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Hosa GTR518R Tweed Guitar Cable Straight 1/4" to Right Angle 1/4" 18'
$33.95The Hosa GTR518 Tweed Guitar Instrument Cable is designed to provide years of dependable service. High-quality components and world-class manufacturing combine to deliver products of exceptional value. Hosa...h m s
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Beyerdynamic DT 270 Pro Over-Ear Studio Headphone
$115.95 - $129.99Beyerdynamic DT 270 Pro: Your Personal Cone of Silence Ever try to record pristine vocals while your roommate is re-watching a monster truck rally in the next room? The Beyerdynamic DT 270 Pro is your ticket to ...6 Payments of $21.67
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Hosa SKT Edge 12 Gauge Speaker Cables speakON to speakOn
$48.95 - $254.95Hosa SKT200 Speakon to Speakon speaker cables are designed to provide years of dependable service. High-quality components and world-class manufacturing combine to deliver products of exceptional value. Hosa S...6 Payments of $16.83
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CBI Livewinder Pedal Patch Snake 20 Foot
$99.95The Sidewinder is the solution for connecting your pedalboards to your amplifiers. Simple, reliable but most important high quality. The CBI Sidewinder is 4 pairs of 24 gauge indivually shielded cable under a single...6 Payments of $16.66
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Mogami Gold Stereo Keyboard Cable with Right Angles
$147.95 - $159.95The true, unaltered sound of your stereo keyboard comes through loud and clear with Mogami Gold Keyboard S Cable. This extremely neutral cable has a very wide bandwidth for highly detailed, accurate sound. The Gold ...6 Payments of $24.66
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Warm Audio Prem-XLR Premier Series XLR Cable
$39.99 - $112.99Whether in grueling tour conditions or a studio, the Prem-XLR cable delivers every nuance of your performance. The high-fidelity Prem-XLR cable transmits the full dynamic range of your music. Using Swiss-made Gotham...6 Payments of $18.83
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Mogami Gold Instrument Cable with Right Angled Ends
$87.95 - $109.95Mogami Cable; Premium Guitar and Instrument Cable for Stage or Studio! The Gold Series Instrument Cable uses Mogami 2524 High Definition Instrument Cable. This extremely low-coloration design maintains the uniqu...6 Payments of $16.66
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Mackie MP-220 Professional In Ear Monitor Headphones
$159.99Mackie has been helping artists perform their best for decades with their renowned loudspeaker designs, and now they are bringing that signature sound straight to your ears! The Mackie MP-220 Dual Dynamic Driv...6 Payments of $26.67
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Mackie MC-350 Professional Closed-Back Headphones
$159.99Building on their studio monitor legacy, Mackie's MC-350 Professional Closed-Back Headphones offer increased accuracy and clarity, perfect for referencing a mix, critical listening, and DJs that demand top performan...6 Payments of $26.67
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Hohner CX-12 Jazz Chromatic Harmonica Key of C
$470.99Based on the successful design of CX12, the CS12 Jazz features a more comfortable playing experience with a narrower mouthpiece radius. The CX12 Jazz produces quality tone and punchy sound with greater control and m...8 Payments of $58.87
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CBI SC Heavy Duty Speaker Cable 14 Gauge 1/4 Inch Connectors
$17.99 - $62.98CBI Speaker Cable is tour-quality, super heavy-duty 14 gauge speaker cable, featuring a thick neoprene jacket, pure copper conductors and jumbo 1/4 inch connectors for more demanding speaker runs. Don't overtax your...4 Payments of $15.75
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Fender Barstool Embossed Logo Black 24 inch
$119.99For your next jam session or wrestling up to your favorite bar, Fender has the stool for you. The Fender™ embossed black logo barstool is just what every guitar player needs. This classic black barstool with iconic ...6 Payments of $20.00
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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.
