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Hohner 34B BX Old Standby Harmonicas
$22.49Part of Hohner's diatonic harmonica series, the Hohner 34 Old Standby Harmonica is designed with high quality construction, excellent response and unsurpassed tone. The Hohner 34 has been a fixture as melody and a...h m s
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TASCAM TH-05 Monitoring Headphones
$39.00Delivering a clean, balanced, honest representation of your audio, the TH-05's 40 mm neodymium-magnet allows you to hear exactly what you're producing, bring out nuances and fix issues. Circumaural, closed-back oval...h m s
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Hosa GXJ183 1/4 Inch TRS to XLR Female Adaptor
$15.95This Hosa GXJ183 1/4 Inch TRS to XLR Female Adaptor is designed to adapt a balanced phone plug to an XLR output. ...h m s
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Audio Technica HP-EP M-Series Headphones Earpads Pair
$26.99The HP-EP-WH are replacement earpads for your M-Series headphones. Compatible with: ATH-M50WH. ...h m s
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Hohner MBXOV A Marine Band Crossover Harmonica
$93.49 - $135.99The Future of Harmonicas A hundred years down the road, the blues is still one of the most influential musical genres around. Its impact can be heard in the pop hymns, rock songs, and even hip hop tracks from al...6 Payments of $22.67
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Hosa PDX-430 Power Distribution Cord
$118.95The PDX-430 cable is designed to distribute line power to various components along its length. It is ideal for use with lighting equipment and pro audio gear in live venues. Hosa PDX-430 Power Distribution Cord...6 Payments of $19.83
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Hercules HA100 Mute Holder for 4 Mutes
$31.49The Hercules HA100 mute holder is designed to hold cornet, trumpet, trombone, or french horn mutes. It is ideal for holding up to four mutes in a convenient and safe position during performances or practice. It's...h m s
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Samson SR850C Studio Audio Headphones
$37.49The Samson SR850 studio reference headphones offer an excellent listening solution for musicians, sound engineers and general music enthusiasts. With outstanding bass response and clean, clear highs, the SR850s ens...h m s
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Hosa High Speed USB Cable Type A to Type B
$9.95 - $13.95The Hosa USB cable is compatible with USB 2.0 and features USB A to USB B connectors. This cable is perfect for USB audio interfaces and USB MIDI keyboards. It is also fully compatible with many popular hard drives ...h m s
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Mackie MC-250 Professional Closed-Back Studio Monitor Headphones
$89.99Truly pro-grade build and sound quality makes the Mackie MC-250 a no-brainer for studios and live use! Building on their studio monitor legacy, MC-250 headphones offer the accuracy and clarity Mackie is known for in...4 Payments of $22.50
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Alesis DRP100 Electronic Drum Reference Headphone
$59.00Practice. Play. Perform. Accurate sound reproduction and extreme audio isolation for monitoring electronic drum kits in the studio, during practice, and on the stage. Designed for today’s electronic drummers, ...4 Payments of $14.75
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Hohner 253-C Chrometta 10 Chromatic Harmonica
$143.49On the Hohner Chrometta 10, the 2 additional channels extend the tonal range downwards as far as G3, which is the lowest note found on the violin. Learn to play pop songs, jazz standards or even classical melodies w...6 Payments of $23.92
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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.
