Evans 6” Practice Pad

I chose the Evans practice pad because they are portable, small enough to fit in a backpack/locker, and easy to set up so I can practice anywhere.

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Presonus HD9 Headphones

I chose Presonus HD9 Headphones because they are very comfortable, lightweight for long wear, they have flat response for critical listening situations, and they are the best headphones on the market for under $100!

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ESP LTD EC-256

I chose the ESP LTD EC-256 Electric Guitar because it has a set neck with a classic cut-away design, a coil-tap with volume and tone for each humbucker and a gorgeous purple flame top.

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Everest Shoulder Rest

I chose the PURPLE Everest shoulder rest. I love it because it provides just the right support for playing and maintaining good posture and....it comes in purple!

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Thomastik Dominant Strings

I chose Dominant strings from Thomastik. These are my favorite on my personal instrument because the tone is amazing and they are a great deal for the quality you get...........and the packaging comes in PURPLE!

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Any keyboard!

I chose the Music Man Sterling Jon Petrucci electric guitar as my dream wishlist item because if I ever practice enough to feel like I am ready to amplify my guitar playing this is what I would want to play on. It's mahogany with a rosewood neck and two Humbucker pick ups and it comes with a deluxe gig bag....and....IT'S PURPLE!!!!

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Sugarboo Mugs

Perfect partner for a delicious holiday hot chocolate!

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Amahi Tongue Drum 6”

This tongue drum will give you respite from the chaos of the holiday season and create a peaceful feeling!

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Any keyboard!

Everyone needs a keyboard in their house to play and sing along to those classic Christmas carols.

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Snark Rechargeable Tuner

It's their very newest tuner - rechargeable, which is a very attractive feature!

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Kala Ukulele

It's a good, wooden, all-around uke for a very good price!

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Fender American Original 60s Flame Ash Top Strat (Maple Plasma Red Burst)

It's a great model with a really good birds-eye maple neck, and ash body with a very nice color.

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Evans Genera HD Dry Snare Head

My favorite item for under $25 is the Evans Genera HD Dry Snare Head. It takes out overtones and sounds great. It also is durable and very affordable!

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Amahi Tongue Drum

My favorite item that is under $100 is the Amahi Tongue Drum. They come in various sizes and are such a meditative instrument. They also come in fun colors and are very easy to play.

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Roland Digital Drum Kit

This is my dream drumset! They have mesh heads that minimize noise so I can practice whenever I want. The module has a great processing speed with a speedy sampling rate.

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Tin Whistle

My favorite item for under $25 is a Tin Whistle! It’s an instrument you can keep in your pocket, it’s versatile and easy to play. Really, why wouldn’t you want a Tin Whistle? They’re just fun.

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Manhasset Music Stand

My favorite item that is under $100 is a Manhasset Music Stand. It’s very sturdy, adjustable, light-weight and supports solid music making.

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Yamaha Grand Piano

This is my dream piano as Yamaha pianos are impeccably well-crafted! The acoustic resonance is enhanced giving the notes a rich and full tone. The feel of the keys is one that you need to experience for yourself!

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Sugarboo Gifts

My favorite items for under $25 are in the new Sugarboo collection that we just added this year. The mugs are so cute! My personal favorites are from Alice in Wonderland and Prince.

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PreSonus HD9 Headphones

My favorite item that is under $100 is the PreSonus HD9 Closed-Back Headphones. They have a comfortable fit, they are light-weight and provide an incredible sound experience.

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Yamaha Grand Piano

This is ALSO my dream piano as Yamaha pianos are impeccably well-crafted! The acoustic resonance is enhanced giving the notes a rich and full tone. The feel of the keys is one that you need to experience for yourself!

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Tuners

I chose tuners from Snark and D’Addario as my favorite under $25 item. These are wonderful because they have a clip on function that is easy to use and goes right on the headstock of your guitar. The Snark one is rechargeable and the D’Addario on has an “off” function that is great for saving battery. Don’t let your notes sound sour! Make sure to have a tuner.

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My Favorite Pedals! (Can’t pick just one)

My favorite items to use that are under $100 are these two pedals! The Rat by Pro Co because it has that solid 80’s distortion sound and The Tube Screamer by Ibanez for that signature Stevie Ray Vaughan Overdrive sound.

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Any Martin Guitar

This is my favorite brand of guitar because they all are meticulously crafted and have a beautifully rich tone. You will never regret this purchase!

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Rosin

My favorite item for under $25 is rosin! It is key to have quality rosin to keep your bow in top shape.

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Larsen Strings

My favorite items that are under $100 are Larsen Strings. They come in a variety of tensions and feel so you can personalize your string sound. I really like the Cannone direct/focused set and the warm/broad set.

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Roderich Raesold PA605 Cello

This is my dream cello! It is a rare find and a testimony to quality craftsmanship. It’s also made with tonewoods aged over 70 years prior to construction. The tone is something you just need to hear in person!

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D’Addario Humidipak

I chose the D’Addario Humidipak because of the type of weather that is prevalent where I live and this is a way to keep my guitar is great playing condition for years to come.

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Fender Rumble 15V3

My favorite product that is under $100 is the Fender Rumble 15V3 Bass Amp. This is a fantastic amp for practice as it is 15 Watts which is perfect for small spaces. Plus it’s a space saver at it’s an 8” speaker and very lightweight at only 16 lbs.

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Fender Strat Player Plus Electric Guitar

This is my favorite guitar because of all of the incredible features including: the noiseless pickups in the neck, split humbuckers, great feel on the fretboard and it comes in many fun colors.

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Flight Ukulele Straps

I chose these Flight Uke straps as my under $25 choice because they have fun designs, bright colors, they make a statement and lift your mood.

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Gator Transit Ukulele Case

My favorite product that is under $100 is the Gator Transit Ukulele case. They are durable, stylish and great for travel!

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Kanile’a Ukulele

This right here is my dream ukulele! Kanile’a Ukuleles are made of premium wood and have beautiful resonance, sustain and intonation. They also plant a tree in Hawaii for every uke sold!

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Any Practice Book

I chose my very favorite practice book for my below $25 choice because every musician should have measurable practice sessions as often as possible. I personally use this practice book daily!

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Denis Wick Cup Mute

My favorite item that is under $100 is a Denis Wick Cup Mute. It’s great because it’s adjustable so the tone varies between darker, brighter or softer. I have three mutes that I rotate regularly and this is one of them.

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PreSonus Bundles

This is my dream bundle as I really enjoy creating electronic music. Plus, it comes with the newest version of StudioOne DAW Software which is very user-friendly!

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Ernie Ball Bright Colored Guitar Cables

I chose these Ernie Ball Bright Colored Guitar Cables because they are fun, bright and you won’t lose them when you perform on stage.

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K&M A-Frame Guitar Stand

My favorite product that is under $100 is the K&M A-Frame Guitar Stand. They are sturdy, easily fit in a bag and never missing any pieces.

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SB150 Shen Bass

This Bass is the one I always have to take a peek at when I go into any of our Heid Music locations. It has such a warm, rich tone and an adjustable bridge.

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