El Cajon Guitars & Music Holiday Gift Guide 2025
🎁 El Cajon Guitars & Music (ECG Music) Holiday Gift Guide 2025
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The sooner you shop, the better. Due to tariffs and supply-chain pressure this past year, many products are in limited production — but we stocked up early on amazing items including Breedlove, Bedell, Ibanez, Tagima, Lag, Ashdown, Gator cases, metal art, jewelry, picks and more.
We ship across the continental U.S. (with free shipping on most items) and as quickly as possible to many international locations. Shipping times vary by product and time of year, and carrier delays can happen — especially during the holidays — so we strongly recommend ordering early for the best selection and the best chance of pre-holiday delivery.
Local customers: we are currently by appointment only and are not keeping regular retail hours. We’re happy to schedule a one-on-one visit so you can try guitars, amps and pedals in person — just contact us to set up a time.
Best way to shop: order online at ecgmusic.com, choose shipping or buy online, pick up in store, and reach out if you need help choosing the right gift.
📋 In This Guide:
- Guitar String Jewelry – Wearable Music
- Music-Themed Metal Art – Wall-Ready Gifts
- Clayton Picks & Custom Picks – The Guitarist’s Essential
- Guitars & Basses – Breedlove, Bedell, Ibanez, Tagima & More
- Smart Guitars & Amps – Lag & Ashdown
- Vintage Tees & ECG Music Apparel
- Quick Gift Ideas Under $50
- Gift Cards – The Safest Last-Minute Win
- Shipping, Online Shopping & Appointments
Looking for the perfect gift for the musician or music lover in your life? Whether you're shopping for a seasoned guitarist, a new player, a bass fanatic or someone who just loves music-inspired art, El Cajon Guitars & Music (ECG Music) has you covered. This guide highlights unique gifts we can ship across the country (and beyond), plus easy options like gift cards and small accessories that always hit the right note.
🎸 Guitar String Jewelry – Wearable Music
Perfect for: Music lovers who appreciate unique, handcrafted accessories
Our guitar string jewelry collection transforms used guitar strings into bracelets, necklaces and rings. Each piece is one-of-a-kind, eco-friendly and made by hand — a meaningful gift that feels personal without breaking the bank.
Price range: around $15–$50
⭐ Featured Idea: Signature Guitar String Bracelet
A handcrafted bracelet made from recycled guitar strings — subtle, musical and easy to wear every day. Great for guitarists, music teachers, fans and anyone who lives for live music.
🎨 Music-Themed Metal Art – Wall-Ready Gifts
Perfect for: Fans of classic rock, guitars, bands and bold home or studio decor
Our metal art selection includes music-themed wall pieces that look incredible in studios, jam rooms, offices and living spaces. Think guitar silhouettes, classic rock-inspired art, music symbols and more. These pieces ship flat, pack safely and make a big visual statement.
We’ve seen strong interest in designs inspired by rock icons and band imagery, plus guitar-centric artwork that ties in perfectly with our guitar shop roots.
🎵 Clayton Picks & Custom Picks – The Guitarist’s Essential
Perfect for: Guitarists and bassists of all levels, from bedroom players to pros
Clayton picks are a favorite for their feel, tone and durability. We carry a range of gauges, shapes and materials — including some of the more exotic pick materials that players love to experiment with. They’re small, affordable, and easy to tuck into a card or stocking.
Price range: around $5–$20 for great pick packs and options
⭐ Featured Pick: Clayton Exotic & Ultem Picks
From Ultem to other high-performance materials, these picks offer excellent grip, consistency and tone. A surprisingly impactful upgrade for guitarists and bassists who care about their sound.
Custom pick designs available: we’re happy to help you create personalized Clayton picks with band names, custom art, logos or the recipient’s name — ideal for bands, worship teams, teachers and special gifts.
To start a custom pick project, email us at info@ecgmusic.com and we’ll help you design something unique.
🎸 Guitars & Basses – Breedlove, Bedell, Ibanez, Tagima & More
Perfect for: Serious players, collectors and anyone ready for a “forever” instrument
Tariffs and global production challenges have tightened supply, but we prepared ahead and secured an excellent selection of guitars and basses that we can pack properly and ship safely.
- Breedlove – modern acoustic designs with sustainable tonewoods.
- Bedell – high-end acoustics with incredible woods and craftsmanship.
- Ibanez hollow bodies – perfect for jazz, blues and smooth rock tones.
- Tagima – great value instruments for players wanting something a little different.
Whether you’re upgrading someone from their first guitar or hunting for a special piece, we can help match the right guitar to the right player — and ship it with the care it deserves.
🔊 Smart Guitars & Amps – Lag & Ashdown
Perfect for: Tech-curious players, gigging musicians and tone chasers
If you’re shopping for a guitarist or bassist who loves gear, our Lag HyVibe smart guitars and Ashdown amps are standout choices.
- Lag HyVibe Smart Guitars – built-in effects, looping, Bluetooth and more, all inside the acoustic guitar itself.
- Ashdown amps & bass gear – trusted British tone for bassists and guitarists who want character and punch.
Many of these items can be drop-shipped quickly directly to your door.
Explore Lag Smart Guitars →
Shop Ashdown Amps & Bass Gear →
👕 Vintage Tees & ECG Music Apparel
Perfect for: Music fans, collectors and anyone who lives in band tees
Through our partner collective, we carry vintage and concert tees plus music-inspired apparel that rotates frequently. These have been very popular gifts — they’re easy to size, fun to wear and feel instantly personal.
- Vintage concert & band tees – classic rock, alternative and more.
- ECG Music shop shirts – represent the shop and support an independent guitar store.
- Music-themed apparel & gifts – hoodies, hats and more (stock varies).
Shop Vintage & Concert Tees →
Shop Apparel & Music-Themed Gifts →
🎁 Quick Gift Ideas Under $50
Shopping on a budget or looking for a fast but thoughtful add-on? Here are some reliable winners that stay under (or around) the $50 mark:
- Guitar string jewelry – unique bracelets and necklaces ($15–$50).
- Clayton picks & exotic pick packs – practical and fun ($5–$20).
- Guitar straps – style + comfort for any guitarist ($20–$45).
- Vintage band tees – wearable fandom ($20–$40).
- Guitar accessories – capos, tuners, cables, care kits and more ($10–$50).
Browse Strings, Jewelry, Picks & Straps →
🎫 Gift Cards – The Safest Last-Minute Win
Perfect for: Picky musicians, last-minute shoppers and long-distance gifting
Not sure what they already own, or what gauge strings they like, or which pedal is on their wish list? A gift card from ECG Music lets them choose exactly what they need.
- Delivered by email – great for instant and international gifting.
- Usable online at ecgmusic.com.
- Works beautifully alongside physical gifts like picks, straps or apparel.
🚚 Shipping, Online Shopping & Appointments
We’ve been putting a lot of effort into our online shop at ecgmusic.com so you can browse, research and order whenever it fits your schedule.
- Fast nationwide shipping with free shipping on most items in the continental U.S.
- International shipping available on many items (rates and eligibility vary by product and destination).
- Buy online, pick up in store for local customers who want to secure an item and pick it up by appointment.
- By-appointment showroom – we are not keeping regular retail hours, but we’re happy to schedule a time for you to play guitars, try amps and talk gear.
If you have questions about shipping times, international options, or which item is right for the person you’re shopping for, just reach out — we’re glad to help.
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Questions or need help choosing a gift? Contact us online or set up an appointment to visit our East County San Diego showroom. We’re here to help you find something special.
