Sell & Trade
Send an email to usedbuyer@oldtownschool.org with photos to get the ball rolling!
Ready to take the next step and buy that instrument you’ve always wanted? We purchase and offer trade-in value for used instruments and gear.
You can also visit our Donate page to learn about giving your well-loved instrument a second act.
What do we buy?
We buy all types of used and vintage instruments and gear in working condition.
Gear we will take in for potential offer:
guitars; amps; banjos; mandolins; ukuleles; bass guitars; effects pedals; fiddles/violins & violas; synthesizers; string instruments from world traditions; and more.
Common items we won’t buy:
accordions; brass & woodwinds; harmonicas; drum kits; pianos & digital pianos; microphones; hand drums; autoharps; books & sheet music; etc.
We can't make an offer if the item is not functional, or in need of significant repair.
How does the process work?
We buy your gear outright. We do not take items on consignment.
To start, email usedbuyer@oldtownschool.org with photos to find out if we’re interested.
You may also bring your gear right to the Music Store at 4544 N Lincoln Ave. The next step will be to leave the item with our used purchasing team, who will help you sign a disclaimer agreement. We reserve the right to refuse any item that doesn’t meet our standards at intake.
We're a small team, and there are always many instruments in the queue for used buying. We are not able to make you an offer or cut a check on the day of drop-off.
We’ll get back to you by email or phone with an offer, typically within 5–10 days. Sometimes, it may take as long as two weeks to evaluate and make you an offer.
How do you value my gear?
Our purchase/trade offers are based on condition, recent sales data from the market, and how well it would sell in our store. We have years of experience with new and vintage instruments and are dedicated to offering fair prices.
Payment
You have the option to take payment by check or trade-in value. Checks are cut once a week. Bring a valid ID with your name on it for pick-up, or we can mail it to you.