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Scrambling to find the perfect last-minute gift for your fellow audio friends? Or maybe you’ve been too busy to complete your own wishlist. Whatever the case, don’t worry; you still have some time left. From thoughtful, budget-friendly options to all-out splurge items, we’ve got you covered with these last minute gift ideas that’ll arrive at your door (or email inbox) in the nick of time.
Budget-friendly gift ideas
mixer/audio engineer mug or apparel
A fun and affordable gift for you or your fellow sound nerd that will get tons of use.
Boom Box Library Sound effects packs
We can always use more high quality sound effects in our library. The vast majority of our Boom Box Library packs are under $50! Can’t decide which one? Check out this blog post from Vivian for some guidance. Or you can always grab a gift card now and purchase a pack when the time’s right!
something for the book-lover
In a world of being glued to a backlit screens, a book could be the perfect gift for yourself or friend this year. Become a student of the craft with a film sound book like these:
Field Recording Stocking Stuffers
Take your studio mics on the go with this affordable pistol grip option! We use ours all the time. Or add quick release adapters to your mics to save time with setup and tear down!
function over fashion… cable organization accessories
It’s not very sexy, but there’s nothing worse than a mess of cables to clutter your workspace. You’ll be thanked or be thanking yourself for tidying up your station with these cheap cable organization solutions:
Splurge-a-little Gift Options:
1-year subscription of SoundGym ear training
Many of us set new exercise goals for our New Years resolutions, but what about ear training? Start 2026 off right with a new ear training routine from SoundGym! (check out this past blog post from Katie to learn more).
A shiny new plugin like FutzBox from McDSP
Add a new plugin to your audio toolbox that will last you years to come. FutzBox is THE go-to tool our re-recording mixers swear by when futzing.
Splurge-A-Lot Gift Ideas:
iZotope RX 11 Standard
On Sale now for $279
Invest in yourself and take your craft to the next level with iZotope RX. The standard edition still packs a punch, including most of the features of the Advanced version we use here at Boom Box.
Edward Ultimate Suite
Save time cutting footsteps and other foley coverage with this all-in-one foley designer. This is another BBP favorite: you’ll hear it in action in most of our projects.
add a subwoofer to your home studio!
Without a subwoofer you’ll just be guessing as to how your LFE editorial will translate. Upgrade your studio by adding an LFE channel! Each of our edit suites thoroughly impress clients with rich, punchy low-end thanks to these subwoofers from JBL.
Avid S1 control surface
Whether you’re looking to upgrade from mouse/keyboard, an outdated control surface, or for your very first one… you’ll be very happy with the Avid S1 if you’re a Pro Tools user that’s serious about mixing. We use the S3 here at Boom Box, but the S1 could be the perfect option for your home studio.
Let us know what’s on your holiday wish lists this year!
If you found this blog post helpful be sure to check out some of our other posts:
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