We carry a full supply of strings, picks, capos, straps, replacement parts, you name it. We have thousands of items in stock: bridges, nuts and blanks, tuning machines, slides, felt, bushings, keys, bracket hooks, cork, valve oil, slide oil, rosin, pegs, soundposts, buttons, strap hardware, bridge pins and more.

Many accessories are listed on the page with the applicable instrument. For example, dulcimer hammers are on the hammered dulcimer page, and bagpipe reeds are on the bagpipes page. To browse the instruments catalog click here. Check this page for accessories for more exotic instruments: shenai reeds, tabla covers, tuning keys, sitar bridges, etc. If it's hard to find, chances are that we have it or we can get it. Please ask!

Our in-stock selection of electronic items such as pickups, microphones and tuners varies. Please contact us for the most current selection. We can also special order many items not listed here.

Amps

Crate Acoustic Instrument Amps -- An incredibly clean and natural-sounding amplifier, designed specifically for acoustic instruments of any type. Tolex covering.

Metronomes

• Sweeping pendulum LCD and LED display and loud tone
• Accented beats: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 beats per measure
• Duplet, Triplet, Quadruplet rhythm figures
• Fold-out stand for desktop viewing
  Tuner functions:
  • Manual calibration from 430 to 449 Hz
  • Microphone for acoustic tuning
  • 1/4-inch input for instrument tuning

• Digital LED display
• Mute function
• Reference tones C4-B4 (with calibration)
• Can accent different beats of measure
• Two AAA batteries included

• mini-quartz metronome
• Dial style with "click" sound
• Light and sound beat indicators
• A440 tone for tuning
• Tilt-back stand
• Earphone
• 9-volt battery NOT included

Pickups

KandK Sound Systems

L.R. Baggs

Microphones

AT4041, Cardioid studio condenser mic -- list $405, our price: $299.00

• smooth, extended frequency response
• very high SPL-handling capability
• switchable high-pass filter
  Real-life comment: "In 1996, or maybe early 1997, AT discontinued the very, very nice sounding made-in-Japan small-diaphragm condenser model 4031.  The wholesale price at that time was $247.  The replacement for this model is the 4041, and if you're looking for a small-diaphragm condenser that handles acoustic guitars, mandolins, and banjos with warmth and ease, this is a good choice.  Because of the high SPL levels, it is often used for overheads on drum kits and 'tinkly stuff' (i.e. miscellaneous percussion).  It also works well on violins. As with most condenser mics, you need to be very careful when bringing them up in the monitors."
  

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ATM350, Cardioid condenser clip-on instrument mic -- list $449, our price: $249.00

• clips to brass, upright bass, reeds, piano, snare, toms, violin, others
• crisp, clear, well-balanced response, even at high SPL's
• 80 Hz high-pass filter on the inline power module
  Real-life comment: "This is a mic we often refer to as a 'Swiss Army model'. Originally, AT designed it as a clip-on mic for trap sets. We found that it is incredibly  popular on violins because the Unimount clip holds nicely to the chin rest (so you don't have to drill any holes in your Strad!). It also works very well on Celtic harps, since you can clip the mic to the brace inside the harp, therefore allowing the harpist to lean forward and lean back without banging into a conventional mic mounted on a mic stand. If you double-mic a clarinet, you can clip one of these to the bell of the instrument. Again, because of the ability to carry high SPL-levels, it is a killer mic for low 'thump' on the Irish bodhran. "
  

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ATM450, Cardioid condenser instrument mic -- list $369, our price: $219.00

• side-address stick design maximizes placement options
• outstanding for overheads, percussion, acoustic guitar, strings
• integral 80Hz HPF switch, 10 dB pad
  Real-life comment: "The keyword here is 'side-address'. As a drum overhead, we like it even more than the 4041. In smaller rooms, say less than 200 people, you can put one up as an overhead, and a kick drum mic, and you'll have a very complete sound getting cymbals, snare, toms, all with one mic. The 450 also works well on acoustic fretted instruments. We've had good luck single-micing a concertina, since the side-address feature covers the fact that the concertina is bellows-driven with sound coming out of two sides."
  

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ATM610, Hypercardioid dynamic handheld vocal mic -- $249, our price: $139.00

• tuned for clear, extended-range vocal reproduction
• rare-earth neodymium magnet for improved output
• multi-stage grill for excellent protection against plosives
• low handling noise
  

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ATM650, Hypercardioid dynamic instrument mic -- $99.00

• for clear reproduction of guitar cabs, snare, percussion
• multi-stage flat grille allows positioning close to sound source
• dual-wall floating construction minimizes handling noise
  

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ATM710, Cardioid condenser handheld vocal mic -- $99.00

• condenser design for studio quality performance
• anti-shock engineering
• multi-stage grille protects against plosives
  

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PRO25ax, Hypercardioid dynamic instrument mic -- list $199.00, our price: $139.00 

• for high-SPL applications - kick drum, percussion, brass, others
• warm low-frequency response with excellent presence
• versatile mounting options
  

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PRO31, Cardioid dynamic handheld vocal mic -- list $64.00, our price: $49.95 

• broad frequency response, low handling noise
• two-stage ball-type headcase for superior "pop" protection
• sets price/performance standards for intelligibility, sound quality, noise suppression

Cables

Electronic Tuners

• Sweeping pendulum LCD and LED display and loud tone
• Accented beats: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 beats per measure
• Duplet, Triplet, Quadruplet rhythm figures
• Fold-out stand for desktop viewing
• Tuner functions:
  • Manual calibration from 430 to 449 Hz
  • Microphone for acoustic tuning
  • 1/4" input for instrument tuning

• Adjustable calibration range from 410-480 Hz
• Built-in reference tone (12 notes/A4, Bb4 switchable)
• Auto power off and memory backup
  SPECIAL OFFER: $25.00 with purchase of stringed instrument

Cases

We sell a variety of cases, both hardshell and softshell, as well as gig bags. Please browse the list below, and email or call (301) 270-9090 for more details.

Levy's Leathers Gig Bags -- We carry the complete line of Levy's leather and fabric gig bags. Visit Levy's Leathers for selection and photos; please call (301) 270-9090 or contact us for prices and availability.

Calton Custom Flight Cases -- For guitar and other stringed instruments. Custom orders only. These cases are very heavy duty and lightweight.

Access Fretted Instrument Gig Bags -- Access Brand gig bags are one of our favorite finds this year. These are extremely high-quality gig bags at unbelievable prices. Their "budget" line of Stage One bags are better than any other budget gig bags we have seen.

Because these are rigid and well-padded bags, they cannot be compressed and folded for shipping. They must be shipped in a guitar-sized box. Feel free to contact us for a shipping quote to your area. But even with a higher shipping cost, we feel these gig bags are still worth the price!

Stage One gig bags have a waterproof, black nylon cordura exterior. Very well-padded with backpack straps and accessory pocket.

Stage Three gig bags have a waterproof, dark gray cordura exterior (600 denier, tweed-like pattern). They are extremely well-padded and rigid, with backpack straps and an outside accessory pocket. Heavy duty hardware. The banjo bag is sized to fit resonator banjos, but with so much padding we have found it satisfactory for openbacks as well. They also fit many types of bouzoukis, octave mandolins and citterns.
We occasionally stock or can special-order Stage Three gig bags. Please contact us for current availability.

Access Stage Three Banjo Gig Bag -- List $109, ours $79
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This is an oversize item and standard shipping rates do not apply. Please contact us for a shipping quote before ordering this item.

Access Stage Three Mandolin Gig Bag -- List $99, ours $69.00

Access Guitar Case Covers -- Turn your hardshell case into a backpackable gig bag! (photo) These case covers are made of heavy duty, padded, waterproof nylon cordura that zips around your hard case. They have removable backpack straps that are padded and comfortable. If you prefer, you can carry the guitar by your hard case's handle which fits through an opening in the case cover.