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EarthQuaker Devices Octoskull T-Shirt
$25.00You've tried the pedals, now try the clothes! Time to represent one of your favorite Effects Pedal brands without lugging around your pedal board. The infamous Earthquaker OctoSkull logo design available on this 100...h m s
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AXE HEAVEN Mini Replica Gibson Slash LP Standard
$39.99This AXE HEAVEN® Les Paul™ Standard Slash 1:4 Scale Mini Guitar Model is an incredibly detailed scale replica of the Gibson Slash artist model electric guitar. Slash has played this guitar before millions of fans du...h m s
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AIAIAI C18 Coiled 5' Neon Cable with Adapter
$25.00The AIAIAI C18 5 foot Coiled Neon Cable with 1/8” to 1/4” Adapter. Coiled neon yellow 1.5m thermo plastic cable with soft touch surface. Extends up to 3.2m. Perfect for DJing or small studio use. Comes with 1/...h m s
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DAddario PW-FPRR-202 Flat Patch Cable 2 Pack
$19.99D’Addario’s Custom Series Flat Patch Cables optimize pedalboard space by allowing you to place pedals closer together while accurately transferring all the subtle details of your playing. Utilizing the latest in cab...h m s
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Pig Hog PHLSK1CA Lil Pigs Low Profile Patch Cables
$17.95Pig Hog cables are precisely overbuilt to stand up to the most grueling tour conditions imaginable and are designed to provide the highest quality performance with outstanding value. Pig Hog understands your cables ...h m s
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Taylor Black Cap Red White Emblem - One Size
$24.99The pro-style chino twill cap with structured front and red/white round Taylor logo features an adjustable fabric strap with custom embossed metal peghead buckle closure. One size fits all. Taylor Black Cap ... -
Taylor 3702 Pom Beanie, Intarsia Knit
$24.99Woven with a Taylor logo in white against a black background, this beanie features a black and white pom on the crown, striking red and white stripes, and a small tag with the full Taylor Quality Guitars logo....h m s
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Mojave Audio CMA-20 5-pin 20 Premium Mic Cable
$120.00The CMA 5-pin is a 20' Premium microphone cable. Manufactured using Canare cable with Neutrik XLR ends for ultimate clarity. ...6 Payments of $20.00
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RODE SC17 1.5m USB C to USB C Cable
$19.00The SC17 is a high-quality USB-C to USB-C cable. Measuring 1.5 metres long, it is ideal for connecting USB-C devices such as the NT-USB Mini or RØDECaster Pro to devices with a USB-C input. RODE SC17 1.5m USB C ... -
RapcoHorizon RoadHOG Guitar Instrument Cable
$16.26 - $19.51Use the best, buy RoadHOG guitar cables from RapcoHorizon. Your cable is the most important piece of your signal chain. Maintain your high sound quality with these cables which are Road Ready and Tour Tough . This...h m s
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PRS Classic Speaker Cable Straight to Straight Ends
$19.99 - $24.99Whether onstage or in the studio, your cables are an essential link in your tone chain... Don’t settle! PRS Classic Series speaker cables feature large-gauge 12AWG wire and heavy duty connectors to allow for a stro... -
Warm Audio Pro-TS-2RT Pro Series Instrument Patch Cable
$16.99 - $19.99A space saving high-fidelity cable for your pedal set up. Using Swiss-made Gotham AG cable stock, Warm Audio cables give you high-end features like StarQuad construction and Double-Reussen shielding without the bout...h m s
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When your hands are free, you can focus on the music. That’s why On-Stage offers some of the best stands in the business. Mics, guitars, keyboards, speakers, lights, and more, they hold it up so you can throw it down! Shop On-Stage stands for reliable support you can trust.
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.
