TCGAKKI・Advanced Guitars・Okubo Gakki
Instrument Buyback
Will they really give me a proper appraisal?
Instruments carry the history of those who have passed them down, so one naturally thinks, "I want to pass it on to someone who will truly treasure it."
We've been buying items for over 30 years in Tokyo/Shinjuku.
Bureaucratic hassles, lowball offers, incompetent agents, unexplained fees... Doesn't that scare you?
For instance, going to a convenience store in the rain just to get a copy of your ID is such a hassle, right? Even if they drastically lower the buyback price using scratches or defects as an excuse, you can't argue back because you lack the knowledge to do so. Plus, if you ask for it back, they'll charge you a fee—it's ridiculous.
It's only natural to feel anxious, especially when placing your first order.
・TCGAKKIIn groups, simply scan the QR code and enter the information on your smartphone to complete the procedure.
・Moreover, as evidenced by the fact that the materials and articles we have accumulated over our 35-year history continue to serve as reference materials for many musical instrument stores and secondhand shops, our product knowledge is both extensive and deep, leading other stores to request our services for appraisals.
・Of course, we do not charge any appraisal fees, shipping costs, or travel expenses.
・Our dedicated professional repair team "TC-TUNE," which also handles instruments for professional players, offers not only repair and adjustment skills but also keen observation and thoughtful proposals. This results in revived sound and performance that ultimately increases the instrument's value, enabling us to offer high buyback prices.
・We purchase used and vintage instruments, especially from top brands, at prices far exceeding your expectations.
If you feel it doesn't matter much where you get it done, or if bringing or shipping your instrument is a hassle, or if you don't think it's a particularly valuable instrument, you might be better off using an online service.
We operate with a small, highly skilled team that shares knowledge and expertise, so we cannot handle requests from all over the country at once.
Therefore, we prioritize responding to those who have contacted us, and we proceed with transactions while sharing each individual's feelings and history with their instrument.
Our role is not to dispose of instruments, but to connect the child's history.
If you feel comfortable entrusting this to us, please contact us.
Instruments Accepted for Purchase
TCGAKKI・Okubo Gakki・List of Items Accepted for Trade-In at Advance Guitars
Customer Feedback
Testimonials from actual customers who have used our service
Kanagawa Prefecture, Mr./Ms. N
I was hesitant to part with my guitar since it had always been so precious to me, but thanks to the thorough condition assessment during the purchase process, I felt confident I could trust them and was able to let it go with peace of mind!
Items Accepted: Electric Guitars
Purchase Price:¥350,000
Saitama Prefecture, Mr./Ms. I
When making the purchase, I traded in several items at once. We communicated several times via email and other means throughout the process, and they responded promptly each time with courteous service.
Items Accepted: Acoustic Guitars
Purchase Price:¥60,000
Tokyo, Mr./Ms. N
I used it as my main instrument for over 20 years. Having shared so many gigs together, I grew exceptionally attached to it. But after acquiring a new partner a few years ago, I rarely played it anymore, and that bothered me. Due to the nature of my work, I often performed outdoors, so it had accumulated scratches and the finish was peeling. However, I heard it would be thoroughly serviced before being passed on to its next player, so I could send it off with peace of mind.
Items Accepted: French Horn
Purchase Price:¥190,000
Kanagawa Prefecture, Mr./Ms. M
"It was my father's keepsake. A person in the music industry who's been helping me said, 'There are all kinds of buy-back shops, but this one...'"Okubo Gakki"I think they'll recognize its true value," the staff member said as they introduced me. They opened the case, flipped through the pages, and immediately asked, "Excuse me, but are you a player?" That confirmed their expertise. When I mentioned my father had been a professional musician for many years, I learned he had visited the shop several times himself during his lifetime. I'm so glad I asked them.
Items Accepted for Purchase: Tenor Saxophone
Purchase Price:1,300,000 yen
Passing on that special bottle to its next owner
We'll carefully connect your guitar's story.
We promise transactions that will make you think, "I'm glad I sold here."
Instrument Purchase Examples
TCGAKKI・Advanced Guitars・Okubo GakkiExamples of Purchases We Have Made
December 11, 2024
Brands We Buy
Fender Japan ST54-130LS EXTRAD
Purchase Price
¥250,000
Staff Comment
This EXTRAD guitar came complete with the original bonus stickers and telephone cards included at the time, clearly showing it was cherished for many years. We are truly grateful you entrusted us with such a valuable instrument. With deep appreciation, we will purchase it at this price.
December 11, 2024
Brands We Buy
YAMAHA SG2000 Deep Purple
Purchase Price
300,000 yen
Staff Comment
It was a rare limited-edition color SG2000 that you don't often get to see, so I was thrilled from the moment you brought it in for appraisal. To express my gratitude for bringing it to us, I offered the best price I could.
October 29, 2024
Brands We Buy
Martin D-45, 1996
Purchase Price
¥825,000
Staff Comment
We are particularly eager to purchase Martin D-45 guitars. Given the limited inventory at the time, we offered the highest possible price.NewD-45 models, including the D-45, continue to see rising prices, so we offer high-value purchases even with the current extensive lineup.
June 17, 2023
Brands We Buy
YAMAHA FG-180 Light Green Label, 1967
Purchase Price
100,000 yen
Staff Comment
This is the FG-180 from its early days.
This model is widely known by its synonym "Red Label," but the early Light Green Label is also highly regarded. The appearance and playing condition are excellent, and we have offered it at the maximum price.
September 5, 2024
Brands We Buy
Vincent Bach 1989 Model 180ML37 SP B♭Trumpet
Purchase Price
¥165,000
Staff Comment
The client purchased it over 30 years ago with their first bonus. They were immediately transferred after that and stopped playing. After marriage, it was left at their parents' house.Now approaching retirement, he pulled out the trumpet hoping to start playing again, but found it unexpectedly difficult. He inquired about other instruments he might be able to play. We directed him to the floor handling acoustic guitars (Advance Guitars), which he listed as a potential instrument he'd like to try. He took home a guitar with a 10% trade-in bonus, requiring no additional payment.
May 4, 2025
Brands We Buy
Selmer Paris 1990 SERIE II Alto Saxophone
Purchase Price
¥250,000
Staff Comment
At the time of the client's requestNewYou mentioned you only used it for a few years after purchasing it! However, it actually showed age-appropriate scratches, paint peeling, and deterioration of the pads due to years of use. It seemed you may have confused it with another instrument you own, but I didn't dwell on that point. Instead, I carefully examined the instrument's condition and provided the best possible appraisal. The offer I made seemed to have better terms than other shops, and you were satisfied with it.
December 1, 2024
Brands We Buy
BOSS BD-2 Blues Driver (First-Year Specification)
Purchase Price
¥24,000
Staff Comment
In recent years, the first-year specification BD-2 has gained significant popularity due to its completely distinct sound compared to current models. Therefore, our store has made every effort to offer it at the best possible price.
November 10, 2023
Brands We Buy
LANDGRAFF DYNAMIC OVERDRIVE (3-digit serial period)
Purchase Price
¥120,000
Staff Comment
This model remains highly regarded even after the passing of John Landgraf. Especially those with three-digit serial numbers are extremely rare, and our customers were very satisfied with them.
List of Representative Instrument Purchase Prices
Latest Trade-In Prices for Popular Manufacturers and Models
Fender
Custom Shop 1955 Stratocaster NOS
Purchase Price
¥240,000
Gibson
Custom Shop Historic Collection 1959 Les Paul Standard
Purchase Price
400,000 yen
Paul Reed Smith
Custom 24
Purchase Price
¥220,000
Gibson
1964 B-25
Purchase Price
400,000 yen
Martin
OM-42
Purchase Price
¥420,000
YAMAHA
1978 L-10
Purchase Price
¥240,000
Bach
Model 37 180ML
Purchase Price
¥180,000
Selmer Paris
Alto Saxophone SERIE II
Purchase Price
300,000 yen
Why Our Store is Chosen
With over 35 years of experience and expertise, we take responsibility for caring for your precious instruments.
I will take over responsibly.
We offer consultations tailored to your needs, meticulously maintain cherished instruments to their optimal condition, and ensure a seamless transition to their next owner.
Professional staff will carefully appraise
We discern the hidden value within instruments based on over 35 years of experience, not just model, year, and condition.
Maintaining peak performance by the repair team
TC-TUNE,Okubo GakkiOur dedicated repair team inspects and adjusts each instrument, ensuring it is fully serviced so the next owner can begin playing it in peak condition.
High-value buyback you can trust
In-store, online, and nationwide service. Appraisals, shipping, and travel fees are all free. Chosen by those who say, "I want to sell to a store that understands value."
Sell to a store you can trust, where you can see their faces.
Appraisal Boost Perks
With over 35 years of experience and expertise, we take responsibility for caring for your precious instruments.
Purchased from other reputable stores
＋10%
Instruments purchased from other reputable stores receive a 10% higher appraisal value.
buyback
＋10%
We offer a 10% premium when repurchasing instruments previously sold to our store.
trade-in
＋10%
Trade-in value increased by 10% when purchasing a new instrument
[Participating Stores] Ishibashi Music, Ikebe Music, Guitar Planet, Kurosawa Music, Shimokura Music, Hyper Guitars, Shimamura Music, Miki Music, MUSICLAND KEY, Yamano Music, Miyaji Music, Foozees, Guitar Traders, ESP/Big Boss Dolphin Guitars Nancy Guitar Shelter Guitar Ricks Dear Prudence Walking Niko Niko Guitars Wood Village Watanabe Gakki UNISOUND Blue-G Rimshot Hobos Guitar Shop Tantan Trippers' Guitars, Ramzy's, Ottoliya, funkojisan, Blue Guitars, Green Guitars, Nandaya, Astronauts Guitars, Guitar Shop Fumiyaya, Gakki-do Opus, BOW Guitar Shop, TONIQ, Yamaha Authorized Dealers nationwide, etc... Please inquire at the reception desk regarding other musical instrument stores.
※The appraisal increase applies to only one of the conditions (maximum 10%).
Buyback Guarantee
If you change your mind or get tired of it, no worries. We'd love to buy it back from you!
What are the special terms for the 80% trade-in?
If you trade in within one month of purchase, we will buy it back for 80% of the purchase price (excluding tax).。
Terms of Service
・Products with a tax-exclusive selling price of ¥20,000 or more
・In the same condition as when purchased
・The purchased item is equivalent to or better than the trade-in item
※Even if the period passes, it's okay—we'll buy it back anytime. Buyback only is also fine!
※NewDue to the nature of the product, it is not eligible for the 80% buyback program, but trade-ins/purchases are possible. Please feel free to inquire.
※NewDue to the nature of the product, it is not eligible for the 80% buyback program, but trade-ins/purchases are possible. Please feel free to inquire.
How to Sell Your Musical Instruments
We offer three methods to suit your convenience
① In-store purchase (free appraisal)
Store Information
1-11-23 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 167-0073
Business Hours: 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM(Closed on Wednesdays)
In-store Process
- Visit & Reception
- Appraisal
- Price Quotation and Contract
- Cash payment
② On-site Appraisal (Free Visit)
How to Make a Reservation
- Inquiries/Pre-Purchase Price Estimates
- Pickup of requested items
- Appraisal amount at the store
- Bank transfer
③ Mail-in Purchase (Shipping Costs Covered by Us)
Mail-in Purchase Process
- Inquiries/Pre-Purchase Price Estimates
- Packaging and Shipping
- Appraisal and Contact
- Bank transfer
Sending it via Yamato Transport cash on delivery is fine!
Recipient:
1-11-23 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0073 Appraisal Department
※We'll also send you a packing kit free of charge upon request!
Instrument Appraisal Process
We won't keep you waiting—feel free to contact us anytime.
①
Request for Appraisal
Request an appraisal by phone, web, or LINE
(Same day)
②
Specialist appraisal
Detailed appraisal by specialized staff
(15–30 minutes)
③
Price Quotation
Explanation of Appraisal Results and Price Proposal
(Immediate)
④
Purchase completed
Upon your approval, same-day cash/bank transfer
(Same day)
Please check here for the identification documents accepted for in-store purchases.
・Driver's license
・My Number Card (Copies not accepted; in-store purchases only)
・Passport
・Certified copy of residence record (photocopies not accepted / issued within the last 3 months)
・Resident Basic Registry Card (Type B: includes photo, current address, and date of birth)
・Various licenses / certificates (with photo, current address, and date of birth)
・Company employee ID card (with photo, current address, and date of birth)
・Student ID card (with photo, current address, and date of birth)
・Pension Handbook
・Disability Certificate (showing current address and date of birth)
・Alien Registration Card
・Parental Consent Form ※For those under 18 or high school students
※Documents bearing your full legal name, current address, and date of birth may be used as identification documents.
※Please note that expired items cannot be used.
※Please note that as of December 2, 2025, various health insurance cards (National Health Insurance, Social Insurance, Mutual Aid Associations, etc.) can no longer be used as identification documents.
Frequently Asked Questions About Instrument Appraisals
Frequently Asked Questions from Our Customers
Q. Is the appraisal free?
A. Yes, the appraisal is completely free. You may also cancel after the appraisal.
Q. Do you buy old instruments?
A. We purchase guitars in good condition regardless of their model year.
Q. Can you still buy it even if it doesn't come with accessories?
A. We can purchase items without accessories, but this may affect the appraisal value.
Q. What areas do you cover for in-home appraisals?
A. We primarily serve the Kanto region, but as an exception, we will travel from Hokkaido to Okinawa. There is no charge for travel expenses.
Q. What are the maximum and minimum purchase prices?
A. We can provide an approximate estimate.
Q. Can you take it back since it's broken?
A. Please provide details about the instrument, and we can inform you whether pickup is possible.
TCGAKKI・Okubo Gakki・Advanced Guitars
Staff who deeply love musical instruments
Scratches and signs of use are valued as part of the instrument's character!
People with band experience, brass band enthusiasts, big band fans, and other music lovers gather,
We who have played various instruments over the years
Regardless of age or condition, we treat every instrument with care and affection.
"It's awkward to take it back to the store where I bought it."
WeI don't mind at all; in fact, I want to keep track of the maintenance history.It's very helpful because it's easy to resell.
The reasons for buying vary from person to person.
Please feel free to make requests according to your individual circumstances and convenience.
First-time customers
Rest assured, the process is surprisingly simple.😆Our staff, with over 35 years of experience in musical instruments, will provide detailed explanations via chat.
Estate Clearance & End-of-Life Planning (Free Appraisal & Travel Fees)
Sorting through the belongings of a cherished departed loved one. Or items you're considering disposing of as part of end-of-life preparations. Our vintage and used instrument specialists will appraise and purchase items, starting from just one piece, and pass them on to someone who will treasure and use them.
Business Owner Customers
We assist with inventory clearance due to store closures, business discontinuation, relocation, downsizing, or product line changes. Used goods...NewWe buy anything for cash, no questions asked.
Please use this form.
Regardless of age, missing parts, or size, we will handle your items with care according to your needs. We strictly adhere to confidentiality agreements. Feel free to contact us.
Second Opinion
Solid knowledge and understanding of vintage instruments
Having dealt with numerous used instruments, I've encountered everything from prized instruments and ultra-rare pieces to truly unique ones. As a result, many customers visit us specifically because other shops couldn't identify their instruments.
We take great joy in passing on the charm of vintage instruments, instruments with character, and instruments that have been cherished and played to their next owners. Our entire company is united in sharing the appeal of used instruments with the world!