Cyber Monday music deals 2022: these deals are still live

Cyber Monday music deals 2022: explore the best Cyber Monday discounts for musicians available right now
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Okay, so Cyber Monday is officially over, and what a year it was! This was easily one of the best we've seen with heavy discounts on a range of music-making equipment. So, whether you're a guitarist, you play the drums, you produce music at home, or you're a pro in the DJ booth, you were able to grab a music bargain.

Despite Cyber Monday being over, there are still a few sales running. The sales we recommend you check out right now include Sweetwater's Cyber Week sale and Guitar Center's Holiday sale.

The sheer volume of Cyber Monday musical instrument deals can be overwhelming, so be sure to bookmark this page for 2023. We will be back next year with the latest info to get your hands on a dream electric guitar, invest in a new electronic drum set, score yourself a new laptop for music production or pick up some plugins to supercharge your next musical project. 

Cyber Monday music deals: Quick links

Cyber Monday Music deals: Top deals

Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro: was $159

Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro: was $159, now $129
Regularly included in ‘best of’ lists for studio headphones, Beyerdynamic’s DT 990s deliver the true sound of your mix with minimal coloration. We use a pair of these regularly in our own mixing and mastering, so can attest to the wide frequency response and rugged construction.

Universal Audio Apollo Twin X: $1,199

Universal Audio Apollo Twin X: $1,199, now $999
Widely regarded as one of the best audio interfaces money can buy, the UAD Apollo series uses a unique blend of powerful hardware processing and software integration to seriously beef up your home production. Now with $200 off, you also get a bunch of UAD’s most famous plugins totally free, including the Teletronix LA-3A and Fairchild Tube Limiter.

Positive Grid Spark 40: was $299

Positive Grid Spark 40: was $299, now $229
The Positive Grid Spark 40 might just be the ultimate at-home amp. The tones are great, and the smart tech is indeed smart. Auto Chord and Smart Jam are incredible practice and learning tools, and a lot of fun, too.

Cyber Monday Music deals: Software deals

Positive Grid BIAS FX 2: was $99

Positive Grid BIAS FX 2: was $99, now $39.60
BIAS FX 2 gives you an arsenal of virtual amps, pedals, rack effects, and cabs to shape your sound with. It's one of the best software modelers out there and right now you can save a massive $59.40! 

Waves bundles: Starting from just $39.99

Waves bundles: Starting from just $39.99
Bundles represent one of the best ways to get your hands on loads of killer production tools for way less than you would pay buying them individually. You can get up to 91% off the classic Gold, Silver and Platinum packs, but that's just the tip of the iceberg, with artist bundles, virtual instruments and more all included.

Antares Auto-Tune Unlimited annual subscription: $353.99

Antares Auto-Tune Unlimited annual subscription: $353.99, now $125
The Antares Auto-Tune Unlimited subscription gives you exclusive access to every plugin on Antares' impressive roster of effects. First up, you get every edition of Auto-Tune. That's nine plugins ranging from AutoKey, which automatically detects your key and scale, right up to Auto-Tune Pro X, with its professional grade tuning and an incredible display which lets you get to the heart of your vocal processing. On top of the Auto-Tune suite, Auto-Tune Unlimited gives you an additional 12 effects including Punch, Mutator and Warm to get creative with your vocals in completely new and exciting ways. That's 65% off over 20 pro plugins for a year!

Free plugin of your choice: Was $179, now $FREE

Free plugin of your choice: Was $179, now $FREE
As if that discount is not enough, Antares is throwing in another sweetener with its subscription deal: a free perpetual plugin of your choice worth $179. Choose from one of three Auto-Tune plugins and keep it forever, even after your subscription period ends. You can pick either Auto-Tune Slice (a hybrid synth and sampler), Auto-Tune Vocal EQ (an EQ designed specifically for singers), or Auto-Tune Vocodist (for that Daft Punk/Kraftwerk vocoder effect). Choose one, pay nothing and keep it forever, even after your annual subscription (at 65% off) ends.

Waves Silver Bundle: Was $599

Waves Silver Bundle: Was $599, now $99.99
Silver Bundle offers 16 plugins for every aspect of music production, including what we think are the best Waves plugins. It is a set of classic and creative Waves plugins with three inclusions from the Waves Renaissance range and the classic C1 Compressor and IR-L Convolution Reverb. You also get everyday tools like DeEsser, Doubler, S1 Stereo Imager and Q10 Equaliser plus L1 Ultramaximizer for mastering. This is a great set of tools for anyone looking for quality alternatives to their stock DAW plugins and is now just $99.99 – saving 83%!

Waves Platinum Bundle: Was $1999.00, now $239

Waves Platinum Bundle: Was $1999.00, now $239
Platinum Bundle offers an amazing 60 plugins covering the entire range of Waves' extraordinary suite of plugins. You get the same plugins as in the Silver Bundle plus 44 more classics like the PuigTech EQs and guitar effects like GTR3 Amps and Stomps. Add in some brilliant processing for your sub bass from Submarine and vocal tuning via Waves Tune LE and this one of the best bundles of plugins you can buy!

iZotope Music Production Suite 5 Universal Edition: $999

iZotope Music Production Suite 5 Universal Edition: $999, $532 (plus crossgrade deals)
Want the best of iZotope and a lot more in one bundle? Music Production Suite 5 includes Ozone 10 Advanced, RX 10 Standard and Neutron 4. Add Stratus 3D and Symphony 3D by Exponential Audio, and six effects from Brainworx and this has to be one of the finest music production software bundles going. And with 50% off at Plugin Boutique's Cyber Monday sale, you couldn't really ask for more, for less.

iZotope VocalSynth 2: $199

iZotope VocalSynth 2: $199, $52
The best deal in Plugin Boutique's iZotope sale is undoubtedly VocalSynth 2, with an incredible 80% off! Choose from five main vocal effects – Vocoder, Compuvox, Polyvox, Talkbox, and Biovox – to transform your vocals. Create classic and future vocal effects, amazing sonic layers and incredible dynamic effects using Anemone to twist between effects. If you want to take your singing to another level, there's never been a better time or saving.

iZotope Ozone 10 Advanced: $499

iZotope Ozone 10 Advanced: $499, $299 (plus Standard and crossgrade deals)
Lifting your final mixes to a professionally-mastered level used to mean getting the experts in. Now, just get Ozone 10. With features like its Master Assistant and the Stabalizer and Impact Modules, you can instantly add punch, loudness and a pro sheen to your mixes using the best AI technology. Plugin Boutique's deals cover the Standard (20% off) and Advanced editions (40% off) plus crossgrade options from any iZotope purchase (up to 70% off). Get a pro sound for less. Easy!

iZotope Neutron 4: $514,

iZotope Neutron 4: $514, $256 (plus crossgrade deals)
What Ozone does for mastering, Neutron does for mixing, with its AI Assistant suggesting all sorts of tweaks to transform dull and lifeless mixes into dynamic pieces of music in no time. Increase punch, add width and even match your material to professionally mixed audio. And now you can do it for half price in this Cyber Monday sale at Plugin Boutique, with crossgrade offers from any iZotope product at up to 70% off!

iZotope RX 10 Advanced: $1,199

iZotope RX 10 Advanced: $1,199, $799 (plus Standard, elements and Post Production Suite and crossgrade deals)
iZotope's RX is the renowned audio repair suite for restoring, cleaning, and improving recordings in post-production, music production, and content creation. It helps you clean up spoken words, remove noise, delete glitches, improve mixes and turn many a bad recording into pristine audio. Plugin Boutique features several deals from this Advanced version down to RX Elements for basic repair and noise reduction. Plus there are several crossgrade deals with up to 75% off. RXellent!

iZotope Neoverb 4: $99

iZotope Neoverb 4: $99, now $27
In Neoverb, iZotope uses its AI Assistant technology to help you create amazing reverbs for any instrument. It employs Exponential Audio’s reverb engines for added realism and iZotope's intuitive interface makes coming up with bespoke reverbs that won't muddy your mix easy. Or choose from dozens of incredible presets to add lush and shimmering sounds. With 75% off, there's never been a better time to enjoy one of the most creative reverbs out there.

Native Instruments Komplete Instruments: $49/$199, now $24.50/$99.50

Native Instruments Komplete Instruments:
$49/$199, now $24.50/$99.50
It's also time to consider bigging up your Native Instruments library with some of the best software titles (less) money can buy. Cyber Season sees a range of Komplete Instruments slashed to half price. You can now get software packs like Ignition Keys (to kickstart your pop hits), Lores (organic textures and eclectic layers), and Playbox (chord generation and random idea creation) for 50% off!

EZX Expansions for EZdrummer: Was $89

EZX Expansions for EZdrummer: Was $89, now $53
EZdrummer is Toontrack's core beat making platform that enables you to create incredible drums with ease, and across any genre. It features sequencing, 15GB of sounds, a huge MIDI file library plus features like Tap2Find and Bandmate which turn your simple drum ideas into fully-fledged drum tracks in no time. The EZX sound expansion packs take the software into different genres, exploring areas like metal, Latin, jazz, electronic and a lot more. With 40% off, now is the time to take your EZdrummer ambitions up a level. With titles like Dream Pop, Hop-Hop, Metal Machine and Drumkit From Hell, you know that Toontrack has your stylistic ambitions covered, whatever they may be. Simply choose your genre and save $36 per title!

EZmix 2: Was $149

EZmix 2: Was $149, now $39
EZmix 2 is your easy route to perfect mixing and mastering. It allows you to create great vocal, guitar and drum tracks with preset channel configurations to try out and tweak to perfection. You can even apply mastering settings to entire mixes to lift them to a pro standard in an instant. EZmix 2 is currently discounted by an incredible $110 so you can achieve top notch, professional mixes and mastered tracks for minimal outlay. And once you've mastered EZmix 2, there are plenty of expansion options, all heavily discounted as well. The EZmix Packs offer different guitar tones, vocal presets, mastering settings or general mix tools. You get specific mix settings for different genres - ambient, rock, blues and much more - plus the favoured mix and master settings of famous engineers and producers like Al Schmitt, Andy Sneap and Bob Rock. The EZmix packs are your easy route to instant, professional mixes, whatever your music style and with 30% off each title, there's never been a better time to mix!

EZkeys: Was $149

EZkeys: Was $149, now $97
Think of EZkeys as your virtual keyboard player. You can now pick up the original EZkeys software, with tailored sounds across a wide range of instruments - grand pianos to pads, Mellotron to electric piano - for an incredible 35% off. And once you have entered the EZkeys world, it's EZ (sorry) to expand EZkeys Expansion Packs which then deliver the same variety of other keyboard and instrument sounds, for much less outlay. Each title has been discounted by 40% so you can take your keyboard sounds into completely new realms - Cinematic Pads, Electronic Pop, String Machine and many more - for an amazing $30 off per title.

Cyber Monday Music deals: Guitar deals

Gretsch G5427T with Bigsby: was $899.99

Gretsch G5427T with Bigsby: was $899.99, $729.99
If you’re after that big-body sound, then this awesome deal is sure to get your heart racing. Now with an amazing $170 off, the Gretsch G5427T features powerful FIlter’Tron pickups, a laminated flame maple top, plus a Bigsby B60 for adding warble and shimmer to your guitar work. 

Fender MIJ Limited Edition Traditional Mustang Reverse Headstock In 3 Colour Sunburst (was £1,249.00, now £999.00)

Fender MIJ Limited Edition Traditional Mustang Reverse Headstock In 3 Colour Sunburst (was £1,249.00, now £999.00)
Fenders that combine a humbucker in the bridge with a single-coil in the neck are massively overlooked by the company in our opinion. But here it's realised for a hugely versatile guitar. And it's basswood which makes for a lighter weight in our experience.

Squier 40th Ann. P Bass LPB: was £389

Squier 40th Ann. P Bass LPB: was £389, now £309
With a stonking 25% off, this stunning-looking Squier P-Bass is one of the best deals we’ve seen at Thomann so far. Its unique combination of Lake Placid Blue finish and gold hardware celebrates 40 years of Squier, giving it a distinctive look to match the signature growl of the split single-coil pickup. Add in some pearloid block inlays and you’ve got a guitar that will definitely turn some heads at your next show.

Cyber Monday Music deals: Guitar amp deals

Soldano Slo-mini 30w Guitar Amp Head (was £219, now £199)

Soldano Slo-mini 30w Guitar Amp Head (was £219, now £199)
We can't actually believe the Soldano SLO-Mini 30W head is £199 here – that's £120 off a recently released and incredible little amp, delivering the iconic Soldano SLO tones enjoyed by legendary players at a fraction of the cost.  

Positive Grid Spark 40: was $299

Positive Grid Spark 40: was $299, now $229
The Positive Grid Spark 40 might just be the ultimate at-home amp. The tones are great, and the smart tech is indeed smart. Auto Chord and Smart Jam are incredible practice and learning tools, and a lot of fun, too.

Positive Grid Spark: 35% off with SPARKBF30

Positive Grid Spark: 35% off with SPARKBF30
With thousands of tones on tap, wireless Bluetooth and fast USB connectivity, plus intelligent functions such as Smart Jam and Auto Chords, it’s no wonder the Spark is the best-selling practice amp on the planet. This offer will save you a whopping $70, plus you got a free padded gig bag (usually $60).

Egnater Tweaker-15 Stack: $949.98

Egnater Tweaker-15 Stack: $949.98, now $499.99
Your eyes aren’t deceiving you, this really is a boutique tube head and cab for less than $500! With the Egnater Tweaker head pumping out 15 watts via two 6V6 tubes and a matching 1x12 cabinet with a 12” Egnater speaker, this super versatile amplifier setup has a whopping $449.99 off.

Blackstar HT Club 40 MkII: $999.99

Blackstar HT Club 40 MkII: $999.99, now $649.99
One of the most popular guitar amps on the gigging circuit, this versatile, all-tube tone machine now has a massive $300 off. The HT Series has made a name for itself as one of the best mid-priced tube combos, and this particular model comes in a distinctive Vintage Blue finish - sure to stand out on stage.

Supro Delta King 10: $599

Supro Delta King 10: $599, $399
With a massive $200 reduction, this boutique tube combo is an absolute steal over at Musician's Friend. Despite its small size, it packs a serious punch with a FET-driven boost, Pigtronix FAT high gain mode, and it's even got a fully-analog spring reverb to sweeten the deal. 

Vox amPlug 2 Lead: $59.99

Vox amPlug 2 Lead: $59.99, now $39.99
This perfect practice partner makes keeping your chops a breeze. We find having a headphone amp for guitar around the house invaluable for late-night writing sessions and keeping up our practice regimens. With upgraded analog circuitry, excellent battery life, and superb sound - this sub $40 bargain should be in every guitar player’s basket.

Cyber Monday Music deals: Guitar pedal deals

Blackstar Dept 10 Distortion: was $299.99

Blackstar Dept 10 Distortion: was $299.99, $199.99
Powered by a single ECC83 valve, this two-channel black box of tricks adds some serious versatility to your pedalboard. It's got $100 off the retail price over at Musician's Friend, giving you a powerful clean boost and dirt tone that will enhance any guitarist's sound.

Cyber Monday Music deals: Keyboard, piano and synth deals

Roland JUNO-DS88: $1,349.99

Roland JUNO-DS88: $1,349.99, now $999.99
With a realistically weighted piano hammer action and a plethora of great sounding presets, this 88-key synthesizer will suit a variety of keys players - whether you like traditional piano sounds or the more unusual timbre of a custom synth. It’s got some great features for performing players, such as vocal effects, an 8-track sequencer, and a built-in interface and with a huge $350 off, you can get some serious depth and breadth for less.

Korg Minilogue XD Synth: $729.99

Korg Minilogue XD Synth: $729.99, now $599.99
This powerful little synthesizer packs a hell of a lot of features into a compact package and it’s now got an epic $130 off. Great for creating ethereal soundscapes and kinetic soundtracks, it's equally at home doing smooth synthwave sounds as it is the churn and grind of drum and bass. A handy oscilloscope lets you see the characteristics of your sound and with the number of knobs on this thing, you’re not going to run out of sounds any time soon.

NI Komplete Kontrol S49: $699

NI Komplete Kontrol S49: $699, now $599
This smart MIDI keyboard controller from Native Instruments integrates with all the major DAWs with a few clicks of your mouse, meaning you can use various transport controls straight from the controller itself. The 49-key Fatar keybed offers the perfect balance between a realistic piano feel and the rapid response required of a synthesizer. With a cool $100 off, you can now get a complete home studio tool for less.

Korg microKEY Air-25: $169.99

Korg microKEY Air-25: $169.99, now $89.99
If you need to make music on the go, a portable MIDI controller is an essential item. The Korg microKEY Air-25 is small enough to fit in pretty much any bag, meaning you can work on your productions wherever you are and with a massive $89.99 off, we’d say this is one seriously good deal. It features Bluetooth compatibility in case you forget your USB cable, allowing for minimal latency wireless manipulation of all your VSTs and drum machines with up to 30 hours of life.

Roland RP501R: $1,629.99

Roland RP501R: $1,629.99, now $1,199.99
Picking your first digital piano can be difficult, but you want something that will replicate the sound and feel of a full size grand piano without the hefty price tag. With a huge discount of $430, the Roland RP501R is one of our top picks for getting the sound of a full-size grand piano in the comfort of your living room. Its discrete looks and profile mean it fits in effortlessly in your living space, while the SuperNATURAL sound engine and PHA-4 keyboard deliver ultra-realistic sound and feel.

Casio PX-1100 Privia Digital Piano: $858

Casio PX-1100 Privia Digital Piano: $858, now $779
Casio doesn’t just make funny noises these days, in fact, they’re quite quickly garnering a reputation for their properly good digital pianos. The Privia is a stunning-looking instrument thanks to its red top panel and its super slim design means it will fit in pretty much any room of your house. It doesn’t just look good either, the Smart Scaled Hammer Action Keyboard gives you the true feel of a full-size grand piano, where the feel of the keys changes as you move across the keybed.

Roland JUNO-DS61: was $999.99

Roland JUNO-DS61: was $999.99, now $699.99
The ultra-powerful  JUNO synthesizer marries ease of use and a vast array of sounds so you can make music anywhere. There are some delightful tones on this 61-key synth, and we loved the rich organ sounds and expressive pads. As well as a super comfortable keybed it's also got a healthy $300 reduction at Musician's Friend, so something to love for everyone

Roland GP609: was $12,729.99

Roland GP609: was $12,729.99, $8,999.99
If you’ve got both the room and the budget, Roland’s GP609 Digital Grand Piano has a frankly astonishing $3730 off at Guitar Center. This stunning-looking all-white piano has a powerful 6:1 speaker system for room-filling sound and a PHA-50 Progressive Hammer Action Keyboard that responds to your lightest touch and heaviest strikes. Marrying the beautiful sound of old with the technological wonders of the modern age, you can also connect your smartphone via Bluetooth to it, perfect for playing along with your favorite songs.

Elektron Analog Four MKII (was $1649, now $1484)

Elektron Analog Four MKII (was $1649, now $1484)
A step up from Elektron's entry-level Digitone and Digitakt, the Analog Four is a beastly analogue synth that deserves to be at the heart of everyone's set-up. The synth combines the warm, punchy sound of analogue synthesis with the precision control of its digital architecture, pushing the results through an flavourful overdrive that needs to be heard to be believed.

Elektron Digitone (was $849, now $679)

Elektron Digitone (was $849, now $679)
The Digitakt's melodic cousin, this 8-voice polyphonic digital synth packs in a ton of power and functionality in to its compact form factor. Combining advanced FM synthesis with a familiar subtractive synthesis signal flow, Digitone's equipped with four independent synth tracks, multimode filtering and built-in effects, making for a surprisingly capable little unit. 

Cyber Monday Music deals: Drum machine deals

Korg Volca Sample 2: $169.99

Korg Volca Sample 2: $169.99, now $109.99
This cute little sample-based drum machine can act as part of a larger studio setup, or as a standalone unit for all your rhythm-based creations. Load in your samples via micro-USB then carve and create to your liking with the two step jump modes, double filters, and built-in reverb. MIDI in and out make this a super flexible tool for your studio setup, and with $60 off it’s even better value for money.

Akai MPC One: was $899

Akai MPC One: was $899, now $699
The secret weapon of Kanye, Mark Ronson, and J Dilla, Akai's MPC is a legend in the electronic music world. If you're easily distracted while trying to make music on your computer then this all-in-one, standalone production tool is sure to speed up your workflow.

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Akai MPC Studio (was £169, now £152)
Aimed at beginners it may be, but the MPC Studio still lets you loose, comrising both a controller and the MPC2 DAW, which can also run as a plugin. It boasts16-full size pressure- and velocity-sensitive pads with RGB backlights and aftertouch.

Roland Boutique TR-06: $399.99

Roland Boutique TR-06: $399.99, now $279.99
A reimagining of a now-iconic drum machine, this reboot from Roland takes all the great features of the legendary TR-606 and adds a bunch of sound sculpting options with panning, tuning, and gain controls. A healthy discount of $120 at Guitar Center is a seriously tempting offer, giving extra appeal to this powerful and portable music creation tool.

Elektron Digitakt (was $849, now $679)

Elektron Digitakt (was $849, now $679)
It's difficult to spend more than a minute on YouTube these days without spotting one of these puppies in a thumbnail, such is the popularity of this drum machine, sampler and groovebox within the music tech community. For good reason, too - with 8 stereo tracks, 8 MIDI tracks and a flexible sequencer, the Digitakt is a powerhouse of a drum machine. 

Native Instruments Maschine Plus (was $1299, now $999)

Native Instruments Maschine Plus (was $1299, now $999)
It's no exaggeration to say that NI's Maschine is one of the most iconic pieces of modern music tech gear. This user-friendly groovebox comes in a few different iterations, the most powerful of which is the Maschine Plus, a standalone production and performance instrument that contains everything you need to chop up samples, build drum patterns and arrange full tracks with ease.

Akai MPC Live II (was $1283, now $1083)

Akai MPC Live II (was $1283, now $1083)
Everybody knows about Akai's legendary MPC - it's a brand that's synonymous with beat-making and music production. The Live II is the most advanced version of their flagship sampler and sequencer that's ever been released, and it's a complete music-making package, equipped with 16 velocity-sensitive pads, a 7" multitouch display, built-in speakers and 16GB of internal storage.

Elektron Syntakt (was $999, $799)

Elektron Syntakt (was $999, $799)
Released this year, the Syntakt builds on the lofty reputation of the Digitakt and Digitone to produce one of the most creatively stimulating pieces of hardware we've come across in years. It's not just a drum machine, but a synthesizer, sequencer and groovebox too, equipped with 4 analogue voices, 8 digital voices, 12 MIDI tracks and some on-board FX that have to be heard to be believed. 

Cyber Monday Music deals: Drum deals

Roland TD-07DMK: $799.99

Roland TD-07DMK: $799.99, now $699.99
With mesh snare and tom pads, acoustic-style hi-hat mounting, Bluetooth connectivity, USB and 25 excellent kit presets, the TD-07DMK is the top of its range. Don't settle for a generic electronic set this Black Friday, this is the best e-kit deal we've seen so far.

Alesis Nitro Mesh SE: $449

Alesis Nitro Mesh SE: $449, now $349
This special edition Alesis Nitro Mesh proves that it's possible for great e-kits to be affordable. You get tunable mesh heads here instead of cheap-feeling rubber, which feel closer to playing an acoustic drum set, while keeping the noise down to a minimum. This already affordable e-kit had $100 off as part of the Musician's Friend sale. 

Simmons DA2108 Advanced Amp: $199.99

Simmons DA2108 Advanced Amp: $199.99, $139.99
Simmons has been synonymous with electronic drums for decades now, and they're still going strong making competitively-priced e-kits and accessories. Take this versatile 100 watt practice amp, for example. Use it as standalone amp, or hook up two for fully immersive stereo sound. And right now it's available with a $60 discount.

Roland PM-100 80-watt monitor: $369.99

Roland PM-100 80-watt monitor: $369.99, now $269.99
Sure, headphones are great for quiet practice at home, but sometimes you've just got to be heard. That's where the portable yet powerful 2-channel personal monitor comes in. It dishes out 80-watts of power and you can have indepent control of your drums and an independent sound source such as your smartphone. 

Cyber Monday Music deals: Headphones deals

Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro: was $159

Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro: was $159, now $129
Regularly included in ‘best of’ lists for studio headphones, Beyerdynamic’s DT 990s deliver the true sound of your mix with minimal coloration. We use a pair of these regularly in our own mixing and mastering, so can attest to the wide frequency response and rugged construction.

Cyber Monday Music deals: Interface deals

Cyber Monday Music deals: Recording bundle deals

PreSonus AudioBox Studio Bundle: $329.99

PreSonus AudioBox Studio Bundle: $329.99, $259.99
Don’t know where to start with your home studio setup? Fear not because this brilliant bundle from PreSonus gives you everything you need to start doing your own production, mixing, and mastering. With a healthy $70 off at Guitar Center, you get an audio interface, studio monitors, microphone, headphones, and PreSonus’ Studio One software in one handy package. It even includes all the cables you need to connect everything up! How’s that for convenient?

Cyber Monday Music deals: Mixer deals

Yamaha MG10XUF Mixer: $369.99

Yamaha MG10XUF Mixer: $369.99, now $299.99
Whether you’re thinking of putting on some of your own live shows, or you need to replace that ancient mixer in your practice space, this ten-channel offering from Yamaha is now even better value with $70 off the asking price at Guitar Center. Featuring studio-grade Class A mic preamps, one-knob channel compressors, and a built-in audio interface, you also get 24 different effects for creative processing out front.

When do the Cyber Monday music deals start?

For 2022, the Cyber Monday music deals will officially arrive on Monday November 28, just a few days after the Black Friday music deals have ended. 

Deals are launched at all sorts of random times – sometimes in the middle of the night – so savvy shoppers will need to keep a close eye on their favourite retailers to ensure they grab the bargains they're after. Some Cyber Monday music deals may stick for a few days after Cyber Monday, while others may only be live for a matter of hours, or could be stock-limited. So, if you're looking for a bargain, you need to be ready to pull the trigger.

What Cyber Monday music deals should I expect?

We’ll be keeping a close eye on the big music retailers throughout October and November. Based on last year's evidence, the Guitar Center Cyber Monday sales, Sweetwater Cyber Monday sales and Musician's Friend Cyber Monday sales will be the places for acoustic and electric guitars, amps, home recording gear and electronic drum sets.

When it comes to laptops for music production, this time of year is a great opportunity to pick up a Cyber Monday laptop deal for the home studio. Last year we spotted discounts on the newly-launched M1 MacBook Pros and MacBook Airs - mostly via Amazon - plus significant money off Dell laptops and older model MacBooks. Keep an eye on our MacBook Pro M1 deals page for the latest big ticket discounts. We're confident this year will be the ideal time to grab a top deal on your next laptop. 

If you're a sucker for software, we're excited to see what the likes of Waves Audio and Plugin Boutique deliver across the event. Last year, some of the biggest offers included crazy discounts on the biggest names in software. You'll want to keep a close eye on our Cyber Monday plugin deals page for the very best offers this year. 

For drummers itching to pick up one of the best electronic drum sets around, we’re looking forward to seeing price-slashing on some of the year's most popular models, including the new Roland TD-07 range and potentially Yamaha's new DTX series drums. Yamaha doesn't often do e-kit discounts through, so this may be wishful thinking. The Alesis Nitro Mesh e-kit has been a big winner when it comes to Cyber Monday drum deals, with the beginner electronic drum set seeing discounts of up to $50, plus bundle packages available over the last couple of years.

The Amazon and Walmart Cyber Monday sales will be massive as always, too. Here you'll be able to pick up everything from cheap wireless headphones and Amazon Echo devices, to top music gear – we’ll be bringing you the best deals we can find across these events.

We've been covering the Cyber Monday music deals for years now, so you can rest assured our teams will be hunting down the best offers before anyone else and sharing them with you first.

Cyber Monday music deals: Discounts and coupons

The Cyber Monday music deals aren't all about individual product discounts. Some retailers prefer to offer discounts overall on a range of product categories. Usually this comes in the form of a code that you enter at checkout to redeem your discount. 

To give you an example, last year Sweetwater was offering up to 80% off a range of guitars, drums, recording gear, software, headphones and so much more from the big brands in their Cyber Week sale. Elsewhere, Guitar Center and Musician's Friend were both offering 15% off select products. 

This is a great way to shop and can end up saving you more when you have multiple items you're looking to purchase.

How to prepare for the Cyber Monday music sales

If you really want to win big when the Cyber Monday music deals start flowing, our biggest tip would be to get your research done early, so you know exactly what you're looking for once it's time to strike. 

The good news is that we can help you with that...

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Cyber Monday music deals: what happened last year?

Last year's Cyber Monday music deals were off the chain, but we're hoping to see even bigger offers this year. In terms of last year's highlights, laptops and iPads - and in particular MacBook Pros - were available with silly discounts. 

For guitarists, the biggest hitters last year were $100 off the stunning Fender Player Strat in Surf Pearl at Guitar Center, while the shred-ready Schecter C-1 Platinum FR-Sustaniac was a mighty $170 off at Musician's Friend.

The Casio Privia PX-770 is one of our favourite digital pianos for beginners, so seeing it discounted by $50 at Sweetwater was one of the standouts last year. In fact there were plenty of great Cyber Monday keyboard and piano deals to check out. 

For drummers, particularly new players, the best offer was $200 off the price of an Alesis Nitro Mesh kit bundle at Amazon, that included headphones and sticks.

Here's a few more offers from last year to give you a flavour of what you can expect from the 2022 Cyber Monday music deals. 

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Apple M1 MacBook Pro 13-inch: £1,299 £1,249.97
Save more than £49 on this just-released MacBook Pro at Amazon UK, with M1 power, 8GB RAM and 256GB of storage. Logic Pro and GarageBand are already fully compatible and other DAWs and plugins will inevitably follow suit.

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Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch: 2.3GHz, 16GB RAM, 1TB SSD
Was £2,799, now £2,622, save £176
This model comes with a 2.3GHz 9th-gen Intel Core i9 processor, 16GB RAM and a whopping 1TB Ultrafast SSD. You can bag all this today with a £176 saving.

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Apple M1 MacBook Air: $999.99 $899 at Adorama
You rarely find brand new Apple products on sale so soon after being released, but right now for Cyber Monday you can save $100 off the new Apple MacBook Air with M1 chip - while it lasts.

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11 TC Electronic pedals for just $39 @Guitar Center
Mix and match from your choice of 11 TC Electronic effects pedals. Chorus, reverb, delay, distortion, drive, overdrive – whatever FX you crave, you'll find something that floats your boat with this unmissable Cyber Monday guitar effects deal.

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Positive Grid Spark 40: $299/£225, now $239/£180
With a complete arsenal of amp models and effects, plus access to over 10,000 tone presets, the Positive Grid Spark 40 is a versatile guitar, bass and acoustic practice amp. But, throw in the additional smart features such as Auto Chords, Smart Jam, Bluetooth and USB connectivity, and you have one of the most powerful practice amps available on the planet.

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Save 50% on Fender Play, and 10% on Fender gear for a year!
A fantastic way to improve your playing now at an amazingly low price. Sign up to Fender Play for access to the constantly expanding library of accessible guitar, bass and ukulele lessons for players of all skill levels. And as a very useful bonus you'll also get 10% off all Fender gear for a whole year.

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Waves Cyber Monday buy 2, get 4 offer
And now, for Cyber Monday, buy any 2 plugins from the Waves catalog, including the already discounted ones, and choose any 2 plugins free from this list!

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Squier Limited-Edition Bullet Telecaster: $179 $129, save $50
Another fantastic beginner's guitar in a classic Fender Lake Placid Blue finish. The Bullet Tele features a C-shaped neck and  Indian laurel fingerboard for slinky playability. This was already a good deal before the discount! 

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Gretsch G2657T Streamliner: was $549, now $399, save $150
We love the Streamliner series because it represents just how much value an electric guitar can offer these days. With this kind of discount it's hard to resist. The stunning Ocean Turquoise finish, incredibly versatile Gretsch's Broad'Tron humbucking pickups and a licensed Bigsby vibrato add up to a guitar that just shouldn't be $399. But we're delighted it is! 

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Fender Player Stratocaster, Black: $699 $599 at Guitar Center
David Gilmour's Black Strat is the most valuable guitar on the planet, but you can get those Comfortably Numb vibes here for an absolute steal. Shine on you crazy bargain! 

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Alesis Nitro Mesh: $379.99, now $319.99
The Alesis Nitro Mesh puts a lot of features and quality into the hands of those with an entry-level budget. No horrible plastic pads here: instead you get tunable mesh heads that will feel close to playing an acoustic drum, while keeping the noise down. The range of sounds, feel and build quality all add up to a cracking deal on an already-affordable e-kit. Save $60 at Amazon today.

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Casio Privia PX-770: $749.99 $699.99 at Sweetwater
One of the most highly-rated digital pianos among its peers, the Casio Privia Px-770 is now just $699.99 at Sweetwater. With 88 hammer-action keys, and 19 different high-quality sounds to choose from, there’s a lot to like here.


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IK Multimedia Total Studio 2 Max: Was €999, now €249
All the software your studio could ever need, plus a whole lot more, with up to 75% off. IK Multimedia’s Total Studio 2 Max has it all, and for just €249 it’s the perfect time to add it to your roster.

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Toontrack EZdrummer 2: Was $149, now $79, save $70
Get some hugely impressive studio drum sounds that can be played from your electronic drum set over MIDI. Or, if you're a guitarist, make use of the MIDI grooves to create the perfect drum part for your latest idea. We can't think of a better set of sounds for $79

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SSL 2+ w/free plugins worth $478: $279.99
Free FlexVerb and X-Comp plugins valued at $478 await you in this amazing bundle offer from Sweetwater.

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IK Multimedia AXE I/O Solo: was $249.99, now $179.99
Compact 2-in/3-out audio interface with advanced guitar tone shaping, courtesy of AmpliTube and you can save $70 at ProAudioStar today.

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Novation Launchkey Mini Mk3: Was $139, now $109, save $30
Now in its third iteration, the Novation Launchkey has refined the experience of computer-based performance. For Ableton Live users in particular the Launchkey delivers tight integration and control over most of Live’s parameters. And, at just over $100, it’s a handy tool to have in your studio.

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Arturia Keylab 49: Was $249, now $209, save $40
We’re huge fans of Arturia’s MIDI control keyboards, and the Arturia Keylab shows exactly why. It’s well made, plays nicely with any DAW, and has plug-and-play integration enabling you to make and perform music in no time. At just $209, the Arturia Keylab 49 will make a solid addition to any setup.

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JHS Pedals 3 Series Effects WAS: $99 NOW: $84.15 
The best value USA-made guitar effects pedals out there just became an even better deal with 15% off this weekend at Sweetwater this weekend. Just $84.15 for JHS quality with your choice of Overdrive, Distortion, Fuzz, Reverb, Delay, Compressor and Chorus. 

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Boss DD-500 Digital Delay Pedal: Was $499, now $349
A flagship delay pedal with a huge discount making it now $349 at Sam Ash. This will cover all your delay needs… and the ones you didn't even know you had. 

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TC Electronic Plethora X5 TonePrint multi-FX: $499 $429
We're very pleased to see Sweetwater offering a $69 discount on one of 2020's biggest effects releases. The Plethora X5 offers every one of TC’s acclaimed TonePrint effects in one multi-effects pedal. Save up to 127 custom pedalboards using the five-switch slots and utilise TC's pioneering MASH expression footswitches. The Plethora is very well named indeed. 

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Squier Affinity Telecaster HH: Was $249.99, now $199.99
The loss metallic black finish here offers a distinctive take on the classic Tele design – and the dual humbuckers hone in on the rock credentials. A superb buy with $50 off at Musician's Friend. 

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Gibson Les Paul Blood Moon exclusive: $2,999
We're not going to call this a bargain but it is a beautiful Guitar Center exclusive finish on one of the greatest of all guitar models. Its switching options for the Gibson ’57/Super ’57 humbucking pickups include coil-split, coil-tap and phase to enhance the Les Paul versatility.

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Fender Player Strat in Surf Pearl: Was $699.99, now $599.99
We’ve always been a sucker for a faded green shade on guitars, and the Limited Edition Fender Player Stratocaster in Surf Green really caught our attention, especially when it’s down from $699 to just $599 at Guitar Center.

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Schecter C-1 Platinum: was $599, now $449 at Guitar Center
The C-1 Platinum is a great choice for heavier styles and a $149 discount sweetens the deal on an already tempting package. The EMG 81/85 active pickup combo has been favoured by metal legends including Metallica and Slayer, while the Ultra Access neck means it handles lead work as well as rhythmic chug. Choose between Satin Transparent Midnight Blue and Translucent Black finishes.

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Line 6 Relay G10S wireless system: Was $349, now $249
The best guitar wireless system you can buy just got even better, thanks to this tasty $100 discount over at Sweetwater. Wander up to 130 feet away from your pedalboard and enjoy crystal-clear 24-bit audio from this top-notch guitar accessory.

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Squier Bullet Mustang HH: was $179, now $129, save $50
Simply one of the best beginner guitar bargains you'll find for Christmas – its shorter 24-inch scale and comfortable C-shaped neck  is ideal for smaller hands and anyone who wants a more compact playing experience. While the dual humbuckers will allow you to get rocking with ease. 

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Vox Limited-Edition AC10C1: $599 $499, save $100
Classic British tones at more practical volumes here for a great price. This limited edition features a 10” Celestion Creamback speaker, onboard reverb and a sleek black finish.

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Epiphone Hummingbird PRO Cutaway: $449, now $379
The Hummingbird is an acoustic classic and Epiphone's Wine Red take on it here is real head-turner with the improved higher ret access afforded by its cutaway design.  The Fishman Sonitone preamp and Sonicore pickup system also makes it stage-ready. 

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TC Electronic Ditto X4 Looper: was $209, now $199, save $60
If you're serious about looping, TC’s flagship model of its superb Ditto series is an essential option – especially with a $60 discount.  It's incredibly user friendly too. The Ditto X4 Looper features two footswitchable loop tracks and seven onboard loop effects. There's sync and serial loop modes with adjustable decay too. 

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Sterling by Music Man StingRay Bass: $799 $599, save $200
The StingRay is a bass classic and this update ticks all the boxes for us;  a buttery smooth roasted maple neck, beautiful natural finish and a three-band active preamp for versatility with a whopping $200 off at Guitar Center.

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Squier Contemporary Active Jazz Bass: $80 off @ Sweetwater
A lot of Jazz Bass here for $399 ($449 for a five-string). There's four Sweetwater-exclusive finishes to choose from on this active bass model and all have roasted maple necks and 'boards; Satin Black, Midnight Satin, Burgundy Satin and Olive Satin. They're all stunners too! 

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Shure SM58 dynamic vocal mic: save $10 - was $99, now $89
The classic SM58 has been reduced by $10 for Cyber Week at Sweetwater, hurry these deals won't last long.

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Shure SM57 dynamic instrument mic: was $99, now $89
The ubiquitous instrument microphone, found in home and pro studios up and down the land is now $10 off Sweetwater.

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JBL 305P studio monitors: Was $149, now just $99
These superb 5” JBL 305P studio monitors offer a perfect first step into upgrading your home studio. They deliver clear, balanced sound to help you mix and master accurately, and come with the confidence you get from using a trusted brand. At just $99 from Guitar Center, we’d recommend doubling up for killer stereo sound!

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JBL One Series 104 compact powered monitors: $129 $79
Save at Amazon on these excellent little speakers , which sound as good as they look. We praised their excellent mid-range performance and surprising levels of loudness.

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IK Multimedia's iLoud Micro Monitor: $299.99 $199.99
Save $100 at Guitar Center on these excellent mini monitors - which come complete with Bluetooth connectivity - from IK Multimedia.

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Ludwig Backbeat 5-piece kit: $429.99, now $329.99, save $100
Get your stocking rocking with this great deal on a Ludwig Backbeat drum set, complete with cymbals, hardware, a stool and sticks from Guitar Center! You'll be able to start playing straight out of the box, plus it's available in Black sparkle, Wine Red Sparkle, or Metallic Silver Sparkle finishes!

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Roland TD-17KV Electronic Drum Set: Was $1,599, now $1,299
This is one of Roland's finest e-kits to date. Highlights include the mesh snare and toms, but it's the revolutionary TD-17 module which is the real winner. On-board you'll find a sound engine based on the TD-50, plus the ability to stream songs and MIDI over Bluetooth. Save $300 at Sweetwater.

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Shure SRH440 Studio Headphones: Was $99, now $79
The Shure SRH440’s are quickly becoming one of the most popular studio headphones choices when it comes to recording. Not only do they have a fantastically true-to-life frequency response, but the dense foam padding and closed back construction mean that you won’t fall victim to sound from inside the phones bleeding into your mics. If you’re an audiophile that wants to listen on-the-go, then the foldable design, included carrying case and detachable cable will be right up your street. Sweetwater’s limited-time offer knocks these down to only $79, so they won’t be around for too long.

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Shure SRH840 Studio Headphones: Was $149, now $129
Optimized for recording and mixing, the SRH840’s from Shure deliver rich bass, a clear midrange and extended highs, all courtesy of the 40mm Neodymium drivers implanted in each earpiece. Those drivers, coupled with the thick foam earpads, mean you’ll never want to take them off. Shure has thought about the future too when it comes to these cans - the replaceable cable and included replacement earpads mean that your investment will be safe for years to come. Again, Sweetwater’s deals won’t be there forever - and for only $129, neither will these headphones

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Shure SRH1540 Studio Headphones: Was $499, now $399
Enveloping you in detailed highs, rich bass and a gorgeous midrange, the SRH1540’s are an excellent choice for studio monitoring. Their soundstage is spacious, allowing you to tweak your mixes with ultimate precision. The phones themselves sport Alcantara earpads, which provide comfort for those mammoth mixing sessions. With a Kevlar-reinforced cable, you won’t need to worry about your investment breaking down and with Sweetwater slashing the price to only $399, you won’t need to break the bank.

Chris Barnes

I'm MusicRadar's eCommerce Editor. It's my job to manage the buyer's guides on MusicRadar and help musicians find the right gear and the best prices. I'm a guitarist and a drummer and I've worked in the music gear industry for 18 years, including 7 years as Editor of the UK's best-selling drum magazine Rhythm, and 5 years as a freelance writer working with many of the world's biggest musical instrument brands including the likes of Roland, Boss, MusicRadar and Natal.