, Joshua Press man recommends these full sized professional quality KOSS stereophones. These are an updated version of the 1970 originals, with performance-enhancing technology.
Do you have a new favorite music gadget that you think would make a great gift this holidays season? Let us know in the comments section!