Recommended Products for Guitarists Available with Free Shipping

Hello everyone! This is Yuki Kito, a guitar instructor.
Right off the bat, I have to say that online shopping is so convenient!

Due to my profession—and because I get a bit squeamish when my guitar strings rust—I change my strings quite often. With four guitars, including an acoustic, I might not have many guitars, but the string changing frequency definitely adds up.

I know many guitar and bass players view strings and picks as consumables. However, doesn’t buying just strings online make you feel like you’re wasting money on shipping?

I used to be quite shocked at having to pay 200 yen for shipping on a 600 yen set of strings. On the flip side, to qualify for free shipping, I would end up buying more than I needed, which was kind of counterproductive!

Fortunately, there are many products available at Sound House, including strings, that offer free shipping. Today, I’d like to introduce some recommended items that guitarists can purchase with free shipping!

Recommended Free Shipping Product #1: Guitar Strings

Ernie Ball / Regular Slinky #2221

For guitarists, the most common purchase is undoubtedly guitar strings.
You can find a variety of brands, from popular lines like Ernie Ball and D’Addario to my personal favorite, R. Cocco, all available with free shipping.

While buying a three-pack can be a quick solution, some people might prefer to try different types or find that their favorite strings aren’t available in packs.

That’s why it’s really great to have the option for free shipping starting from just one set!

With so many manufacturers selling guitar strings for acoustic, electric, and classical guitars, I’m keen to try as many as possible. My recent favorite is Savarez.

A repairman I frequent recommended them to me; they have great elasticity, and the third string has a soft tension, making bending much easier.

Savarez / H50L -Light-

Recommended Free Shipping Product #2: Batteries

CLASSIC PRO / Manganese Battery 006P 9V CP9V Mn - 10 Sets

Next up are batteries!
Some effects pedals only run on 9V batteries, and there are those who prefer battery power over power supplies. I’ve been one of those people for a long time.

Batteries come in handy for quick practice sessions, and using them can simplify your pedalboard setup significantly.

They offer both manganese and alkaline batteries. Some pedals even recommend using manganese batteries.
Plus, AA and AAA batteries are also available in their lineup!

It’s always nice to have a stock of batteries for things like TV and air conditioning remotes!

Recommended Free Shipping Product #3: Cables and Plugs

Custom Audio Japan / Guitar Cable - Recording Pro Series - Cut to Length 1m

Many of you using Sound House might even make your own cables.
I frequently create my own with Mogami and Neutrik.

However, it can take time to find the right plugs and cables that suit you. Plus, there might be a perfect cable out there waiting to be discovered!

Recommended Cable: Neutrik / NP3X-B

Recommended Plug: Mogami / 3368

Recommended Free Shipping Product #4: MIDI Cables

One Control / MIDI Hammer Cable L/L 50cm

Finally, let’s talk about MIDI cables. If you own a keyboard or a multi-effects processor, you likely use these daily. I wonder if the speed of patch changes differs depending on the manufacturer or quality, just like guitar cables...

For reference, I use audio-technica cables to connect my Eleven Rack and MIDI switcher.

audio-technica / ATL496D/5.0

Some cables even allow you to change the orientation of the cable, so check those out!

So, today I introduced some recommended products for guitarists that are available with free shipping! How was it?
From everyday items like guitar strings to cables and batteries, the benefits of free shipping are certainly significant. See you next time!

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