Qobuz Holiday Gift Guide 2023

Our gift recommendations for the music lovers and audiophiles on your list this holiday season, hand-picked by the Qobuz USA Team

FOR THE RECORD COLLECTOR

Pharoah Sanders Box set — The definitive, remastered version of 'PHAROAH,' Pharoah Sanders' seminal record from 1977, in an embossed 2 LP box set. Alongside the original record, this release includes two previously unreleased live performances of his masterpiece, “Harvest Time," and a 24-page booklet with rarely seen photographs and ephemera, which tell the story of this album and this moment in Pharoah’s life in a way that has never been done before—including through interviews with many of the participants and a conversation with Pharoah himself.

Art Devo 1973-1977 3xLP + 7" Box Set — If the great early material on the Hardcore Devo collections is not enough of a deep dive for you, this beautiful box set will satisfy your need for rare, unheard and radical pre-”Whip It” DEVO.

A Symphonic Celebration - Music from the Studio Ghibli Films of Hayao Miyazak Picture Disc 2LP — Hitchock and Herrmann, Spielberg and Williams, Zemeckis and Silvestri, Burton and Elfman, Fellini and Rota. There’s a certain kind of magic that happens when a director and composer work together for an extended period; their imaginations are fuelled by an artistic sensibility which becomes, inevitably, entwined. Such deep understanding between two artists has proffered memorable, even legendary, cinemusical experiences. But there’s another of these partnerships we must honor and mention in the same breath, that of director Hayao Miyazaki and composer Joe Hisaishi.

Queen Of Rock 'n' Roll LPx5 — The complete singles collection issued on one 3CD set for the first time, starting with 'Whole Lotta Love' from 1975 and going all the way up to the Kygo remix of 'What’s Love Got to Do With It' in 2020. A big 5LP vinyl box set with the same content, is also available along with a cuts to the chase 12-track single vinyl LP.

Neutral Milk Hotel Box Set Bundle — The Grammy-nominated 2023 reissue of the Neutral Milk Hotel box set was originally available only through the band’s online store. Get it now in a telescoping casewrapped box which was redesigned to accommodate all the extras.

Thinking Back – The Brinsley Schwarz Anthology 1970 to 1975 (7CD set) — Comprehensive 7CD clamshell box set that contains all of the original six albums as well as the 'It’s All Over Now' album that was recorded in 1975 but not released until 1988. Also included are unreleased tracks from the Warner vaults as well as live recordings and rarities from band member Ian Gomm who is also providing a mass of rare/unseen images from his archive as well as contributing to the sleeve notes.

Yuja Wang, Gustavo Dudamel, Los Angeles Philharmonic - The Piano Concertos & Paganini Rhapsody (3 Vinyl + signed Art Card) — To celebrate the 150th birthday of Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943), Yuja Wang joined the L.A. Philharmonic under the baton of Gustavo Dudamel to perform all four of the composer’s piano concertos and his Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini over two consecutive weekends. This ambitious project took place at Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, the city where Rachmaninoff spent the last months of his life.

The Replacements - Tim: Let it Bleed Complete Bundle — The best Replacements album gets a sonic redo with Ed Stasium at helm. Included in this 4CD/1LP set are previously unreleased studio and live recordings, including the January 1985 Alex Chiton session and a full live show from 1986. The complete bundle also includes a hat, a shirt and a “Hold My Life” mug, which may justify the price alone.

John Prine - The Oh Boy Singles Boxset - OH BOY RECORDS — Modeled precisely after Prine’s 1935 Wurlitzer Jukebox, the collection features the eight singles John released throughout his career on Oh Boy Records, packaged in their original artwork!

Stevie Nicks - Complete Studio Albums and Rarities — Clear out some space on your N shelf for this mammoth eight album / 16LP box. All of Stevie’s solo albums are here—several newly remastered from the analog masters—along with a rarities compilation.

1. Pharoah Sanders - PHAROAH Box Set (Incl. Harvest Time Live 1977) — $54.99

2. Art Devo 1973-1977 3xLP + 7″ Box Set — $130

3. Joe Hisaishi - A Symphonic Celebration (Picture Disc 2LP) — $45.99

4. Tina Turner - Queen Of Rock ‘n’ Roll (5LP) — $129.99

5. Neutral Milk Hotel Box Set Bundle (LP Box Set) — $156.98

6. Thinking Back – The Brinsley Schwarz Anthology 1970 to 1975 (7CD set) — $53.99

7. Yuja Wang - The Piano Concertos & Paganini Rhapsody (3LP + signed Art Card) — $52.75

8. The Replacements - Tim: Let it Bleed Edition Complete Bundle — $149.98

9. John Prine - The Oh Boy Singles Boxset — $175

10. Stevie Nicks - Complete Studio Albums and Rarities (16LP) — $299.98

FOR THE AUDIOPHILE

The WiiM Pro is a full function streamer with DAC, digital out and Ethernet input. It plays lossless files up to 24-bit/192kHz, making it the best starter audiophile streamer on the market.

Bowers and Wilkins Px8 — The Px8 is Qobuz USA’s choice for on-the-go headphones. Excellent bluetooth or wired sound quality, paired with NC, pass-through and a HQ mic. It’s the ultimate combination of exceptional performance, premium materials, intelligent technology, and smart features. Available in a range of elegant finishes, including classic Tan and Black models, as well as the all-new striking Royal Burgundy, Px8 offers luxury that complements exquisite sound quality.

dCS Bartók APEX — dCS is known all around the world as the best digital front-end. The Bartók is both a DAC and a preamp, and has an optional headphone preamp.

AudioQuest Dragonfly Cobalt USB Digital-to-Analog Converter — DragonFly Cobalt takes what music lovers around the world have come to expect from the multi-award-winning DragonFly family—naturally beautiful, seductive sound—and strips away fuzz and fog that weren’t even noticeable until Cobalt removed them.

Chord Electronics Mojo2 — An award-winning upgrade to Chord Electronics’ legendary Mojo portable USB DAC/headphone amp. Advanced options including EQ and crossfeed make this little powerhouse hard to beat at any cost.

Kanto Audio - YU4 Powered Speakers — Effortlessly fill your room with rich, spacious sound. Featuring carefully designed 4-inch Kevlar® drivers and 1-inch silk dome tweeters, YU4 faithfully reproduces your favorite tunes, letting you enjoy them to their fullest. Throw on your latest vinyl with a built-in phono preamp, or sit back and stream your carefully curated playlist via Bluetooth™ 4.0 with Qualcomm aptX. Crystal-clear, detailed sound for all to enjoy. Pair with a set of Kanto speaker stands for a tasteful bookshelf set up.

Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO — The new Debut Carbon EVO represents the epitome of Pro-Ject’s philosophy: high performance, clean aesthetics, and superb value. The elegant, simple aesthetic is unmarred by gimmicky lights, sliders, and buttons. It is a pure, high-performance turntable.

1. WiiM Pro — $149

2. Bowers and Wilkins Px8 — $699

3. dCS Bartók APEX — $20,950

4. AudioQuest DragonFly Cobalt — $199.95

5. Chord Electronics Mojo2 — $650

6. Kanto Audio YU4 Powered Speakers — $419.99

7. Pro-Ject Debut Carbon EVO — $599

FOR THE MUSIC SCHOLAR

Kenneth Womack Living the Beatles Legend: The Untold Story of Mal Evans — The first full-length biography of Malcolm Evans, the Beatles’ beloved friend and confidant. Mal, the Beatles’ long-time roadie and personal assistant, was an invaluable member of the band’s inner circle. A towering figure in horn-rimmed glasses, Evans loomed large in the Beatles’ story, contributing at times as a performer and sometime lyricist, while struggling mightily to protect his beloved “boys.” He was there for the whole of the group’s remarkable, unparalleled story: from the Shea Stadium triumph through the creation of the timeless cover art for 'Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band' and the famous 'Let It Be' rooftop concert.

Jesse Rifkin - This Must Be the Place — An examination of how real estate, gentrification, community, and the highs and lows of New York City shaped the city’s music scenes, pieced together from over a hundred exclusive interviews conducted by historian and tour guide Jesse Rifkin.

Hua Hsu - Stay True: A Memoir — New Yorker contributor and professor Hua Hsu’s memoir is not a book about music, but music is a throughline. References to Pavement, Missy Elliott, Groovie Ghoulies, the Beach Boys and Kurt Cobain pepper this reflection on youth and friendship.

Michael Azerrad - The Amplified Come as You Are: The Story of Nirvana — If you loved the original biography of Nirvana, you will love this revisited and “amplified” edition.

Barbra Streisand - My Name is Barbra — Barbra Streisand’s long-awaited memoir is here. And with the life she’s lived, 970 pages still doesn’t seem enough.

Shindig! Print Subscription — Shindig! is a music publication put together with genuine understanding, sincerity and utter belief. Subscribe today.

Oxford American Music Issues — Whether it’s through great writing, great music, or great art, the Oxford American has a long history of telling powerful stories of and about the American South.

CREEM Magazine — A full subscription to the online & print version of Creem Magazine, with optional extra gifts, is perfect for the rock & roll fan in your life.

Rock's Back Pages Subscription — The world’s largest archive of music journalism, featuring over 50,000 articles on artists from Aaliyah to ZZ Top, with a new edition every Friday.

1. Kenneth Womack Living the Beatles Legend: The Untold Story of Mal Evans — $46.50

2. Jesse Rifkin This Must Be the Place — $30.68

3. Hua Hsu Stay True: A Memoir — $15.81 (paperback) and up

4. Michael Azerrad The Amplified Come as You Are: The Story of Nirvana — $34.99

5. Barbra Streisand My Name is Barbra — $43.71

6. Shindig! (Print Subscription) — £18.00 – £220.00

7. Oxford American Music Issues — $18.95

8. CREEM Magazine — $79-129

9. Rock’s Back Pages Subscription — $220.00

FOR THE DEDICATED FAN

Shana Cleveland - Crawdad Cleveland’s Famous Faces 2024 Calendar — Musician Shana Cleveland presents the 13th edition of Crawdad Cleveland’s Famous Faces! This 12-month calendar features favorite rockers from days of yore, including: The Trashmen, Diana Ross, and Fred & Toody.

Loops "Experience" high-fidelity earplugs for concerts — Your hearing is important. Protect it. These offer up to 18 dB of filtered noise reduction.

Roon Subscription — Everything about music – browsing, discovery, collecting, and listening – is 10x more engaging with Roon.

The Rolling Stones Lego — Recreate the iconic logo of your favorite band! Explore your passion for rock & roll with this LEGO® Art set and build a unique version of The Rolling Stones’ band logo.

The Official Music Box Company — Ever want a music box version of your favorite indie hits? Done!

Uncommon Goods Turntable Cheese Board — Pay homage to vinyl with this turntable-inspired cheese board featuring a slate platter and hidden slicer.

1. Shana Cleveland Crawdad Cleveland’s Famous Faces 2024 Calendar — $10

2. Loops “Experience” high-fidelity earplugs for concerts — $34.95

3. Roon Subscription — $14.99/month

4. The Rolling Stones Lego Set — $149.99

5. The Official Music Box Company — $22

6. Uncommon Goods Turntable Cheese Board — $78

FOR EVERYONE

Qobuz Gift Cards — Qobuz offers a premium and holistic music listening experience for music lovers, audiophiles and everyone in between with Hi-Res streaming (FLAC 24-Bit up to 192 kHz) and downloads plus exclusive editorial content. Subscriptions start at $10.83 per month. Give the gift of unlimited Hi-Res streaming with a gift subscription for 3 months, 6 months or 12 months.

Qobuz Streaming Gift Card — 3 months for $38.97, 6 months for $77.94, 12 months for $129.99

FOR GIVING BACK

1. The jaimie branch Foundation

The jaimie branch Foundation is ensuring the energy, legacy, and power of jaimie branch live on. Her family and close friends are establishing the right organization or project. Details about this fund will be shared as they become available.

2. Memphis Listening Lab

Memphis Listening Lab is a curated collection of music and music history, a forum for music-related talks and performances, and a music education, appreciation, and experimentation space located in Crosstown Concourse. Currently, the Memphis Listening Lab’s collection consists of 35,000 45 rpm singles, 15,000 vinyl LPs, 25,000 CDs, 2000 books, and over 1000 unique pieces of musical history - all available to listen to and learn from for free. Now, over 100 million tracks in lossless and Hi-Res quality will be added to the library via Qobuz streaming.

3. Women In Music

Established in 1985, Women in Music is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization committed to advancing equality, visibility and opportunities for women in the musical arts through education, support, empowerment and recognition. A diverse global community, WIM encompasses chapters around the world—from LA to Japan.

4. Help Musicians Ukraine

Help Musicians Ukraine is a network of classical musicians who are helping support Ukrainian musicians and their families who have been displaced in the current crisis. They have developed a network of musical friends who can help arrange safe passage through Europe to residency places, further study or family and friends.

5. Women’s Audio Mission

Women’s Audio Mission is a San Francisco and Oakland-based recording studio and nonprofit dedicated to the advancement of women and gender-expansive people in music/audio production and creative technology, fields in which they are critically underrepresented.

6. Musicians on Call

It’s no secret that music can help you feel better. That’s why Musicians On Call brings music to the people who need it most – hospital patients. Musicians On Call brings live and recorded music to the bedsides of patients, families and caregivers in healthcare environments. By delivering live, in-room performances to patients undergoing treatment or unable to leave their beds, we add a dose of joy to life in a healthcare facility.