Musical instruments in Malaysia: prices, warranty and buying
Approximately, according to sellers' websites in November 2026, a recorder, harmonica or kalimba costs RM 10 to RM 250 in Malaysia, a new electric or acoustic guitar about RM 1,000 to RM 2,100, and professional saxophones RM 11,000 to RM 47,000. For current prices, describe what you need in a request on BlaBlaPrice.
Approximate prices in Malaysia, November 2026 (sellers' websites)| Instrument | Examples | Price range |
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| Recorders, harmonicas, kalimbas | Soprano recorder, 17-key kalimba | RM 10 to RM 250 |
| Keyboards and violin outfits | 61-key keyboard, student violin set | RM 116 to RM 876 |
| Electric and acoustic guitars | Electric guitar, dreadnought acoustic | RM 999 to RM 2,089 |
| Drum kits and bass guitars | 5-piece drum kit, acoustic bass | RM 1,242 to RM 2,036 |
| Saxophones, clarinets, trumpets | Alto saxophone, clarinet, tenor saxophone | RM 2,006 to RM 47,000 |
What the warranty covers
Warranty terms shown by Malaysian sellers and manufacturers are short. Electronic keyboards, digital pianos and synthesisers are often listed with one year, sometimes with six months more. Guitars usually carry one year on the body and six months on the neck, and some guitar warranties are valid only in Malaysia. Cover is limited to manufacturing and material faults, and it may exclude damage from poor ventilation or overheating of amplifiers and digital pianos. Piano servicing often comes with a separate three-month service warranty, so ask for it in writing.
Heat, humidity and the season
Malaysia is hot all year, with wet and dry seasons rather than winter and summer, so there is no heating season to plan around. Humidity stays high in both, which matters most for wooden instruments: acoustic guitars, pianos, violins and recorders can warp or crack when humidity swings. Keep an instrument indoors with air conditioning rather than in a car, and ask whether the case has a humidity pack.
Delivery and how prices are quoted
Sellers may deliver between Kuala Lumpur, George Town, Johor Bahru, Ipoh and Shah Alam, so name your city in the request and ask whether delivery is included in the price. Sizes are quoted the way instruments are sold: a 17-key kalimba, a 61-key keyboard, a 4/4 or 3/4 violin, and a guitar with or without its case. Ask whether tax is included too. For flights, instruments in check-in baggage need a sturdy hard case, because soft gig bags may not be accepted, so buy a hard case if you travel with a saxophone or guitar.
What to write in your request
Write the instrument type and what it is for, such as beginner practice, school or a band. Add the make and model if you know it, whether you want new or used, the size or number of keys, and your budget in RM. For a used instrument a photo shows the condition better than words. Say which city you are in.
Describe the instrument in your own words in a chat on BlaBlaPrice and add a photo if you have one. BlaBlaPrice asks for missing details, looks through local sellers' websites and price lists, and shows the prices and businesses it finds. Sellers registered on BlaBlaPrice reply in the chat with their own offer, price and delivery terms. Your contacts stay hidden until you choose to share them, and the service is free for buyers. Browse acoustic guitars, electric guitars or the whole Hobbies, leisure and sport section.
