A mandolin is a musical instrument that can be either plucked or strummed to create music. It is a small instrument like a violin and can either have a bowl or flat back.  Because it has a neck that can get broken during shipping, it must be properly packed to ensure that it arrives damage-free….

Double bass is a large bowed string instrument.  Because of its size and fragility, especially if antique, this musical instrument causes a lot of headaches when it comes to shipping.  However, when properly packed, it can be shipped successfully and without any damage. Here’s how to pack and ship a double bass. An item as…

Just like the music it creates, the beautiful harp is particularly delicate. When shipping a harp, or any other musical instrument for that matter, great care must be employed to ensure that it arrives in one piece and in good working condition. It is not an easy task to send out a massive musical instrument….

Saxophones are popular musical instruments that are commonly associated with popular music, big band music, blues, early rock and roll, ska and particularly jazz. They are fragile instruments that must be given extra precaution when shipping since they have many parts that could be damaged if not properly packed and protected. However, when properly wrapped,…

Just like other musical instruments, the accordion is very fragile and requires extra precautions when being packed for shipping.  Nonetheless, it can be shipped without any hassle if proper packaging is done. Here’s how to properly pack and ship an accordion to ensure that it arrives without any damage. Clean and inspect the accordion and take…

Trumpets are expensive instruments that should be packed properly before shipping to ensure that it arrives in one piece and makes beautiful music. Below are some easy to follow tips on hoe to properly pack and ship a trumpet. Clean the trumpet and wrap in a thin and soft cloth. Place it inside of its…

Success in shipping flutes relies on how well the instrument was packed.  This article provides tips on how to properly pack and ship a flute to ensure that it arrives in excellent condition. There are three options you can take in packing a flute for shipping. One is to use custom shipping boxes that are…

This article aims to provide a step-by-step guide on how to pack and ship a violin.  After properly packing the violin, choose the fastest method of shipping available to ensure that the instrument arrives fast and undamaged. Prepare a 24″ by 36″ sheet of small bubble wrap and a large sheet of tissue paper. It…

Aside from having a variety of sound features, digital pianos are also more portable than acoustic pianos making it a popular choice among music lovers. Despite being light weight, however, shipping a portable piano still requires careful packaging and planning. Here are simple tips on how to successfully ship a digital piano. Start packing your…

Packing and shipping a bulky musical instrument such as a drum set may  seem like a daunting task, but it can be done easily with the right know-how. The key to successful shipping is proper packaging.  The following guideline can help you pack and ship a drum set and ensure that it arrives in good…

The guitar is a fragile instrument and should be handled with care especially when it is being shipped from one place to another.  When packing a guitar for shipping, extra care should be observed to ensure that it is properly secured to minimize any chances of it being damaged. The key to shipping a guitar…

Whether you are moving out and taking your piano with you or sending it over to a buyer across the country, shipping a piano is easy as long as you prepare ahead of time. Being prepared can save you a lot of money and trouble when moving a massive, fragile and expensive item such as…