Can I send a guitar to Australia?
In my experience shipping internationally, FedEx is universally the best choice. Also, I have a friend who is a vintage dealer in Perth who says FedEx is by far the superior choice for shipping guitars into Australia. They are the most attentive there and broker customs the best.
How much does it cost to send a guitar to Australia?
We’ve shipped dozens and dozens of guitars to Australia using every carrier available, and it has never cost us less than $300 from California, regardless of value. The average cost is more like $350.
How much does it cost to ship an acoustic guitar?
The cost to ship a guitar depends mainly on its shipping weight and destination. If your guitar’s packed in a hardshell case, expect to spend $100 to $150 on shipping within the U.S. If it’s in a gig bag, the cost will likely be about $85 to $90.
How much does it cost to ship a guitar internationally?
Distance. The distance you intend to move your guitar has a huge effect on how much it costs to ship. If you’re shipping within the same state, it can cost as little as $40. However, if you’re shipping across the country or internationally, you’ll be looking at $150 or more.
How do you courier a guitar?
Cardboard and bubble wrap are the best materials for this. Completely wrap your guitar case in bubble wrap and then either pop it into a large sturdy cardboard box, or, if you don’t have a box large enough, you can wrap and secure cardboard around the case. Just ensure your guitar case is fully covered in cardboard.
How do you send a guitar to a courier?
Wrap the guitar in bubble wrap and then place it into the hard case, this will prevent it from chaffing on the side walls of the case. Put a further layer of bubble wrap or foam under the neck to support it during transit. Fill any voids or gaps in the case with foam packaging peanuts, or bubble wrap.
Can a guitar be sent to the UK?
As you can imagine, Guitars are often people’s pride and joy however they are fragile so when being sent to the UK or further it is imperative they should be packaged correctly. We’ve put together some packaging tips to help, but in terms of the best courier to ship a guitar, that depends on the size of the guitar and where you’re sending it.
Where can I get a guitar to ship?
You can find boxes for shipping guitars here on Amazon. These boxes should fit even if you are using a hard shell case. Once you put your guitar in the box, make sure you fill up any empty space to eliminate movement.
Where is the best place to send a guitar?
We’ve put together some packaging tips to help, but in terms of the best courier to ship a guitar, that depends on the size of the guitar and where you’re sending it. Domestically you can send via Parcelforce and they can collect from your home address or if more convenient you can drop into a depot or Post Office.
Is it safe to ship guitar with AP?
But i do suggest that you dont ship with AP. There really isnt a lot of parcel care. If you could see what goes on in the centres you’d be shocked. If your guitar gets broken or stolen you will be fobbed off for months and lied to.