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Hercules DS520B Trombone Stand
$59.95 - $70.49The Hercules DS520B Trombone stand provides the ultimate in stability and security for your instrument....4 Payments of $17.62
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Hosa PXF Unbalanced Interconnect XLR3F to 1/4 Inch Cables
$14.95 - $22.95The Hosa 1/4 Inch to XLR Female Unbalanced Interconnect Cable is designed to connect gear with XLR male outputs to gear with unbalanced phone inputs. For best results, match the low output impedance to the high in...h m s
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Sennheiser GZL RG-8X Coaxial Cable With BNC
$64.95 - $129.00The Sennheiser GZL RG-8X series is a low damping coaxial cable with BNC connector. Professional quality with durability for peace of mind. ...6 Payments of $21.50
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Hercules BS311B Orchestra Stand
$66.95 - $110.99The Hercules BS311B music stand features the patented EZ Clutch height adjustment, a perforated folding desk, a tiltable tripod base, open taps for instrument pegs, and wire page retainers....6 Payments of $18.50
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Hosa CPR105 Unbalanced Interconnect 1/4" TS to RCA
$9.95 - $16.95The 1/4 Inch TS to RCA unbalanced interconnect cable from Hosa is designed connect gear with unbalanced phone jacks to gear with phono jacks. It is ideal for connecting pro audio gear to consumer audio components. ...h m s
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Hohner 590BX Big River Harp MS Series
$39.55The Hohner Big River Harp MS Harmonica combines the highest German quality standards at a great price! A plastic combed, MS version of the Marine Band style harp, the Big River is a workhorse harmonica that excels...h m s
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Shure WA302 Instrument Wireless Cable
$22.50Connect your guitar to your Shure wireless system with the Shure WA302 Instrument Wireless Cable . Made to give you ultra-dependable performance, the Shure WA302 connects the T1, UT1, SC1, LX1, ULX1, UC1, and U1 bo...h m s
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Hosa HXR-000 Unbalanced Interconnect XLR3F to RCA Cable
$19.95 - $33.95The Hosa HXR-000 Pro Unbalanced Interconnect cable is designed to connect gear with XLR outputs to gear with phono inputs. For best results, match the low output impedance to the high input impedance. Hosa H...h m s
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Hohner MBAND MAB Marine Band Harmonica Minor
$58.99 - $69.49The Marine Band 1896 is the archetypal blues harmonica. Almost unchanged since it was patented in 1896, this iconic instrument embodies the real deep blues like no other and is the benchmark against which all others...4 Payments of $14.75
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Hosa 3.5mm TS to 1/4" TS Adapter Cable
$9.95 - $13.95Hosa CMP300 Adapter Cables have one male, mono 1/8-inch minijack connector and one male, mono 1/4" connector. Hosa makes affordable adapter cables to fit just about any "odd job" you run into. For 20 Years, Hosa ...h m s
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Hosa DTP803 Balanced Snake DB25 to 1/4" TRS
$71.95 - $108.95Unlike the Alesis format which uses one snake for both ins and outs, TASCAM and Fostex digital multitracks employ a 25-pin D-Sub connector, and therefore require two snakes; one for the inputs and one for the output...6 Payments of $18.16
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D'Addario PW-AGLRA Circuit Breaker Instrument Cable Right Angle
$35.99The Circuit Breaker cable with one right angled plug has a Latching Cut-Off Switch. Featuring the same solderless plug connection as its predecessor, the Circuit Breaker cable has an actuated “kill switch” that allo...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.
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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.
