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FAQ's
What are the advantages of renting a musical instrument rather than purchasing?What are the advantages of renting a string instrument rather than purchasing?
Just like shoes, string instruments come in different sizes. If your child grows during the school year, a bigger size will be needed. If you rent a string instrument, you can simply trade the smaller one in for a bigger one. Otherwise, you will have to purchase a new instrument every time your child grows.
Why should one not purchase a musical instrument from a chain department store or discount warehouse?
Discount warehouses and department stores often sell instruments that do not meet the educators’ requirements and therefore will hinder your child’s progress. These instruments frequently break and are in need of repair. Most reputable music stores will not carry replacement parts to these instruments and will often refuse to repair them.
Where can I go online to purchase a new or used instrument?
There are many sites online where one can purchase a new or used instrument. My favorite site to start window shopping for new instruments is Woodwinds and Brasswinds located in Indiana.www.wwandbw.comMy favorite site for string instruments: Shar Music www.sharmusic.com and
Southwest Strings www.swstrings.com
Purchasing a musical instrument is similar to purchasing a car.
Just as there are advantages in leasing an automobile,
there are advantages in renting-to-own a music instrument.
Purchasing a musical instrument is a better investment only if you are sure your child will continue
to study the same instrument and if you purchase a quality instrument.