Shipping & Delivery
At Second Riff, we connect buyers and sellers of quality pre-loved guitars across Australia. We offer several options for getting your new axe, or getting your old one to its new owner, including local pickup, agreed-upon shipping, and our consignment service. Read on for details!
Buying a Guitar
When you buy a guitar through Second Riff, we’ll work with you and the seller to arrange the best delivery option. This might include:
- Local Pickup (Free): If you’re in the Brisbane area (or the seller’s location), you can often arrange to pick up the guitar directly. This is usually the fastest and cheapest option.
- Meetup (if possible): The buyer and the seller can meet.
- Seller-Arranged Shipping: Many sellers are happy to pack and ship guitars. You’ll agree on the shipping method and cost before you finalise the purchase. We recommend using a tracked and insured service.
- Buyer-Arranged Shipping: You can arrange your own shipping through a courier of your choice. This gives you full control over the process.
- Second Riff Arranged Shipping: We can help to find the best shipping.
Important: Shipping costs and arrangements are typically agreed upon between the buyer and seller before the sale is finalised. Always use a secure payment method, and be sure to discuss insurance and tracking.
Selling a Guitar
Selling your guitar directly to us.
- Contact Us: Send a message with your guitar’s details, including brand, model, condition, and photos.
- Valuation: Based on your description, we’ll offer a fair price, subject to inspection.
- Collection/Drop-Off: We arrange pickup or you can drop it off at our Brisbane location.
- Inspection & Payment: Once inspected and confirmed, we’ll pay you instantly via your preferred method.
Selling Your Guitar on Consignment
Want to get the best possible price for your guitar without the hassle of selling it yourself? Our consignment service might be the perfect option for you!
How it Works:
- Contact Us: Get in touch via WhatsApp or our contact form with details and photos of your guitar.
- Agreement: We’ll discuss your asking price, our commission (a percentage of the final sale price), and the terms of the consignment agreement.
- Listing: We’ll professionally photograph and list your guitar on the Second Riff website and potentially other platforms (e.g., social media, online marketplaces). We’ll handle all enquiries from potential buyers.
- Sale & Payment: Once your guitar sells, we’ll handle the transaction securely and pay you the agreed-upon amount (minus our commission) promptly.
Benefits of Consignment:
- Potentially Higher Sale Price: You set the asking price (with our guidance), which can often be higher than a direct sale price.
- No Hassle: We handle all the marketing, communication, and payment processing.
- Wider Reach: Your guitar will be seen by a larger audience of potential buyers.
- Expertise: We know how to present and sell guitars effectively.
Consignment Fees
- Our fee is simple: 25% of the final selling price. No hidden costs.
Contact uS
If you have any questions about shipping, delivery, or consignment, please don’t hesitate to contact us:
- WhatsApp: +61 481 688 275
- Mail: hello@secondriff.com.au