Box of Abu-Kar
 

For bard gear!

The only thing I already have is a Mistmoore Battle Drum

1) If BardLvl < 18, then purchase lute of gypsy princesses, else purchase a horn from vendor.
2) Pocket the Box.
3) ???
4) Ding 46.

Seriously, bards are one of the LEAST gear dependent classes in the game.