Best Christmas gifts for music lovers 2025: Present ideas with a rock'n'roll twist

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If you know a guitarist who keeps losing their picks, then this neat little guitar amp pick holder by Initial Layer might be just what you're looking for as a cheap and cheerful gift. Each mini-amp holds a total of eight plectrums and one buyer even said they used the amp as a decoration for their son's birthday cake, which is a nice double use! Another plus is that the mini-amps are made from eco-friendly PLA.

This collection of 14 iron-on patches could kick-start someone's new battle jacket or used to customise a pair of jeans or a shirt. Each patch in the collection is made from polyester embroidery fabric and can be applied in less than a minute. Got a leather jacket than could do with some new patches? No problem. Just sew them straight on. A nice gift for a music lover that doesn't cost a fortune - and there's plenty of artists represented.

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If you know someone who’s always a bit groggy and struggles to get up in the morning, then a coffee or tea slurped from this cassette tape mug should wake them up faster than a Dragonforce guitar solo. The ceramic mug features cassette spines from the good old days, before new-fangled technology got in the way, with artists like Metallica, AC/DC and Guns N’ Roses represented. It's made by small UK-based firm Planchette Place who specialise in music and horror merch. I'm hoping I get one in December!

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When I was growing up, getting socks for Christmas was a staple - and also one of the worst presents you could possibly have given me, rather than a brand new ZX Spectrum game. But times change, and I don’t think I would have been quite as disappointed if I had received a pair of band-branded socks. Sock Shop are selling loads of pairs featuring designs including Ozzy, Maiden, Motorhead, AC/DC, Pink Floyd, Queen, Nirvana and more. Each pack contains 4 pairs and is presented in a magnetic gift box.

Super7 make action figures and collectables covering everything from TV favourites and animation, to sports players and musicians. There are dozens to collect but I’ve gone for the Dimebag Darrell model for this gift guide which honours the late Pantera and Damageplan legend. It stands at 3.75” and comes with detachable guitar and strap, while Dimebag also has a pink soul patch, tattoos and he can be adjusted for prime place on a music shelf.

The Louder team have long been big fans of Rocksaw’s range of music-themed jigsaw puzzles. They collect some of the most iconic rock and metal cover art and then turn them into awesome 500-piece puzzles. All are officially licensed products and there are so many great designs that would make an awesome gift. However, my pick goes to the 12” cover art of Iron Maiden’s Stranger In A Strange Land featuring Eddie looking menacing in his duster jacket in a cantina Somewhere In Time.

Buying your friend a standard Monopoly set wouldn't be very inspiring. But Queen Monopoly? Now, that's more like it. London streets have been replaced by Wembley, Hyde Park and The Forum in Los Angeles. As with the standard Monopoly, though, you'll need to avoid jail, taxes and bankruptcy – after all, what would the tabloids say? With loads of Queen-related references and a set of game pieces themed around the band's songs, this present will make your friend of family member go Ga Ga.

When it comes to an affordable, ultra-portable, great sounding Bluetooth speaker, the JBL Go 4 is very hard to beat. It's so good, I have two of them and I take one with me everywhere - around my home and on trips away. Battery life is around the 7 hour mark, it has a IP67 waterproof and dust proof rating and you can connect two of them together wirelessly for awesome stereo sound. It's a robust wee thing too and you can pick one of in a variety of colours: Black, black & orange, blue, red, sand, pink, purple, white and a camouflage design. A seriously good present for a cracking price.

Sony make some of the best headphones around, but not all of them are expensive - and that includes the brilliant Sony WH-CH520. These lightweight, wireless, on-ear headphones have up to 50 hours of battery power from a full charge and are available in black, beige, blue, pink, white and yellow. They also boast 360 Reality Audio and the EQ can be tweaked via the Sony Sound Connect app. They’ve very comfortable to wear, so if you’re looking to gift someone a new set of headphones, the WH-CH520 come highly recommended.

I've been very impressed with all the House Of Marley products that have crossed my path. The company's commitment to sustainability is to be applauded - and when it comes to audio delivery, their gear always hits the mark. The Positive Vibration Frequency over-ear headphones are top-drawer - especially when you consider the price. Sound is warm and balanced, while the passive noise isolation is very good indeed. Add to that killer looks and 34 hours of battery, and the Positive Vibration Frequency make an ideal present for under the $/£100 mark.

While demand for cassettes isn't anywhere near the clamour for vinyl or even CDs, it remains a niche market for music lovers and collectors. Just take a casual look through Bandcamp, and you'll see more and more artists releasing their sounds on limited-edition tapes - and I'm here for all of it! The FiiO CP13 sits in the top spot in our guide to the best cassette players thanks to its classic design, build quality and rechargeable battery. It's a throwback to the 80s Walkman and makes a neat gift for under the $/£100 mark.

Lego has come a long way since I was a nipper. The days of basic, regular-shaped coloured blocks are long gone, with the company embracing pop-culture and coming up with some brilliantly detailed models. Lego Star Wars has been popular for a long time now and the video games remain huge hits when released. But if your friend or loved one wants something for their Star Wars shelf, R2-D2 could fit the bill. The 1050-piece kit has attachable tools, a rotating head, and comes with a Darth Malak LEGO minifigure. Given some of the high prices associated with Star Wars Lego, this is a bit of a bargain.