Instrument rentals

Whether your student’s just starting band or stepping up to something new, Bandwagon’s rentals make it simple. Choose brand-new Yamaha or fully serviced like-new instruments, add $5/month repair coverage, and relax—we’ve got the music covered.

Rent & Play Your Way

Choose the rental plan that works best for your family. Advantage gives you a brand-new Yamaha instrument. Encore offers a like-new, fully serviced option. Both are teacher-approved and ready to play.

AdvantagE

Brand-New Yamaha Advantage Instruments

Encore

Like New or Gently Used Instruments

The Bandwagon Benefit

COST EFFECTIVE

Renting is budget-friendly. Start band without a big purchase—perfect for beginners.

Rent to Own

Every payment goes toward ownership. Keep renting until you’re ready. 100% of your payments go towards buying your instrument.

MAINTENANCE COVERAGE

For just $5/month, our Maintenance & Replacement plan covers repairs for normal wear. Local in-house techs guarantee fast service.

early pay

Want to own your instrument sooner? Take advantage of a 30% early payoff discount anytime after 3 months.

Rental transfer

With Rental Transfer, 100% of your first year of rental is transferable to another rental or step up rental

Available instruments

Our selection of band and orchestra instruments are all ready for your first note.
We offer a wide variety of rental options on these instruments:

Rentals Q&A

All agreements are month-to-month. No long-term contracts required.

Yes! Every rental payment builds credit toward ownership. You can also pay it off early with a 30% discount after the first 3 months.

If it’s within the first year, 100% of your rental credit transfers to the new instrument.

You can return the instrument anytime—no penalties, no surprises.

Normal wear and tear repairs (pads, corks, stuck valves, dents, etc.) and replacement if the instrument is lost or stolen.

Percussion instruments, intentional damage, or neglect.

All repairs are done by our in-house Bandwagon tech team—fast, local, and trusted.

Yes, loaners are included if you have the M&R plan.

rental policies