Gifts for Bass Players: Personalised Ideas They'll Love

Bass players often get overlooked when it comes to music gifts. Lots of bassists play with a pick, though, especially in rock, punk and pop, so a personalised plectrum and somewhere to keep it makes a thoughtful present.

Do bass players use picks?

Many do. Some bassists play only with their fingers, while others use a pick for a brighter, punchier sound, or switch between the two. If you're not sure, have a look at how they play, or ask a bandmate.

1. Personalised wooden plectrums

Our wooden plectrums can be engraved with a name, initials, a band name or a short message. Wood gives a warm, round attack that a lot of bass players enjoy.

2. An engraved pick box

Bassists lose picks just like guitarists do. A personalised wooden pick box keeps them together on the amp or in the gig bag.

3. A gift set

A gift set is a complete present in one: an engraved plectrum and capo plus a matching engraved box.

Engraving ideas for bassists

• "Low and slow" or "All about that bass"
• Their band name and the date of a first gig
• Initials with a small music note
• Your own artwork, such as a band logo

For more ideas, see what to engrave on a guitar pick.