🎁 El Cajon Guitars & Music (ECG Music) Holiday Gift Guide 2025

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

🎸 Breedlove & Bedell Guitars – American-Built Acoustics

Perfect for: Serious players, collectors and anyone ready for a “forever” acoustic

Our Breedlove and Bedell guitars are built in Bend, Oregon and combine modern design with exquisite tonewoods and careful voicing. From studio-ready concert bodies to rich dreadnoughts, these acoustics are the kind of instruments people keep for life.

• Breedlove – innovative body shapes, comfortable necks and sustainable EcoTonewood options.
• Bedell – heirloom-level acoustics with stunning woods and a warm, open voice.
• Options for fingerstyle players, singer–songwriters and stage performers.
• Hand-selected pieces that we can pack properly and ship safely.

🎵 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

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.

Browse Guitars & Basses →

🔊 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.

Get an ECG Music Gift Card →

🚚 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.

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.