Why purchase an instrument from Carriage House Violins?
Our goal at Carriage House Violins is simply to put the best stringed instruments possible into the hands of the most discriminating players. We maintain a superb collection of instruments to accommodate busy professionals, dedicated students, and everyone in-between.
What’s more, with our 100% trade-in guarantee (view details to the right), you can feel equally confident in an investment that will retain its value for as long as you make music.
Even when you take possession of your instrument, we'll always think of it as one of our own and when it’s time to exchange it for something even finer, we hope you'll bring it back to us!
When you are ready to begin your search:
When you call or visit Carriage House Violins, you will receive thoughtful, individual attention. Our sales consultants will confer with you until we fully understand both your musical objectives and the instrument attributes you desire.
Because of our worldwide network of trusted contacts, we can consistently offer our customers an exciting variety of instruments in excellent condition, some from important and exclusive collections. And because we continually monitor instrument sales and auctions, you are assured our instruments are reasonably and fairly priced.
Instrument selection is a process, so it may take a little time. We offer only those instruments that meet our own highest standards. You will have ample time to try out the instruments you are considering, and we will listen closely to your reaction to them to provide feedback and guidance.
We want you to be confident in your selection - after all, it is the beginning of what we hope will be a lifelong relationship with Carriage House Violins!
Would you like to contact us
for assistance in selecting an instrument or bow?
for assistance in selecting an instrument or bow?
Or contact us via email at info@carriagehouseviolins.com
Or you may simply fill out the Information Request Form on our Contact page.
We will respond promptly to all inquiries.
Our 100% trade-in guarantee
Carriage House Violins guarantees to accept any violin, viola or cello, which it has previously sold, as a trade-in toward a future purchase. 100% of the instrument's original sales price will be credited toward the new purchase, subject to the following conditions:
The instrument remains in the same condition as when originally sold by Carriage House Violins. Normal wear and tear such as wear to bow hair, strings, fingerboard, bridge, pegs, minor scratches and open seams are acceptable. Moderate to major damage, such as cracks, broken edges or corners, etc., may either void the trade guarantee or result in a reduction of the value at the sole judgment of Carriage House Violins.
A service fee will be assessed as follows:
- Violins, Violas - $125
- Cellos - $250
Bows (The cost of any necessary repairs will be deducted
):
- Rehair - $65
- New tip - $110 - $170
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New wrap - $40 - $85
*Carbon fiber bows are not accepted for trade-in.
Cases: Violin, viola and hard-shell cello cases purchased new will be accepted at 50% of original price if in good condition. A lower trade-in value will be given for cases showing excessive wear and tear.
*Soft cello cases/bags are not accepted for trade-in.
This guarantee is fully transferable, provided it is accompanied by the original sales invoice.
The new purchase must be an amount greater than the previous purchase.
There is a limit of one trade-in outfit (instrument, bow and case) per subsequent instrument purchase.
*Please be advised that MA sales tax is applicable on the full purchase price of any new instrument/outfit acquired within MA, not including any trade-in credit applied.
The instrument remains in the same condition as when originally sold by Carriage House Violins. Normal wear and tear such as wear to bow hair, strings, fingerboard, bridge, pegs, minor scratches and open seams are acceptable. Moderate to major damage, such as cracks, broken edges or corners, etc., may either void the trade guarantee or result in a reduction of the value at the sole judgment of Carriage House Violins.
A service fee will be assessed as follows:
- Violins, Violas - $125
- Cellos - $250
Bows (The cost of any necessary repairs will be deducted ):
- Rehair - $65
- New tip - $110 - $170
- New wrap - $40 - $85
*Carbon fiber bows are not accepted for trade-in.
Cases: Violin, viola and hard-shell cello cases purchased new will be accepted at 50% of original price if in good condition. A lower trade-in value will be given for cases showing excessive wear and tear.
*Soft cello cases/bags are not accepted for trade-in.
This guarantee is fully transferable, provided it is accompanied by the original sales invoice.
The new purchase must be an amount greater than the previous purchase.
There is a limit of one trade-in outfit (instrument, bow and case) per subsequent instrument purchase.
*Please be advised that MA sales tax is applicable on the full purchase price of any new instrument/outfit acquired within MA, not including any trade-in credit applied.
