Sending musical instruments

Sending musical instruments

For many musicians their job is synonymous with being on the road, being perfectly aware that there is no alternative to their instrument the moment they start playing. But even if you must separate yourself from the latter, it is always essential to ship it safely and without any risk.

And since you don't have to worry about how to take your valuable piece on your travels, trust europacco as your competent shipping partner.

All types of musical instruments differ in size and sound, but they have one thing in common: they are very sensitive and need caution and accuracy during transport. We at europacco.com are aware of these circumstances and can offer you a professional service in addition to other services.

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FAQ – Shipping Musical Instruments

How to ship a digital piano abroad with proper packaging?

To ship a digital piano with europacco.com, sturdy packaging is essential. Remove any legs or stands, wrap each part in bubble wrap, and protect the keyboard with shock-absorbing material. Place everything in a rigid box or on a pallet if needed. The original case can help, but it must be reinforced from the outside. Use fillers to prevent internal movement. Europacco offers home pickup and international tracking.

Is a hard guitar case enough for safe shipping?

A hard case offers basic protection but is not enough on its own. Wrap the case in bubble wrap and place it in an extra sturdy outer box. Using a soft case increases the risk of damage. Loosen the strings before shipping. With proper packaging, even international shipments are safe.

Can I ship a flute in a standard parcel?

A flute can be shipped in a standard parcel, provided it's placed in a hard case and protected well. Wrap the case in shock-absorbing material and place it in a box with padding to prevent movement. Europacco always recommends careful packaging, even for small instruments—international transport requires caution.

What is the best way to ship large musical instruments on pallets?

For large instruments like double basses, digital pianos or drum kits, pallet shipping is often the safest option. Europacco arranges pickup and international pallet delivery. Secure the instruments tightly on the pallet using bubble wrap, corner protectors and stretch film. When possible, use hard cases and separate all parts with protective materials.

How to ship musical accessories together with the instrument?

Accessories such as cables, pedals, bows, or stands can be shipped with the instrument but should be packaged separately within the same box. Europacco recommends wrapping each item individually and placing them so they do not touch or damage the instrument. Small items can be placed inside compartments of the hard case if fixed securely.

What are the packaging tips for a drum set or other stage instruments?

For drum kits or stage equipment like amplifiers or keyboards, disassemble and protect each part individually. Use bubble wrap, corner protection, and strong boxes. For large parts, pallet shipping is recommended, especially abroad. Use original hard cases if available. Fill all gaps to avoid movement.

Can a music store ship multiple instruments in a single pickup?

Yes, with europacco you can book multiple shipments in one order—even to different recipients. All instruments are picked up from the same address, but can be sent to multiple destinations. This is ideal for music shops shipping several orders. Each box must be packed and labeled separately. Europacco’s platform makes it easy to manage and track everything online.

What do you have to pay attention to?

Regardless of whether you are a private person or a small-medium enterprise, if you deal with musical instruments daily, then you are perfectly aware of what their care means. That's why, from the ukulele to the drums, every expedition needs careful thought and preparation.

After you have chosen the right type of expedition and taken an interest in the correct packaging, you need to pay attention to several aspects:

  • In order to make sure that no piece can come off during the trip, you will first need to unscrew all the waist pieces of the instrument and pack them in polyethylene bubble wrap.
  • For stringed instruments, it is necessary to eliminate the tension of the strings, in order to reach any risk.
  • The outer carton must be further protected in order to reinforce it even in case of shocks.
  • Often there are descriptions on the box, such as "don't flip!", "fragile" or "over-below", which in most cases are useless as they are not read during the sorting phases in the various centers.

Follow our advice and there will be no need to worry about shipping your musical instrument.

Take advantage of our additional services

You can easily set a date to pick up your musical instrument. In addition, you can check the location and status of your shipment any time, thanks to our Tracking function.

At europacco, we guarantee fast, cheap and safe shipping all over the world.

Updated on 24.11.2023 13:49

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