It may be an awkward shape but sending a guitar by post is easier than you think.

If you want to know how to send a guitar by post our guide will give you all the hints and tips you need - from how to choose the best courier for guitars to how to package a guitar for posting.

 

 

Where to Sell a Guitar?

If you’re looking to sell your old gear to fund your new axe or amp these are our top three picks for where to sell a guitar online:

• eBay. A great place for selling musical instruments. Mention anything special or unique about your guitar to get those auction bids rolling in.
• Facebook Marketplace. Simple and convenient to use you can choose to offer your own shipping through Parcel2Go and will pay just 2% of the total cost.
• Reverb. The largest online marketplace dedicated to buying and selling musical instruments you can trust that buyers looking for second hand guitars will be scouring this marketplace first!

 

How to Sell a Guitar?

Sell your guitar quickly and easily on any of the online marketplaces when you follow these simple selling steps:

• Know your gear. You love your guitar so you want to get the best price for it. Knowing the exact model and year of manufacture can drastically affect the price you ask.
• Clean your gear. Not only will it make it look great in the photos cleaning your guitar before you sell it will allow you to check for any damage that might have gone unnoticed. Pay particular attention to the fingerboard and neck and think about restringing your guitar for maximum fret-appeal.
• Upload multiple photos. Buyers will want to see their new guitar from every angle. You don’t have to be a pro photographer but concentrate on good lighting and make sure your shots are in focus!
• Write an accurate description. This is your opportunity to talk to your buyers. Tell them what’s special about your guitar - everything from the make and model to the finish. Don’t skimp on the detail and don’t forget to mention any damage.
• Offer next day delivery. At Parcel2Go next day delivery starts from just £2.74. When they want their new guitar in a hurry this cheap postage option can really boost your sales.
• Think about packaging. Guitars are delicate items - you should pack them well to ensure they arrive safe and sound. On some marketplaces the buyer will pay for postage -out top tip is to take some measurements of your packaged guitar so your buyer can easily get a quote.

 

 

How to Send a Guitar by Post?

With Parcel2Go sending a guitar by post doesn’t need to be stressful. See some reasons why:

• When you post with us you get free parcel tracking with every item sent. Not only will you be able to keep an eye on your guitar every step of its journey, your buyer will know exactly when they can expect it to be delivered.
• Getting a signature when your guitar is delivered is great for extra peace of mind and for helping to ensure that your parcel arrives safely. At Parcel2Go you can book a recorded delivery courier for guitar from as little as £1.99.
• We work with the UK’s most trusted couriers but parcel protection can be a good option when sending fragile items like guitars. Easy to add during the booking process our parcel protection will cover you against loss or damage during transit.

 

Best Couriers for Guitars

At Parcel2Go we’re proud to work with the UK’s leading couriers including Royal Mail, Yodel Direct, and Evri. But for sending a guitar by post these are our top picks:

Parcelforce

Choose from drop-off collection super-fast and international deliveries. Parcelforce is one of the UK’s leading couriers - an ideal courier for a guitar.

• Choose from over 11,500 drop-off locations
• Up to £10,000 Parcel Protection on selected services
• Free tracking on all services

DPD

One of Europe’s biggest courier services DPD offers drop-off collection super-fast and worldwide deliveries. Their exclusive tracking features will allow you and your buyer to watch your delivery every step of the way.

• Drop off at over 6,000 drop-off points
• Up to £10,000 Parcel Protection on selected services
• Exclusive tracking features with DPD predict

DX

For reliable large parcel delivery in the UK, DX collection services are a great choice.

• Offering both 24 and 48 hour delivery as standard
• Up to £5,000 parcel protection on selected services
• Send up to 2m in length and 20kg in weight

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How to Package a Guitar for Posting?

Your guitar is a delicate item so you should ensure it is well packaged to avoid damage during transit.

These are our top tips for how to send a guitar by post:

• Before you book your postage check our list of prohibited items to make sure guitars are allowed to be sent on that service. You can filter by country and by courier.
• De-tune your guitar to loosen any tension on the fretboard during transit. This will reduce the risk of strings snapping which can cause damage.
• It’s best to post your guitar in its hard case to protect it during its travels. Once the guitar is in the box fill any gaps with packing foam to make sure it is snug and secure. You don’t want it to move around. Be careful if you’re planning on using bubble wrap in the case - plastic can damage some finishes.
• Wrap the case securely in bubble wrap.
• Place the case in a guitar shipping box. You want to make sure that the case doesn’t touch the sides of the box. Fill any gaps with scrunched up bubble wrap or packing foam.
• Seal the box with plenty of packing tape.
• Read more top tips on our Shipping Advice for Guitars page.

Large Parcel Delivery

Large parcel delivery is no problem at Parcel2Go. We guarantee the cheapest delivery in the UK, and you can send parcels that weigh up to 65kg and measure up to 2.5m in length with us.

Drop-off and collection services are available from trusted couriers - find our full range of couriers here.

 

How Much to Send a Guitar by Post?

The cost of shipping will depend on the dimensions of your parcel. To find out how much to send a guitar by post with Parcel2Go get a quote today.