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5 supplies to keep your audio tool kit strong

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Whether you’re a working musician, a passionate podcaster, or someone trying to get a foothold in the worlds of music or studio production, having the right supplies on hand (and lots of them) is crucial. Instruments and voices depend on the right, dependable audio set-up, not to mention the gear to get l all the above from A to B. So while it might not be the most fun or dramatic kind of shopping a musician will do in their career, keeping music supplies like these on hand is a crucial step in ensuring a good performance, or podcast, on the road or at home.

Bearing in mind this doesn’t actually include the contents—microphone stand sold separately, that is—a good gig bag like this is a must-have for a road show. This Microphone Stands Gig Bag from Hola! Music is a sizable 50 inches long, with dual compartments for your microphone and speaker stands. Comes with a strap, so you’ll be hands-free to carry all that other gear.
$24 from Amazon $30 from Walmart

This Microphone Music Stand iPhone, Tablet, Smartphone Holder Mount from Hola! Music is obviously a versatil addition to your set-up. Whether you’re using it for music, lyric reading or any other need pertinent to your gig, the stand is compatible with most tablets, holding devices from 6 to 15 inches long and swivels 360 degrees for landscape or vertical viewing.
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If acoustic guitars—in multiple—are part of your musical existence, this Pack of 2 Portable Stands for Acoustic and Classical Guitars is a decent buy. For just over twenty dollars, you’ll get two of the stands (made by Hola! Music) that weight less than a pound each and work with any size acoustic guitar. Soft silicon cushioning on all contact points ensures the safety of your instrument, and a foldable 12 x 6-inch compact body make them easy to pack for gigs.
$30 from Amazon

When in doubt, buy extra cable cords. This set of 6-foot patch cords from GLS Audio comes in thick-jacketed, heavy duty rubber rainbow allowing you to keep your set-up color-coordinated and manageable. High-grade 21 gram copper conductors and Lo-Z shielded cable ensure hum-free performance. Easy enough to set up in a static studio, pliable enough to coil for travel and gigs.
$41 from Amazon $41 from Walmart

A good shock mount is essential for producing the crispest audio, and this sleek silver edition Auphonix Pro Blue Yeti Shock Mount is well-rated by musicians, podcaster, and live streamers. Easy to install, it mitigates interference—no vibration, no shock pop, no distortions, just you, your voice, your instrument, your audio.
$30 from Amazon $30 from Walmart

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Music is a wonderful thing, but like most good entertainment and art, the end product doesn’t happen without a lot of background set-up. Finding the right product to fit your set-up is (almost) as important as practicing. But if you’re passionate about music, you’ll want to keep your gear in good shape. From acoustic guitar stands to shock mounts to durable gig bags, keeping supplies like these on hand will keep you going, and keep the music flowing.

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