Band Merch Ideas To Boost Your Income

Many indie musicians don't realize how vital band merch can be to their careers. It’s a great way to promote your music and, if done correctly, can increase your income.

All of this depends on making good merchandise that is easy to sell and make a profit. Many artists have trouble coming up with ideas for band merchandise. This guide was created to assist artists in coming up with merch ideas.

Top 9 Band Merch Ideas

1. Stickers

Stickers are the cheapest piece of band merchandise and it's a great idea to have some made. You could buy a few hundred of these made up for a small amount.

It is more like an advertisement expense than merch. You can give them away at your table in exchange for email signing-ups. Or, hand them out to fans to place them where they will see them.

2. Cds Featuring Your Music

Physical music is, in many ways your most important merchandise item. Your live show fans will want to hear your music again. Despite the popularity of streaming services, many people still prefer CDs.

Before you can make CDs, however, you must record your music. You want your music to be enjoyable to listen to. This is why it is important to get high-quality recordings that can withstand all other noises.

3. Vinyl And Tape

Music isn't just sold on CDs. Some of the old ways people used to listen to music have been revived in recent years.

Some music lovers will pay more to have their music on analogue tapes or vinyl. These formats are more costly to print than CDs, and you won't likely sell as many. We recommend that you start with a smaller run, even ten to twenty until your understanding of the demand is better.

4. Buttons

When looking for merch ideas, we always recommend that bands start with buttons. These are very affordable and people will be more interested in them than any other merch.

Buttons can be a great low-risk and inexpensive way to show your support for those who aren't huge fans of your music but still want to help you. Buttons are also a great way to show your support.

5. Posters

It can be a good idea to create posters for any visuals you have for your band. These can be printed quickly at most print shops. You should invest in high-quality stock so they are durable and have a nice look.

6. T-Shirts

The T-Shirt is the most loved band merch idea. Many bands take the wrong approach to getting T-shirts made.

Make sure that the design appeals to you. A graphic designer can help you create a unique look for your T-Shirts. Sales will rise if the imagery can be used on its own without the need for music.

7. Patches

Fans may be more inclined to purchase patches because they are cooler and more unique than buttons. They can be more expensive to produce and require more time when designing. Make sure to price them appropriately, taking into account both their uniqueness and cost.

8. Guitar Picks

Guitar picks make a great merch item for bands for a few reasons. They are also relatively easy to make. They can be easily sold at your table, or given out as promotional items.

They're also practical merchandise items. Guitar players in the audience will be able to justify purchasing them as something they may use later on.

9. QR Codes

These are not necessarily items you would give to your fans, but it is a smart idea to include them in your merch.

QR codes can be used by your fans to scan barcodes with their cameras to take them to specific locations online.