Instrument Guides & Tips
Expert advice on choosing, sizing, caring for, and renting musical instruments in New Zealand.
Featured guides
NCEA Music: What Instrument Does Your Child Need?
A practical guide for NZ parents navigating NCEA Music — which instruments work for performance standards, whether your child needs their own, and how to set them up for success from Year 11 through to Level 3.
The Complete Guide to Hiring a Musical Instrument in New Zealand
Everything you need to know about renting a musical instrument in New Zealand — how it works, what to look for, and how to find the right plan for your family.
What Size Violin Does My Child Need? A New Zealand Parent's Sizing Guide
A practical guide to measuring your child for the right violin size, with a complete size chart from 1/16 to full size and tips on when to size up.
Latest guides
How Much Is My Used Instrument Worth? A New Zealand Seller's Guide
Thinking of selling a used musical instrument in New Zealand? Here's how instruments are valued, a rough price guide by type, and how to get a fast, fair offer — plus what happens to the instrument once it finds a new player.
NCEA Music: What Instrument Does Your Child Need?
A practical guide for NZ parents navigating NCEA Music — which instruments work for performance standards, whether your child needs their own, and how to set them up for success from Year 11 through to Level 3.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent Drums in NZ?
Drum kit rental in New Zealand typically costs $35-80 per month. Here's what you need to know about pricing, what's included, and whether renting or buying drums makes sense for your child.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Piano or Keyboard in NZ?
Piano and keyboard rental in New Zealand typically costs $35-90 per month. Here's what affects the price and how to decide between renting a digital piano, keyboard, or acoustic piano.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Guitar in NZ?
Guitar rental in New Zealand typically costs $25-60 per month. Here's what affects the price, what's included, and how to decide between renting and buying for your child.
How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Trumpet in NZ?
Trumpet rental in New Zealand typically costs $25-65 per month. Here's what you need to know about pricing, what's included, and whether renting or buying makes more sense for your child.
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