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Sensaphonics 3DME Gen 2 Active-Ambient IEM System
$799.00Sensaphonics 3DME Gen 2 Active Ambient In-Ear Monitor Earphones The Sensaphonics 3DME Gen 2 earphones are your personal portal between pure isolation and raw, live sound. Imagine piping the room's palpable energy...12 Payments of $66.58
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Mogami Core Plus TS Instrument Cable
$38.95 - $64.95Professionals trust Mogami for their instrument's signal. Mogami's legendary performance has been the choice of the best studios and touring artists for many years. CorePlus features carefully chosen cables and con...4 Payments of $16.24
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Hosa Balanced Interconnect 1/4" TRS Cables
$10.95 - $29.95The Hosa CSS100 series cable is designed to interconnect pro audio gear with balanced phone jacks. A TRS balanced plug on both ends allow easy access to jacks with minimal clearance. Hosa Cable CSS100 1/4 ...h m s
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CBI CAT5ULT-REEL Sheilded Locking CAT5 Ethercon Reel
$489.99 - $599.99CBI has your answer for all your cabling questions. Reliable and durable, CBI cables meet and exceed the expectations of its customers. This convenient reel has built in Locking CAT5E Panel. CBI CAT5ULT-REEL ...12 Payments of $50.00
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Ernie Ball Coiled Instrument Cable
$54.99Ernie Ball coiled instrument cables feature a high-quality design made with superior components that are built to last. Dual-conductors deliver reliably clear tone with crisp highs, tight mids, and rich harmonics. M...4 Payments of $13.75
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Mogami Gold DB25 to XLR Female 8 Channel Recording Snakes
$259.95 - $339.95The Mogami 8 channel DB25 to XLRF interface snake is made using Mogami’s 8 channel multi-pair cable, the recognized standard for quality sound in the professional recording industry. These are hand assembled and mac...8 Payments of $42.49
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Audio Technica ATH-R50X Open-Back Headphones
$169.00The Audio-Technica ATH-R50x professional open-back reference headphones are designed to provide a natural listening experience with an expansive soundstage that’s ideal for all manner of critical-listening tasks. Th...6 Payments of $28.17
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Audio Technica ATH-M20xBT Wireless Over Ear Headphones
$67.95 - $89.00Audio-Technica ATH-M20xBT Wireless Over-Ear Headphones The Audio-Technica ATH-M20xBT is what you get when a studio legend decides to go wireless. By taking the critically acclaimed design of the wired M20x and cu...4 Payments of $22.25
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Sennheiser IE 100 Pro Wireless In Ear Monitor Earphones
$159.00Clarity with a wide dynamic range, the IE 100 PRO wireless in-ear monitors are a perfect choice for performance or in the studio. Improve the way you perform on stage and enrich private listening pleasure by enhanci...6 Payments of $26.50
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CBI MLC LowZ Microphone Cable
$9.99The CBI MLC Cables are built to last and priced to save you big money! An excellent Low-Z microphone cable, the CBI MLC offers high quality XLR male and female connectors and is compatible with any XLR connection...h m s
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Hercules DS551B Sousaphone Stand
$134.49The Hercules DS551BB Sousaphone stand features contact points with our SFF rubber that provide a safe resting place for your instrument. Heavy-duty structure and tripod legs offer the ultimate in stability and secu...6 Payments of $22.42
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Mackie HM-4 4 Way Headphone Amplifier
$49.99Straightforward and incredibly easy-to-use, the ultra-compact HM-4 4-Way Headphone Amplifier by Mackie is truly the no-hassle headphone management solution! The HM-4 features a single 1/4” stereo input and four 1/4"...4 Payments of $12.50
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Stock Up on Musical Instrument Accessories That Make Practice and Performance Easier
Your rig is only as solid as the pieces that support it. American Musical Supply keeps your setup tight with musical instrument accessories for stage, studio, and daily practice. From cables and cases to tuners and power, we’ve got the small parts that make a big difference for working players.
Find Musical Accessories That Shape Tone, Timing, and Stage Confidence
Great sound comes from great choices before you ever hit record or step on stage. Musical instrument accessories shape tone, keep signals clean, and make performances smoother at practice or under lights. When your tools are good, you play freer and focus on the music instead of the gremlins.
- Quiet, reliable signal paths that reduce hum and crackle
- Consistent tuning, timing, and monitoring for confident playing
- Smart protection so instruments travel safely and stay in spec
- Clean power and organization that speed up setup and teardown
- Comfort upgrades that reduce fatigue through long rehearsals
Dress your rig like it matters, because it does. The right musician accessories turn good takes into keepers and keep live sets running tight from count-in to final bow.
Must-Have Accessories for Musicians: From Audio Cables to Metronomes
Musicians live on the little things. These are the musical instrument accessories that keep shows smooth, sessions clean, and practice productive. Start here to round out your setup, prevent glitches, and save time when the lights go up.
Audio Cables
Your tone only sounds as good as the path it travels. Choose instrument, mic, and speaker cables with proper gauge, shielding, and connectors; keep lengths sensible; and add quality adapters or DI boxes when the run gets weird. Quiet lines equal clean mixes.
Headphones
Never underestimate the power of a good pair of headphones. Track with closed-back isolation, check edits with open-back detail, and keep a spare set for guests. Comfort, frequency response, and clamp force all matter when sessions run long. A reliable pair is a daily driver for every producer and player.
Headphone Amps
With headphone amps, each musician gets a personal mix and proper headroom. Desktop and rack units split signals cleanly, prevent clipping, and keep the vibe positive in the live room. Everyone hears what they need, so performances stay relaxed and locked.
Gift Cards
Know the player, but not the part? Gift cards let artists pick the exact musician accessories they’ve been eyeing, from boutique cables to in-ears. It’s the easy win for birthdays, tour send-offs, and studio thank-yous.
Metronomes
Good time never goes out of style. Programmable metronomes keep practice honest, tighten ensembles, and make pre-production smoother. Start steady, stay steady, and your mixes will thank you.
How to Choose the Right Accessories for Your Setup
Pick tools to solve real problems, not to fill drawers. Match accessories to your instrument, your venue size, and the kind of sessions you run. If you record a lot, prioritize quiet power and monitoring. If you tour, prioritize protection and speed. Then build a short list and upgrade the weakest link first.
- Define the goal: cleaner signal, faster setup, better monitoring, or protection
- Match specs to use case: cable type, impedance, isolation, or form factor
- Prefer durability where it counts: strain relief, hinges, hardware, and zippers
- Keep backups for mission-critical items like tuners and cables
- Review your workflow every few months and retire the time-wasters
Choose with intent, and your rig gets lighter, quieter, and more reliable. That’s how musical accessories pay for themselves in fewer fixes and better performances.
Frequently Asked Questions About Musical Instrument Accessories
The little things matter most when the gig is on the line. These answers cover the essentials that AMS customers ask about musical accessories.
What are the most overlooked musician accessories?
Cleaning kits, humidifiers, and ear protection. These keep your gear healthy and your hearing intact, and they’re all available at AMS.
Are metronomes still useful when apps exist?
Yes. Dedicated metronomes are louder, more reliable, and don’t drain your phone battery. AMS stocks digital and analog versions trusted by working musicians.
What if I’m not sure which accessory a musician needs?
Gift cards from AMS make it simple. Musicians can pick the exact accessories they need, from strings to pedalboard parts.
Gear Up the Smart Way with Musical Instrument Accessories AMS
Outfit your rig with musical instrument accessories that punch above their weight. American Musical Supply stocks the pieces pros count on, ships VERY fast, and lets you spread payments over time with 0% interest plans. Build a smoother, cleaner, more reliable setup today and keep the music moving.
