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Hohner Pentaharp Harmonica
$49.95The Hohner PentaHarp is built for all musicians, not just harmonica players! If you have every tried to learn the harmonica before and were confused with the note layout this harmonica is for you. Its intuitive desi...4 Payments of $12.49
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Orange Crush Speaker Cable Speakon to Speakon
$19.99Orange Crush speaker cables are manufactured using the finest components available, including the highest grade oxygen-free copper for optimum signal clarity and articulation. Speakon jacks are nickel-plated for ext...h m s
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Hosa MHE Headphone Adaptor 3.5 mm TRS to 1/4 Inch TRS
$14.95 - $20.95The Hosa 1/8 Inch Female to 1/4 Inch TRS Headphone Adaptor Cable is designed to extend the reach of headphones and adapt a mini 1/8-inch (3.5mm) stereo phone plug to a stereo 1/4-inch phone jack. It may also be us...h m s
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Hosa MID303RR Right Angle MIDI Cable Right Angle 5pin DIN to Same 3'
$13.95 - $19.95This cable is designed to interconnect MIDI devices. It is wired 5-pin discrete and compatible with all MIDI standards, including SysEx. Hosa Cable Standard MIDI Cable Features Nickel-plated plugs ...h m s
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CBI GA American Made Guitar Instrument Cable 2 Right Angle
$16.99 - $20.99CBI Ga-1 Intrument Cables are ideal as a guitar cable, patch cord, keyboard cable, or anywhere a 1/4 inch to 1/4 inch connection is required. Between processors, pedals, effects, even from a mixer to a power amp. ...h m s
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Hosa Y Cable 1/4 Inch TRS to Dual 3.5 mm TRS Female
$10.95The Hosa YMP234 1/4 Inch Male TRS to Dual 1/8 Inch TRS Female Adapter Cable is designed to duplicate a stereo signal. A common use for this cable would be as a headphone adaptor, adapting one headphone jack to two...h m s
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ADJ ECCOM AC Extension Cable
$8.99 - $11.99The American DJ ECCOM10 AC Extension Cable is a reliable extension cord that features IEC male to IEC female connections. This is great for light fixtures or any other device that needs a longer IEC power cable. A...h m s
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Fender Spaghetti Logo T Shirt Music Clothing
$19.95 - $21.95Each Fender T shirt is made of 100% pre-shrunk cotton with full front screen prints, taped neck and shoulders and double-needle stitching. Let 'em know who makes the finest musical instruments in the biz! This one s...h m s
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D'Addario Patch Cable
$14.99Planet Waves Classic Series instrument cables provide the ultimate in quality and value. This cable offers a great value when patch cables are needed for pedalboard set up. ...h m s
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Hosa GMS274 Power Switch XLR to XLR Adaptor
$37.95The GMS-274 adaptor is designed to add a power switch to a dynamic microphone. It is ideal for karaoke, public speaking, and other events during which a single microphone is shared. The connectors are XLR3F femail t...h m s
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Hosa GXF132 RCA to XLR Female Adaptor
$14.95Convert the XLR outputs on your mixer to RCA outputs that match your power amplifier or powered speakers with the Hosa GXF132 RCA Female to XLR Female Adaptor. With a grounded 3-pin on the XLR, this adapter is perfe...h m s
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Hosa HMX Pro Stereo Breakout REAN Mini 1/8" to Dual XLR Male
$29.95 - $41.95This cable is designed to connect an audio device with a mini stereo phone output to professional audio gear with XLR inputs. It is ideal for connecting a portable media player, laptop, or similar device to a mixing...h m s
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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.
