Cyber Monday music deals 2025: The big sales event is over, but there are still some deals hanging around

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Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over for another year - but as the dust begins to settle, there are still some excellent deals hanging around - but as always, you'll need to be quick, as we don't know when these discounts will come to an end.

For example, in the US, you can still get the super-portable Marshall Emberton II Bluetooth speaker with 34% off at Amazon. The online shopping giant has cut the price on much-loved device from $179.99 to $119.41 in its Black & Brass, Cream and Black & Steel colour variants.

If you’re in the UK and want a stellar portable speaker, then Amazon's deal on the brilliant JBL Flip 7 is still going - down from £129.99 to £79.99. We recently reviewed this powerful speaker, awarding it a full five stars, saying it offered “a near-perfect balance of durability, usability, and sound quality.” This offer covers the speaker in either its black or blue colourway.

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US deals

Turntables (US)

Buy a Victrola turntable - get a free LP"FREEALBUM"

Buy a Victrola turntable - get a free LP
Buying new vinyl can be expensive, so it’s well worth taking advantage of this deal over at Victrola, which enables you to get a free album – worth up to $35 – when you make a purchase from a selection of the company's record players. Just add the code "FREEALBUM" after you add both items to your basket.

Victrola Stream Onyx
Editor's choice
Save 33% ($300)
Victrola Stream Onyx: was $899.99 now $599.99 at Amazon

Amazon has slashed a whopping $300 off one of the most stylish record players I've seen in recent years, reducing it by 33%. Seeing as this fully manual, belt-driven, two-speed turntable offers great sound, a premium build, plus the ability to connect wirelessly to any Sonos speaker, I'd say that’s an excellent discount.

Victrola Eastwood II
Save 33% ($50)
Victrola Eastwood II: was $149.99 now $99.99 at Amazon

If you're shopping for a compact, portable turntable, but one that still delivers the goods in terms of audio and performance, the second iteration of Victrola's Eastwood deck is a sure bet. The vintage looks belie the tech under the hood, including single knob control, Bluetooth-connectivty and a custom-tuned speaker. It also comes complete with an Audio-Technica AT-3600LA cartridge for crystal clear audio.

Audio-Technica AT-LP60XBT
Save 17% ($50)
Audio-Technica AT-LP60XBT: was $299 now $249 at Amazon

The Audio-Technica AT-LP60XBT is on sale at Amazon. It's a fully automatic, belt-driven turntable that also has Bluetooth onboard. It's a great size for smaller rooms and, as you'd expect from Audio-Technica, this record player sounds excellent and has a no-fuss design.

CD players (US)

Philips CD player
Save 25% ($45)
Philips CD player: was $179.99 now $134.99 at Amazon

Amazon have knocked 25% off the price of this Philips CD player that comes with bookshelf speakers. Not only does it feature a CD player, but it will also play your cassettes and it has a radio and remote control. A neat all-in-one player.

Onkyo  CD-C603
Save 20% ($75)
Onkyo CD-C603: was $374.99 now $299.99 at Best Buy

Another excellent offering from Onkyo is the six-disc CD-C603 which has a $75 discount at BestBuy. It has a digital display, clock and you can programme your own playlists. There’s no Bluetooth or headphone jack, but if you want a solid, straightforward CD player, this is a great option.

CD and vinyl (US)

CDs

Guns N' Roses Use Your Illusion I & II CD Super Deluxe box set
Save 11% ($29.73)
Guns N' Roses Use Your Illusion I & II CD Super Deluxe box set: was $259.98 now $230.25 at Amazon

This version on Use Your Illusion I & II is spread across a total of 7CD and a single Blu-ray. The package is crammed full of GNR goodies including remasters, live cuts and more. The Blu-ray features the full Live In New York concert in HD with Atmos, 5.1 surround & stereo audio.

The Cure Songs Of A Lost World Deluxe
Save 28%
The Cure Songs Of A Lost World Deluxe: was $29.98 now $21.69 at Amazon

The Cure's first studio album in 16 years was highly anticipated and it turned out to be one of their best. But if you missed it, you can grab 28% off the price at Amazon for Black Friday. This is the 3-disc deluxe edition that contains the original album and additional instrumentals, along with a Blu-ray with the Hi-res stereo and Dolby Atmos mixes - all wrapped in Digisleeve packaging.

Dream Theater The Studio Albums 1992 - 2016
Save 11% ($10.99)
Dream Theater The Studio Albums 1992 - 2016: was $99.98 now $88.99 at Amazon

This is a nice saving on a total of 12 Dream Theater albums spread over 14CD. The box set contains all the band’s records from 1992’s Images And Words through to 2016’s The Astonishing. If you need to plug some gaps in your collection, this package should do the job.

Ghost Impera
Save 27% ($4.05)
Ghost Impera: was $14.98 now $10.93 at Amazon

Ghost’s Impera might just be my favourite album by Tobias Forge and co. and it’s pretty much an essential purchase if you have a Ghost-shaped hole in your CD collection. 12 tracks that, to me, are a real throwback to 80s metal.

Dire Straits The Studio Albums 1978 - 1991
Save 36% ($14.44)
Dire Straits The Studio Albums 1978 - 1991: was $39.98 now $25.54 at Amazon

All six of Dire Straits’ studio albums are presented in this neat little box set from Rhino/Warner Records, and that means you get the band’s self-titled debut, along with Communique, Making Movies, Love Over Gold, Brothers In Arms and On Ever Street. All six albums have been remastered for the box set release.

Vinyl

The Beatles Anthology Collection
Editor's pick
Save 18% ($65.97)
The Beatles Anthology Collection: was $374.98 now $309.01 at Amazon

This 12LP box set contains 191 tracks including demos, studio outtakes, live cuts and more. It was released in August this year and ties in with the restored and remastered Beatles Anthology docu-series on Disney+. To get money off so soon after launch is a real bonus and is a must for Beatles aficionados.

Pink Floyd Wish You Were Here 50th anniversary
Save 5% ($12.99)
Pink Floyd Wish You Were Here 50th anniversary: was $249.98 now $236.99 at Amazon

This is the deluxe edition Pink Floyd’s recently released Wish You Were Here 50th anniversary. It’s packed to bursting with content, including the album on 4LP clear vinyl, 2CDs, a Blu-ray and 7” single. There’s also a hardcover book, a comic book tour programme and a Knebworth poster.

Linkin Park Hybrid Theory 20th anniversary box set
Save 24% ($19.14)
Linkin Park Hybrid Theory 20th anniversary box set: was $79.98 now $60.84 at Amazon

This brilliant box set celebrates the 20th anniversary of Linkin Park’s groundbreaking Hybrid Theory album. It’s spread over 4LP and includes previously unreleased music, an 80-page book, a replica tour laminate, a Chester Bennington poster and more.

Bruce Springsteen Tracks II: The Lost Albums
Save 31% ($107.18)
Bruce Springsteen Tracks II: The Lost Albums: was $349.98 now $242.80 at Amazon

This Bruce Springsteen box set has 31% off its retail price at Amazon. The tracks cover material recorded by The Boss between 1983-2018 and contains 82 previously unreleased songs. The collection is spread across 9LPs and also includes a 100-page book, and an intro by Springsteen himself.

The Black Crowes with Jimmy Page Live At The Greek
Save 18% ($21.89)
The Black Crowes with Jimmy Page Live At The Greek: was $119.98 now $98.09 at Amazon

This is the 2025, 6LP version of The Black Crowes collaboration with Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page - recorded back in 1999 at LA’s Greek Theatre and originally released in 2000. The box set contains tracks such as Zep’s Custard Pie, Misty Mountain Hop and Whole Lotta Love alongside Crowes’ cuts like Hard To Handle, Remedy and Shake Your Money Maker

Marshall (US)

Marshall Emberton II
Editor's pick
Save 34% ($60.58)
Marshall Emberton II: was $179.99 now $119.41 at Amazon

Last year I saw prices fall on the original Emberton portable speaker, but this time there's money off the newer Emberton II. With 30 hours of battery and punchy audio, this is one of my favourite portable speakers.

Marshall Willen II
Save 31% ($40)
Marshall Willen II: was $129.99 now $89.99 at Amazon

Amazon have slashed the price of the bag-sized Willen II portable speaker by $40 making this an excellent choice if you want a discreet speaker to fit in your backpack. Audio delivery is excellent and there's 17 hours of playback when it's fully charged.

Marshall Motif II A.N.C.
Save 32% ($70)
Marshall Motif II A.N.C.: was $219.99 now $149.99 at Amazon

There’s 32% off the list price of the excellent Marshall Motif II true wireless, active noise cancelling earbuds at Amazon. A solid alternative to the AirPods with top audio delivery and six hours of battery from a single charge.

Marshall Major V
Save 41% ($70)
Marshall Major V: was $169.99 now $99.99 at Amazon

The latest in Marshall’s on-ear headphones range is down in price this Black Friday. These are an excellent choice offering top sound and comfort. They also have a brilliant battery life of 100-hours which is tough to beat.

Clothing (US)

Converse Black Friday sale: Massive savings across the board

Converse Black Friday sale: Massive savings across the board
There are some amazing Converse savings this Black Friday. From classic Chuck Taylor All-Stars to custom footwear, bags, laces, tees and more, there's pretty much something for everyone for less this year.

Hot Topic Black Friday T-shirt sale Save up to 20% on rock & metal t-shirts

Hot Topic Black Friday T-shirt sale Save up to 20% on rock & metal t-shirts
When it comes to rock and metal t-shirts, Hot Topic have just about every base covered. But the website's sale means there's even more reason to dive in. As if that wasn't enough, Hot Topic also have loads more stuff for sale including backpacks, slippers, toys and games. Go!

Hot Topic Sleep Token Even In Arcadia Plush Pajama Pants
Save 20%
Hot Topic Sleep Token Even In Arcadia Plush Pajama Pants: was $39.90 now $31.92 at Hot Topic

Take it from a band with the word 'sleep' in their name: you're about to have the best snooze of your life in these plush Sleep Token pants. Well, probably. Featuring a black design with golden yellow symbols inspired by the band's Even in Arcadia (2025) album, they're also pretty nice to look at. And they're unisex!

Hot Topic Metallica One Allover Print Pajama Pants
Save 20%
Hot Topic Metallica One Allover Print Pajama Pants: was $34.90 now $27.92 at Hot Topic

Yeaaaaaahhh! These Metallica pyjamas look comfy as hell, and they'll be the perfect accompaniment for putting your feet up post-show. Adorned with their logo in red as well as artwork inspired by their track One, these pants will make you the subject of envy among your fellow sleepy metalheads.

Hot Topic Korn Follow The Leader Pajama Pants
Save 30%
Hot Topic Korn Follow The Leader Pajama Pants: was $34.90 now $24.43 at Hot Topic

Love Korn? Then you'll love these Korn pyjamas that feature an allover print inspired by the nu-metallers' iconic 1998 album Follow the Leader. Plus, there's 30% off. Follow my advice - snap them up before it's too late, and remember to stay metal...and snuggly!

Lego and games (US)

Iron Maiden Glow-in-the-dark Eddie Funko four-pack
Save 22%
Iron Maiden Glow-in-the-dark Eddie Funko four-pack: was $49.99 now $39.22 at Amazon

Why have one Eddie when you can have four? Maiden fans in the US can take advantage of a mighty discount on this brilliant Funko multi-pack featuring the iconic Live After Death, Seventh Son... and cyborg Eddies, plus the dapper looking Nights Of The Dead Eddie. Best of all? They glow in the dark!

Lego Hogwarts Castle
Save 18% ($29.99)
Lego Hogwarts Castle: was $169.99 now $140 at Walmart

There’s a nice saving on the 2660-piece Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts Castle set at Walmart. It’s packed with detail, including potions classroom, Whomping Willow and Chessboard Chamber.

Lego Wednesday Addams
Save 30% ($15)
Lego Wednesday Addams: was $49.99 now $34.99 at LEGO

With this Wednesday Addams Lego figure, it can be Halloween all year round! The figure is made from 702 Lego pieces and contains two outfits, the mysterious Thing, Nero’s gravestone, a bunch of black dahlias, candles and a vintage typewriter. A nice gift for your Lego-loving goth friend.

UK deals

Turntables (UK)

Audio-Technica LP5X
Save 21% (£80.99)
Audio-Technica LP5X: was £379.99 now £299 at Amazon

There’s a brilliant saving of 21% on the fully manual, direct-drive Audio-Technica LP5X turntable at Amazon right now. It’s got 3 speed settings, an in-built pre-amp, dust cover and more. It’s a sturdy bit of kit and for less than £300, is a great deal.

Sony PSLX310BT
Save 29% (£71)
Sony PSLX310BT: was £249 now £178 at Amazon

Amazon has slashed 29% off the price of this fully automatic, belt-driven deck. With wireless connectivity and a phono EQ built into this elegant spinner, that’s a pretty mouth-watering deal.

Denon DP-400
Save 13% (£71)
Denon DP-400: was £550 now £479 at Amazon

The DP-400 is one of the nicest turntables we’ve seen in a while – but this semi-automatic, belt-driven deck is much more than just a pretty face, with features such as a built-in phono equalizer, a switchable moving-magnet cartridge and three-speed playback.

CD players (UK)

Panasonic SC-DM202EG
Save 25% (£41.99)
Panasonic SC-DM202EG: was £169.99 now £128 at Amazon

This stereo system from Panasonic is down 25% at Amazon. Like some other models in this list, it also has a DAB radio. It also has dual 12W speakers and is Bluetooth enabled to give you a bit more flexibility. A nice desktop option.

Denon DM-41DAB
Save 25% (£100)
Denon DM-41DAB: was £399 now £299 at Currys

I love the look of this traditional hi-fi system with CD player - and like it even more with £100 off the retail price at Currys. It comes with 60W of audio from a pair of desktop speakers, has a DAB digital radio and Bluetooth functionality. There’s also a remote so you don’t have to move off the sofa.

Panasonic SC-HC200EB-K
Save 20% (£20)
Panasonic SC-HC200EB-K: was £99.99 now £79.99 at Amazon

This is a sleek and extremely stylish hi-fi system with CD player from Panasonic. Amazon have knocked 20% off the unit which features 20W speakers, FM radio, Bluetooth and USB playback. This model doesn’t come with a DAB radio - but it’s still an excellent choice your playing your CD collection.

CD and vinyl (UK)

CDs

Alice Cooper The Revenge Of Alice Cooper
Save 10%
Alice Cooper The Revenge Of Alice Cooper: was £49.99 now £44.99 at Amazon

This album was released earlier this year and features the surviving members of the original Alice Cooper band - and also features contributions from the late Glen Buxton. This limited-edition box set includes a vintage art print, 7-inch single with two bonus tracks and a t-shirt.

Ozzy Osbourne Live At Budokan
Ozzy Osbourne Live At Budokan: was £12.99 now £9.99 at EMP UK

This 13-track live set was captured during the late, great Ozzy Osbourne's show at Tokyo’s legendary Budokan in 2002 and is a great snapshot of that era of The Prince Of Darkness’ solo output. It includes the tracks Bark At The Moon, Mama, I’m Coming Home, No More Tears and Paranoid. Pick up a copy from EMP.

Vinyl

The Beatles 1964 Albums In Mono
Save 9% (£20)
The Beatles 1964 Albums In Mono: was £229.99 now £209.99 at Amazon

This 8LP Beatles box set contains a total of 7 of The Fab Four's albums - all with replicated artwork and four-panel inserts. The albums are Meet The Beatles!; The Beatles’ Second Album; A Hard Day’s Night , Something New, The Beatles’ Story (2LP), Beatles ’65; and The Early Beatle. The discs are pressed on 180g vinyl.

Marshall (UK)

Marshall Emberton II
Save 47% (£70)
Marshall Emberton II: was £149.99 now £79.99 at Marshall Headphones

There £70 off the latest in Marshall's Emberton portable speaker range on the official Marshall website - and it's an excellent step-up from the rock-solid original. The 360-degree audio is cracking, while the battery life has moved up from 20 hours to 30. It also has Stack Mode, enabling you to hook up the speaker to additional Emberton II for a wall of sound.

Marshall Woburn III
Save 19% (£100)
Marshall Woburn III: was £519.99 now £419.99 at Marshall Headphones

In my Marshall Woburn III review, I praised the Bluetooth speaker for its “sharp, detailed and balanced audio” and you can pick one up with a huge saving over on the official Marshall website. If you’re after a powerful bit of kit, this comes highly recommended.

Marshall Acton III
Save 31% (£80)
Marshall Acton III: was £259.99 now £179.99 at Marshall Headphones

The latest in Marshall’s Acton speaker range is on sale with more than £80 on the official Marshall website. This is the cream version, and it’s a cracking Bluetooth speaker and is ready to go straight out of the box. The stereo Acton III belts out your music at 80W in excellent quality, has Bluetooth 5.2 functionality and is made from 70% recycled plastic.

Marshall Major IV
Save 18% (£11.21)
Marshall Major IV: was £61.21 now £50 at Amazon

Marshall’s Major IV on-ear headphones might have been superseded by the new Major V, but if you're looking on a nice saving on the previous model, Amazon have you covered. 80 hours of music and top audio delivery mean the Major IV can still kick it with the best.

Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.
Save 37% (£100)
Marshall Monitor II A.N.C.: was £269.99 now £169.99 at Marshall Headphones

With a whopping £100 off the RRP of the over-ear Marshall Monitor II A.N.C headphones, this is one of the best early deals I've seen. Audio delivery is as good as you'd imagine from a Marshall product, they fold away for easy storage - and they'll give you 30 hours of music.

Headphones (UK)

Sony WH-1000XM4
Save 22% (£51)
Sony WH-1000XM4: was £229 now £178 at Amazon

We did the research so you don't have to. The WH-1000XM4s have great sound quality, they're comfortable and the charge lasts forever (well, 30 hours). They'll make you, or your kids, listen to music differently,

Clothing (UK)

Ghost  Miasma t-shirt
Save 37%
Ghost Miasma t-shirt: was £18.99 now £11.89 at EMP UK

First up, my favourite Ghost t-shirt design ever - if I didn't already have this one, it'd immediately be going in my basket. The fabulous, sax-powered Miasma is one of my highlights of Ghost's Prequelle album, and this Miami Vice-meets-Hammer horror spectacle is an absolute beaut. Plus, it's a steal at 37% off!

Ghost  Ribs and bats t-shirt
Save 34%
Ghost Ribs and bats t-shirt: was £18.99 now £12.59 at EMP UK

Ok, so if the Miasma tee is my favourite ever Ghost design, this might be heading towards my second favourite. It's gruesome and gorgeous! It might be considered a seasonal Halloweeny design but it's Ghost, so it's perfectly acceptable to wear all year round, and at up to a third off the price, it's available for a proper bargain.

Ghost Multicolour cape
Save 18%
Ghost Multicolour cape: was £59.99 now £49.49 at EMP UK

It's. A. Cape. What more do I need to say? I'm not even sure what counts as a 'suitable' engagement to wear a cape to, but just look at it! Surely worth the money just to swish around your house listening to Dance Macabre on repeat, right? It's also adorned with the colours of Papa Emeritus IV - in my humble opinion the snazziest Papa of them all.

Converse Black Friday sale: Massive savings across the board

Converse Black Friday sale: Massive savings across the board
There are some amazing Converse savings this Black Friday. From classic Chuck Taylor All-Stars to custom footwear, bags, laces, tees and more, there's pretty much something for everyone for less this year.

Lego and games (UK)

Iron Maiden Monopoly
Save 17%
Iron Maiden Monopoly: was £34.99 now £28.99 at Amazon

Now you can alienate your family with your ruthless, cold-hearted business decisions while celebrating England's greatest metal export! Adorned with more Eddies than you can scream at, you can mortgage classic albums, set up merch stalls and even land your own Ed Force One plane! What could be better?

Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon
Editor's pick
Save 29% (£210)
Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon: was £735 now £525 at Argos

To create the most famous starship in the universe, you’ll have to assemble a whopping 7541 Lego pieces - but the end result is worth the effort. It’s jam-packed with details Star Wars aficionados will adore and you can even recreated the scene from The Empire Strikes Back when Threepio barges in on Han and Leia kissing! With £210 off, this would make an awesome Christmas present.

Lego Star Wars R2-D2
Save 29% (£26)
Lego Star Wars R2-D2: was £89.99 now £63.99 at very.co.uk

There’s a £23 saving on this 1050-piece Lego Star Wars R2-D2 at very.co.uk. Once complete, R2’s head can fully rotate and the universe’s most loved droid also has an attachable periscope and tools. The kit also comes with a mini-figure of Darth Malak with lightsaber.

Lego Star Wars C-3PO
Save 44% (£55)
Lego Star Wars C-3PO: was £124.99 now £69.99 at Amazon

Get one of the Star Wars saga's favourite characters in the shape of this 1138-piece Lego Star Wars C-3PO at Amazon. Ol' Threepio can be adjusted once complete and he comes with his very own C-3PO mini figure.

Lego Super Mario: Bowser
Save 15% (£35.50)
Lego Super Mario: Bowser: was £229.99 now £194.49 at Zavvi UK

A Lego version of Mario’s eternal nemesis Bowser is replicated here in a whopping 2807 pieces. Once pieced back together - probably after Mario defeated him yet again - King Koopa’s head and neck are adjustable and the kit includes a fireball launcher, a POW block and two towers of flame. A nice early Christmas present for a Nintendo fan.

Cyber Monday FAQ

Cyber Monday music deals: Marshall's 3rd generation of speakers

Cyber Monday is the last big sales event of the year and the ideal time to pick up new speakers, vinyl or even an instrument (Image credit: Marshall)

When do the 2025 Cyber Monday music deals start?

This year’s Cyber Monday will take place on Monday, December 1 - the traditional sales day following the Black Friday weekend. Online retailers are jostling for your attention by reducing the price on a whole load of products.

It’s also worth noting that the music deals won’t come to a sudden stop at midnight on Cyber Monday. In my previous six years covering the big sales day, I've often seen discounts continue through the rest of the week, although it's worth noting these deals could come to an end at any time. My advice? If you see something you want, grab it while you can.

What Cyber Monday deals should I expect?

Over the last six years covering both Cyber Monday and Black Friday full-time, I've seen significant savings on tech from the likes of Sony, Marshall, Apple, Amazon, Audio-Technica, Bowers & Wilkins, House Of Marley, Bose, JBL, Victrola and more over the big sales weekend.

As far as products are concerned, I think many online retailers will slash the price of older generations of Apple AirPods and this should be the perfect time to get older models for less – and I'm thinking of getting a new pair for myself.

Sony's headphones, including the foldable WH-1000XM4 and the more recent WH-1000XM5 and XM6 are bound to be on sale too and I think further price reductions will be coming down the pipe. Other budget headphones are sure to have their prices discounted too, making it a great time to shop.

House Of Marley have fast become a favourite of mine thanks to their focus on sustainability, and their Stir It Up record player usually gets a price drop around Cyber Monday – and I'd be very surprised if this didn't happen again in 2025.

Away from tech, I've noticed a growing market for Lego sales over the last couple, with massive sets like the Star Wars Millennium Falcon getting a hefty price drop earlier this year during Amazon Prime Day. I expect to see the price tumble once again, so if you've been holding out on grabbing something Lego-shaped before the Christmas rush, this could be your last chance to grab a bargain.

Cyber Monday Shopping tips

Cyber Monday music deals: Person using credit card on a laptop

Make sure your details and log-ins are ready for Cyber Monday so you don't miss out on a cracking deal. (Image credit: Getty Images - Virojt Changyencham)

I've been covering Black Friday and Cyber Monday full-time since 2019 and in that time, I've worked out some ways to help you get a top deal. Here's a few tips you can follow so you're ready to pounce on an excellent discount.

1. Make notes: Take a note of the products you’re interested in and mark down their current price. Once Cyber Monday get under way, you'll be able to see at a glance how much of a saving you're getting. Amazon’s list function is great place to start, just add them to individual folders and you're good to go.

I have 'Cyber Weekend' lists on a few websites, and add to them every time I see something I'm interested in that's not currently on sale.

2. Decide your budget: It’s easy to be tempted to dive right into a great deal when you see it, but keep your budget in mind before flinging your chosen product into the basket. You don’t want to overpay for something you might find cheaper elsewhere. Here at Louder, we’ll be keeping our eyes peeled for awesome deals across the internet and posting them right here for you to see.

3. Sell older products in advance: If you’ve got your heart set on on upgrading a bit of kit such as a turntable or Bluetooth speaker, selling your older model now before the music deals kick in could net you a decent chunk of change to spend on that shiny new bit of tech when the sales get under way.

4. Sign up to retailers’ mailing lists: One of the quickest ways to get a heads up about what’s going on sale or when the savings are due to begin is to sign up to an online retailer's mailing list. Getting this info early could steer you in the right direction of a top deal on a product you really want quickly. Sure, constant emails after the event can get a bit annoying, but you can always unsubscribe at any time you want. Also, keep this page bookmarked and check back regularly, as we’ll be on top of all the best Cyber Monday music deals.

How we choose products

Myself, along with the whole Louder team, have reviewed more than 15,000 items across the site over the years – that includes albums, headphones, turntables, speakers, earplugs, books and more. That’s given us a broad overview of what’s going on across the musical landscape and allows us to compare and contrast products and pick out items that excite us and things we think you’ll like too. That means there's no room for tinny-sounding headphones or speakers that don’t cut the mustard.

Why you can trust our picks

As I've mentioned, this will be my sixth time covering Cyber Monday, but I've also covered other sales events over the years including Amazon Prime Day, Amazon's Big Deal Days, Presidents' Day and Memorial Day.

On top of that, I've reviewed products and look after Louder's dozens of buyer's guides. Myself, along with the wider Louder team, dig deep into the essential specs of a product and also give hands-on information about how it performs, how easy it is to use and if it’s good value for money.

We test headphones, speakers and record players in a real-world environment - our living rooms or out on the streets as we feel this gives a more genuine insight into how you’ll be using the product. If we’re recommending a pair of earplugs for musicians, we test those either in the studio or up on stage to give accurate information.

We also give pros and cons for products in our buyer’s guides, while all our reviews always feature a couple of alternative options to give you as much choice as possible when it comes to choosing something that's going to be right for you.

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Scott Munro
Louder e-commerce editor

Scott has spent 36 years in newspapers, magazines and online as an editor, production editor, sub-editor, designer, writer and reviewer. Scott joined our news desk in 2014 before moving into e-commerce in 2020. Scott maintains Louder’s buyer’s guides, highlights deals, and reviews headphones, speakers, earplugs and more. Over the last 11 years, Scott has written more than 11,000 articles across Louder, Classic Rock, Metal Hammer and Prog. He's previously written for publications including IGN, Sunday Mirror, Daily Record and The Herald, covering everything from news and features, to tech reviews, video games, travel and whisky. Scott's favourite bands are Fields Of The Nephilim, The Cure, New Model Army, All About Eve, The Mission, Cocteau Twins, Drab Majesty, Marillion and Rush.

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