Rental FAQ's
Why should I rent from Wyatt Violins?
We encourage you to review your options thoroughly and "ask around". We believe that "word of mouth" is the best form of advertising. We hope you will find that our local presence, reputation for fine instruments, expertise, our commitment to music education programs, and passion for what we do speaks for us.
How Do I Rent?
We are your local violin shop for rentals, repairs, accessories, and sales of all levels of instruments. Visit our ONLINE RENTAL APPLICATION PAGE to learn more. Click the button from there to reach our secure online form, after reading the instructions.
How Do I Get the Instrument?
We service the Kansas City Area with options for: Curbside Pick-Up and Drop-Off, or in-shop appointments (where applicable). We work closely with area schools and scheduled pick-up and delivery can be arranged through the teachers. We also offer home delivery for additional fees. (Please contact us for details)
What is Required to Rent an Instrument?
We require a major credit card and either a Driver’s License or Social Security number.
Your monthly payment is automatically charged to the credit card you provide. The due date is either the 1st or the 15th, whichever is closest when you complete the rental.
Is this a “RENT-TO-OWN” Program?
We refer to our plan as a Rental With Option To Own. New renters often start out in smaller fractional size instruments, or are uncertain whether to elect to own the instrument. We allow you to begin renting at a low rental rate and build equity while you decide.
There is no obligation to buy and if you choose not to continue, simply return the instrument and the plan is cancelled.
When you move up to the full size instrument and decide to ow - Just let us know We will credit 50% of the equity you built while renting the smaller instruments toward the purchase of the instrument you elect to buy. A payoff date is set and from that day forward 100% of your continuing rent payment is counted toward owning that instrument.
What are my Options to use my Equity & What is the "Easy Payment Plan"?
The Wyatt Violin Shop offers an easy way to rent while you decide if you want to own your instrument. When you decide to own, we allow your rental equity to count toward the purchase.
If your needs change while you are renting, you can choose to apply your rental equity toward a “Step Up” instrument; or, if you own the rental instrument, you can always trade it in to purchase another instrument. We have the best selection of STEP-UP and FINE instruments in the Midwest. Our Easy Payment Plan for those instruments features ZERO PERCENT INTEREST and generous terms for monthly payments.
Can I Trade In after I own it?
Yes! Our plan gives everyone the opportunity to acquire a fine instrument while protecting their investment from the start. Our inventory is extensive and we have hundreds of instruments to choose from to fit any budget. You get up to 100% trade-in on any instrument purchased from us. *see our policy
What Happens if the Instrument is damaged or needs repair?
Your monthly payment includes a maintenance fee. This fee covers normal wear and tear items such as nicks,scratches, open seams, sticking or slipping pegs, and most other repairs at NO CHARGE to you! You can bring your instrument in anytime for a free cleaning, tuning, or repair. For damage beyond normal wear and tear, the maintenance plan covers up to 60% of the cost.
What if my child needs to upgrade to a bigger size instrument?
Instruments may be exchanged for another size at any time. There is no charge to size up; as long as the payments are current and the instrument has no damage beyond normal wear and tear.
What if my child wants to change to a different TYPE of instrument?
Should your child decide they want to play another type of instrument; your total equity will be pro-rated to accommodate the
new type of rental instrument
May I return the Rental instrument at any time?
YES! After the initial three-month rental period, you may return the instrument at any time with no additional fees.
NAfME Standards?
Our instruments are setup way BEYOND the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) standards, to meet our own rigorous requirements for quality, sound, and play-ability. We work closely with area orchestra directors and your teacher to ensure we not only have your school’s required books and accessories in stock, but that the instruments are setup for optimal sound & play-ability.
Where are you located?
Our Wyatt Violin Shop is located in Independence, just 10 minutes from Lee’s Summit, Liberty, Blue Springs, and Downtown KC.
The Wyatt Violin Shop Luthier's Promise
To provide top quality instruments, the best old world craftsmanship, and the finest accessories and repairs to our customers. We will personally stand behind every instrument, accessory and repair. Dedicated to the support of music educators and musicians from beginning student to the professional, our accomplished craftsmen and experts will help to make your musical experience as rich and rewarding as possible.
Instrument Sizing Guide
Please reference this simple sizing guide prior to renting your instrument.
Knowing what size rental you need ahead of time will save you time and energy!
Although there are many aspects to consider when sizing an instrument, and many opinions, we are doing our best to have a reference of some sort for those of you that find yourself without anyone to help you size. There are many resources on the web with ‘sizing charts’. if your teacher has a suggested video or another chart, go with that!
These guides are pretty accurate for most people and we can always switch sizes if you find it isn’t exactly the right fit.
Violins and Violas (Shoulder Instruments)
With a yard-stick or a measuring tape, measure the length from the base of the neck to the heel of the palm (just above the wrist) with arm straightened and palm facing up. If your measurement falls between sizes, choose the smaller size.
Cello (or Violoncello)
With left hand open, bring down ring and middle finger to where they are touching your palm. Cross thumb over the ring and middle finger. Think "hook-em-horns" hand shape. With a ruler, measure the comfortable stretching distance between the index finger and the pinky. Other reference criteria are listed here, however, the finger span should be figured more heavily against the other criteria. To measure arm length, measure from the shoulder bone (usually the shirt seam of a fitted shirt) to the tip of the longest finger of a fully extended arm. If your measurement falls between sizes, choose the smaller size.
