Musical instruments: say what exactly you’re looking for

Musical instruments in Australia: prices, warranty and what to ask

Updated 31 October 2026

Musical instruments in Australia range from about A$22 for a guiro or small percussion piece to about A$2,199 for a student alto saxophone. Beginner acoustic guitars usually sell for A$53 to A$179, and digital pianos for A$449 to A$1,529. To see current prices for your instrument, skill level and city, post a request on BlaBlaPrice and sellers will reply in the chat.

Warranty and consumer rights

Australian Consumer Law guarantees apply when you buy from an Australian seller, and one listing says these guarantees cannot be excluded, so a major fault can be replaced or refunded. Many makers also give their own warranty. One brand covers its digital pianos, brass and woodwind for three years from purchase, and one seller offers 20-year warranty support on new acoustic pianos. Ask for the written warranty and whether it is in addition to your consumer guarantees.

Season and climate

Summer runs from December to February and winter from June to August, and both change how wooden instruments behave. Heat and dry air can crack a violin or guitar top, while cold rooms and damp can warp keys and pads. Store instruments indoors, away from heaters and windows. Buying in spring, in October now, gives you time to test an instrument before the summer heat.

How instruments are bought here

The prices above are for the instrument, and most listings do not show delivery, so ask about freight to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth or Adelaide. Local music stores and online sellers both appear in the results, so compare the price with delivery included. Say whether you want a new instrument, and whether you need a case, bow, strings or stand.

What to put in your request

Name the instrument, the model if you know it, and the playing level. Say whether it is for a child, a student or an adult, and whether you need accessories included. Give the city where you want to collect or receive delivery. Clear details help sellers quote the right model, not just the nearest one.

BlaBlaPrice is free for buyers. Describe the instrument, your level and your budget in your own words in a chat, add a photo if you have one, and the AI asks what is missing. It then searches sellers' websites and price lists in Australia and shows you the prices and businesses it found. Registered sellers reply in the chat with their price, terms and delivery, and your contact details stay hidden until you choose. See the request page, or browse acoustic guitars and pianos.