For little audiophiles

Audio-Technica USB turntable Cool kids embrace vinyl but want the freedom to also go digital. Enter this LP-to-MP3 system—a good value, complete with Mac/PC editing software, stereo outputs and a decent needle. Just make sure your kids will let you play it. $70 at buy.com.

Korg Monotron pocket-sized analog synth Electro rebels will dig this pocket-sized synthesizer. A headphone jack lets you escape the soundtrack of lasers. $60 at Guitar Center, 2633 N Halsted St (773-248-2808, guitarcenter.com).

Electronic drum-kit shirt This crazy-cool tee comes in rocker black with seven playable drum and cymbal sounds and an embedded speaker. Pick up the electronic guitar shirt for a sibling, and you’ve got an instant jam session. $20 at thinkgeek.com.