Gifts for music lovers

A safe last-minute choice for an iPhone user whose wish list you do not know.

A low-fuss way into vinyl for someone who has started buying records.

An affordable pair for a student or teen who mostly wants long battery life.

A good-looking speaker for a music fan who cares how it looks on the shelf.

A sensible first pair of headphones for tablet time or car trips.

Suits an Apple household that wants better sound in a kitchen, office or bedroom.

Suits someone who forgets to charge things and wants headphones that last weeks.

A big-ticket gift for a commuter or frequent flyer who values quiet.

Good for a friend who wants music at the cottage, beach or backyard.

A clear upgrade for a gamer, podcaster or remote worker who is on calls all day.

Suits a teen who listens to bass-heavy music.

An affordable way to test whether someone will stick with an instrument.

Suits a home musician, podcaster or careful listener who prefers wired sound.

A party speaker for a host or cottage owner who wants more volume than a pocket speaker.

A good stocking gift for a teen who keeps losing earbuds.

Works for a teen who loses headphones and wants something affordable.

An inexpensive backup pair for sports practice or the bus.

A realistic first instrument for an adult or teen who has always wanted to learn to play.

For a guitarist who wants better practice tone at home or around a campfire.

Good for a teen or music fan who goes to shows and wants to protect their hearing.

Suits a student who studies in a loud dorm or commutes by bus.

A fun desk gift for a guitarist who wants to play quietly without setting up a full amp.

Suits a family that likes making music with a baby at home.

A good gift for a teen who wants to make beats or sketch songs on a laptop.

A thoughtful add-on for a family that already owns a Toniebox.

Suits a young child who wants to choose their own stories without a tablet.

A good gift for a preschooler who asks for the same story on repeat.

Good for car trips and bedtime for a child aged about 3 to 8.

A bedside player that a child can use for years.