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Welcome to our string instrument rental program.
Princeton Violins rents high quality instruments to students who are studying with private teachers with whom we have a collaborative relationship. If your private teacher is not known to us, please provide us with their contact information so we can work with them to provide you with the best possible rental experience and meet their standards, as well as yours.
We ask that you call us to ensure instrument availability to start your rental and to schedule your appointment. Please be prepared to share with us the following information:
Monthly billing for your rental will be arranged at the time of pick up. Deposit and first month charges will be paid in person by credit card and the recurring monthly fee is billed to a credit card we keep on file. To start your rental we will need:
Please call us to make any changes to your account.
Instrument Rental Services
At Princeton Violins, we are committed to providing the best value and service in string instrument rentals for all ages and levels of players. We rent to students who are studying with private teachers with whom we have a collaborative relationship.
“Prodigy” Outfit is available for violin, viola, and cello. The handsome, flamed maple back of Prodigy instruments is an indicator of better quality workmanship, which is reflected in the overall sound. Professional setup further ensures well-fitting parts, elevates the instrument’s potential, and makes Prodigy level instruments suitable for beginning and advancing players alike.
“Junior” & “Student” Outfits for cello are an economical alternative for beginning and intermediate players since typical cost would be at least two to three times of a violin made with comparable wood and detail of craftsmanship. Our Junior & Student cellos still sport excellent sound (due to the larger resonating body vs. the much smaller violin) and playability (due to setup). Although plainer in appearance, they receive the same level of luthier setup and attention as more advanced instruments.
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Monthly Rental |
Insurance |
Deposit |
Purchase Price |
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Violin |
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Student |
$30 |
$5 |
$100 |
$600-$1,400 |
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Prodigy |
$40 |
$5 |
$100 |
$1,000-$2,000 |
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Snow |
$50 |
$5 |
$100 |
$760-$1,730 |
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Viola |
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Student |
$35 |
$6 |
$100 |
$800-$1,600 |
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Prodigy |
$45 |
$6 |
$100 |
$1,000-$2,200 |
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Snow |
$60 |
$6 |
$100 |
$1,510-$2,310 |
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Cello |
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Junior |
$50 |
$10 |
$200 |
$2,000-$3,000 |
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Student |
$60 |
$10 |
$200 |
$3,000-$4,000 |
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Prodigy |
$80 |
$10 |
$200 |
$4,000-$5,000 |
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Snow |
$120 |
$10 |
$200 |
$3,170-$5,170 |
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Artist Loan |
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Fine and rare instruments from distinguished European makers are available. Please inquire about these antique instruments.
All outfits include: instrument, bow, case, rosin. The cello case for cellos is a soft carrying bag (hard cases are an additional $10/month).
Deposit and first month Your first payment consists of the initial deposit and prorated rental charge for the first partial month. The deposit is fully refundable at the end of the rental term provided suitable condition is maintained and all payments are current. You may also apply the deposit towards purchase.
Rental Term Monthly fees are charged to credit/debit cards on the 1st of every month. There are no charges or interruptions for size changes. You may cancel and return the outfit at any time - effective the next billing cycle. Accounts prepaid for 12 months receive a 5% discount.
Insurance In case of unpreventable damage or destruction (excludes replacement of strings and bow hair), you will be responsible for only the $30+tax deductible (per incident) instead of typical repair or replacement costs. Loss due to fire, water/liquid, humidity-related cracks or seam openings, or theft is not covered by Princeton Violins’ Insurance Policy.
Purchase Credit The first 6 months of rental payments (excluding insurance and tax) may be applied in full to the purchase of the same level or more advanced instrument. Subsequent payments do not apply towards purchase.
Purchased instruments may be further traded in for size changes and upgrades with 100% credit, minus any damages.
Strings We favor German Pirastro brand strings for their warm sound and durability. As consumable parts, worn or broken strings are the responsibility of the renter. Installation fees are waived with in-shop string purchases.
Bow Rehair For fractional instruments, rehairing isn’t usually necessary. When our standard carbon fiber Artino bows need rehair, we will exchange with you for a new bow for $50+tax, rather than charge for a full rehair. Rehairing cost may be required in case of excessive hair loss or damage.
“My child is a beginner. Does the sound matter? Do we need setup? Do we need service?”
Learning to play violin, viola, or cello can be challenging! A beginning instrument should support a beginner’s efforts, but one that sounds unpleasant, doesn’t stay in tune, or has ill-fitting parts will more likely be a frustrating obstacle. Please consider giving your child the best chance to develop skills, instead of waiting for them to enjoy something they don’t know how to do well yet.
Sound Choice of strings is one of the main ways to enhance the sound of an instrument. Our instruments are set up with high quality strings, rather than the generic steel strings of a general music store.
Setup Professional setup refers to the finer adjustments of certain parts that affect how easily or cleanly notes can be played. Areas of the instrument addressed include:
Many suppliers of “violin-shaped objects” are not able to devote time and expertise to checking these mechanical details, but Princeton Violins believes that students deserve a quality setup to support their continued success and enjoyment of playing.
Service A violin, viola, or cello is not only a mechanical and acoustic device, but also an artist’s tool and a craftsman’s handiwork. By trusting Princeton Violins with your rental needs, you gain a valuable partner and consultant in all matters of string instrument studies, maintenance, and ownership. The professional perspective of a performer, maker, restorer, collector, and educator assures that you can receive personalized advice for your family’s goals and needs.
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