Instrument Upgrade Information
Purchasing a new instrument is one of the best ways to invest in your music education. However, with so many brands, models, and price ranges available, purchasing the right one can be difficult. This page will help you get the best quality and for the best price.
Why upgrade to a new instrument?
Performance Grade Instruments are made from better quality materials using more hand-craftsmanship.
This results in improved sound and tonal quality, better feel and response, and overall enhanced playability.
These structural improvements lead to increased confidence, motivation, and enthusiasm as well as a better sound!
Steps to Purchasing an Instrument
Talk to your Director: This is the most important step. The Instrumental Music Directors are experts in this area and can help steer you in the right direction. They can give you price ranges, companies, and countless other suggestions to help you get the best quality and save a lot of money.
Do your research: There are hundreds of different brands and countless models of instruments out there. Sticking to reputable brands will save you a lot of headaches down the road and will make finding the right instrument significantly easier. This includes online shopping and going to actual music stores.
Look over prices and save money: You can find any instrument at basically any price. The simple rule is you will get what you pay for. You can easily find cheap instruments for a couple of hundred dollars, but they are not reliable and often have serious difficulty producing a quality sound consistently. Directors and local music stores can help you find the best deals. Remember, this is an incredible investment in your music education!
Try before you buy: It goes without saying, but different instruments are made differently. That means the way they play, respond, and feel to the musician will all be different. Before spending serious money on anything, go to your local music store and try out their different options. Simply bring your own mouthpiece and you can try out any instrument you want. Here is a list of stores where you can try out instruments and links to their website:
Found the one you want? Shop around for the best price: Once you know the brand and model you want, you can often find retailers and stores that will offer significant discounts. The Instrumental Music Directors can help guide you in this as well.
Make beautiful music: Once you have found the right instrument at the right price, it time to start making that beautiful music! Congratulations on making such a significant investment in your music education!
