Drinks are never safe on stage, and knocking them over can be hazardous to your gear. It’s a good idea to make use of some form of drink holder to keep your drink in a safe place. Eliminating the need to bend down each time you want to take a sip is another plus point. All the holders listed below attach to a mic stand (or any instrument boom stand), which are commonplace at gigging venues. Click an image to be redirected to Amazon for pricing information.
SwirlyGig SG1000
The SwirlyGig SG1000 is the most common choice for musicians, probably due to the fact that it’s so quick to attach it to any standard microphone stand. It can be a little tricky to use at first, but it’s a great product that will last forever. There’s also a 2-pack available.
On-Stage Stands MSA5050
If the SwirlyGig clamp is not for you, then this drink holder from On-Stage Stands is the way to go. Its interior consists of Neoprene rubber which will help to keep your drink hot or cold, as well as prevent condensation from potentially dripping on your equipment.
Gator Frameworks Tray
This is the best choice for guitar players. The Frameworks tray from Gator Cases is extremely lightweight and durable. Along with the vented drink holder, the tray can be used for your keys, Smartphone, capo, tuner or other accessories you may happen to have on you. Included is a pick tab that you can clip up to 5 picks on to. This nifty tray will make your bandmates jealous.
Gibraltar Soft Drink Holder
Not every guitarist is a singer and you may not have a microphone stand close by. If the next closest thing to you is the drum kit or cymbal stand, then then this stand is ideal. That’s to say if your drummer is up for it. It clips on to any percussion stand and can be removed from its frame for washing.
