"Let's be honest, consignment is just the amount you'll actually get, right?"
I completely agree.
Since it’s an instrument I’ve cherished for so many years, it’s only natural to want to get the highest possible price when parting with it.
Musical Instruments consignment for Sale
I wonder if they really want to sell it... It's such a precious instrument.
And when you’re offered a price far lower than you imagined, it’s not only disappointing but can even make you feel embarrassed for having expected more.
We strive to meet our customers’ expectations to the fullest extent possible.
What kind of feelings did you have while owning it? What aspects did you find appealing and love about it?
We identify the unique value that goes beyond mere specifications—the value that only that specific instrument possesses—and pass it on to the next owner.
I don’t intend to sugarcoat things
Regret is inevitable when parting with a cherished instrument.
Given the recent surge in prices for vintage instruments, we’ve all thought at least once, “I wish I hadn’t sold it back then.”
Strangely enough, while we often hear people say, “I’m glad I bought it!”
I rarely hear anyone say, “I’m glad I let it go!”
However, even after such regrets, I want you to think positively—"I’m sure someone else is cherishing it now, and I hope it’s doing well"—so I’ll do my utmost to ensure the next owner will love it just as much.
"The previous owner really knew their stuff—they had a wonderful instrument."
To ensure the instrument is cherished in this way, we’ll perform a thorough setup so that we, too, can confidently present it to you.
To achieve this, I’d like to start by having an open and honest conversation with you about how we can best ensure the next owner is satisfied.
Even if you’re not ready to part with your instrument just yet, feel free to ask us for a rough estimate—just to see what it might be worth.
Please feel free to contact us.
Before he passed away, my grandfather told my father, “If you ever find yourself in a bind, sell this bassoon.” While sorting through my grandfather’s belongings, I remembered that conversation and did a little research, which revealed that it is a valuable instrument.
I contacted various buyers, but many of them gave responses that were far from what I had hoped for, such as, “Since it’s been a while, this is the best we can offer,” or “It’s difficult for us to handle this item.”
However, the first thing this shop said was, “You absolutely must not part with that instrument lightly.”
When I showed them the instrument, I was truly delighted that they not only gave me an appraisal but also listened to my memories of my grandfather. I sincerely believe that the staff here will pass on the bassoon my grandfather loved to its next owner.
— Mr. Kawai, Kanagawa Prefecture —
For details regarding the terms and conditions of consignment, please feel free to click “Contact Us” in the bottom right corner of the screen and send a message stating “consignment For Sale.”
consignment Sales Process
1. Inquiry
Please contact us via the “Inquiry” button at the bottom right of the screen and include the message “consignment for Sale.”
A specialist will reply to you.
2. Pickup
In addition to in-store pickup, you can choose to have your items delivered via our shipping service or have them picked up directly from your home through our home pickup service.
3. Consultation Regarding Sales
After inspecting the item’s condition, we will discuss the selling price and sales method with you.
Once we reach an agreement, we will begin preparing for the sale.
4. Sales Launch
We will display the item in-store and list it for sale on our website and e-commerce platforms (Digimart, J-Guitar, Reverb).
It is also possible to sell the item without displaying it in-store.
5. Payment
Payment will be processed once the product is sold.
As a general rule, payment is made via bank transfer.
*There are conditions for products that can be handled via consignment.
Example
“X”
We’ll make sure your posts introducing musical instruments reach as many people as possible.
Everyone loves seeing reactions like, “Wow, what a cool guitar!!”
Also, sometimes famous musicians visit the store, and videos of them trying out instruments are uploaded, which can be viewed by many people.
▶︎Gibson L-7 played by Tomo Fujita
▶︎TMG Guitar Dover played by nacoco
▶︎Gibson 1944 J-45 Banner played by Shunsuke Nakamura
“YouTube”
We introduce special instruments on our YouTube channel, which has over 30,000 subscribers.
Our expert staff will do their best to convey the appeal of these instruments.
We’ve received tons of comments like “Looks are a 100!” and “The sound is amazing!!”
▶︎ An insanely awesome vintage Les Paul Deluxe has arrived!
▶︎We sent a question to a former Gibson technician and uncovered some surprising history
“Digimart/J Guitar”
You can expect the instrument you requested to rank high on the charts.
We’ll let you know when that happens!
“Other”
There’s a very good chance that a celebrity might purchase your instrument.
You might even see your guitar make its TV debut! We sometimes feature instruments in TV shoots, web columns, books, and more. Let’s write a page of history together.
*consignment We will contact you in advance if we plan to feature your instrument while it is for sale.
・TV Programs
▶︎Web Columns ( TCGAKKI Magazine )
▶︎ Books ( The World’s First SJ Reference Collection )
Additionally, depending on your preference, we often choose not to display items in-store and instead introduce them exclusively to our close customers.
Whether you prefer “not to make it public” or “to introduce it only to those who truly appreciate its value,” we will propose a sales method tailored to your requests.
For those unsure where to sell their instruments or whether they’ll get a fair price
① We offer a 10% increase in the appraisal value for instruments purchased from “other reputable stores”
② “Buyback” items also receive a 10% increase in appraisal value!
Please let us buy back any instruments you purchased from us
③ Trade-ins also receive a 10% increase in appraisal value!
If you sell your instrument when making a purchase, we’ll buy it back on even better terms
Click here for details ▶︎
Written by: Matsui (TCGAKKI Store Manager)
After serving as store manager at Kyoritsu Gakki Shinjuku, he joined TCGAKKI. As store manager, he has overseen a wide range of genres, including the vintage guitar floor, electric Bass, amplifiers, and parts. He is one of the industry’s leading experts in electric guitar sales, deeply trusted by renowned musicians. His favorite musician is B’z. His hobbies include horse racing and golf.
Qualifications and Achievements: 20 years as a musical instrument appraiser; contributor and supervisor for publications such as Guitar Magazine
▶︎Click here for his articles
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