Music Gear Price Trends — July 2026 Report
The music gear market is showing some interesting trends in July 2026. On the upside, guitars are looking particularly pricey this month, with a notable jump in average prices. Meanwhile, some popular categories like pedals and drums have taken a hit, with significant drops in average price compared to last month. However, synthesizers and keyboards seem to be bucking the trend, with a notable increase in average price.
Average prices by category — July 2026
- Guitars — average observed price $1,094 across 126,623 listings, up 18.6% vs June
- Pedals — average observed price $366 across 9,890 listings, down 33.1% vs June
- Drums — average observed price $512 across 8,438 listings, down 33.6% vs June
- Studio — average observed price $480 across 8,011 listings, down 29.5% vs June
- Synths & Keys — average observed price $801 across 7,773 listings, up 21.3% vs June
- DJ — average observed price $787 across 4,969 listings, down 23.9% vs June
- Bass — average observed price $926 across 2,027 listings, up 23.6% vs June
Biggest price drops we published
- DFP-9D FP 9 Series Direct Drive Double Bass Drum Pedal — $500 at Reverb (64% off)
- MOOER GE200 Guitar Amp Modelling Multi Effects Pedal — $111 at Ebay (63% off)
- Trio+ Band Creator and Looper Pedal — $223 at Reverb (63% off)
- Warwick Pro Series Streamer CV Electric Bass Guitar - Black — $1,780 at Reverb (62% off)
- E11 Intermediate Bb Clarinet - Silver-plated Keys — $1,000 at Reverb (61% off)
Methodology
Figures are computed from every price GearDealFinder observed on Amazon, Sweetwater, eBay, and Reverb during July 2026, including new and used listings. Live numbers are always on the price tracker. Feel free to cite this report — a link back is appreciated.