Many parents with a young, excited musician often struggle with one thing: does purchasing or renting a violin make more sense, at least initially?
Many parents opt for renting a violin, with the logic being that their son or daughter may eventually lose interest in the instrument. Others are concerned that their child will grow out of the instrument, and that constantly upgrading to larger sizes will get expensive over time. Although purchasing a violin comes with a variety of benefits, renting a violin tends to be the better option for those who are new to the instrument. If you’re confused about whether you should considering buying your renting a violin for your child, this guide will help you make the best decision for that special violinist in your life.
Pros of renting an instrument
Renting is an affordable and flexible way to start, with payment plans that allow you to pay by month.
You can change sizes any time as your son or daughter grows.
Most rental violins are insured for accidental damage.
All rental violins are set-up and serviced in excellent playing condition.
While renting looks like the cheapest option, in the long term, it can actually be less expensive to buy an instrument, especially if the instrument is cared for properly. The first option would be buying a good quality used instrument. This can be quite a process, as used violins come and go fairly quickly and finding a violin that matches your needs can take a lot of time and patience. Please contact me before purchasing any instruments, I offer a free video call to find the best violin for you.
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