Business Details
39 Years
experience
Trusted Source for Fine String Instruments & Music Education Since 1987
Since 1987, Fine Fretted String Instruments has been dedicated to providing musicians with exceptional string instruments and comprehensive services. Our inventory includes over 200 violins crafted by 15 generations of makers, 30+ violas, cellos valued up to $80,000, and 400+ classical and flamenco guitars imported directly from Spain. We maintain partnerships with eight symphonies and supply instruments to university professors across the Bay Area. Our multilingual team offers expertise in English, Spanish, Japanese, and Mandarin, with additional translation capabilities in French, Italian, German, and Portuguese. Every instrument purchase includes a 100% trade-in guarantee to support musicians advancing to higher-level instruments.Our in-house technicians and regional partners handle all repair needs, from structural restoration to tonal optimization. We have taught over 1,200 students since 1987, emphasizing standard notation literacy from the first lesson. Our consignment program maintains the same rigorous inspection standards as our owned inventory, offering sellers 70% commission on sales. Located in Campbell, California, we serve both emerging and professional musicians through our physical store and international collaborations with luthiers.
Services
Violins
Violas
Cellos
Classical Guitars
Flamenco Guitars
Double Basses
Violin Bows
Instrument Repairs
Music Lessons
Consignment Sales
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- 100% trade-in value guarantee on all instruments
- Multilingual staff fluent in 5 languages for global client support
- Suppliers to eight major symphonies and university music programs
- In-house technicians with specialized repair expertise
- 38+ years teaching standard notation literacy from first lesson
Services
Violins
We offer violins ranging from student models to historic masterpieces crafted by renowned makers. Our collection includes 200+ instruments from 15 generations of violin makers, with sizes for all skill levels. Each purchase includes a 100% trade-in guarantee as musicians progress.
Cellos
Our cellos range from entry-level instruments to $80,000 historic models dating to the 1700s. We maintain relationships with symphony musicians and provide instruments to San Francisco Symphony members. All cellos receive full professional setup before sale.
Classical Guitars
We import 400+ classical guitars directly from Spanish luthiers, offering half, three-quarter, and full sizes. Our Spanish-speaking staff collaborates with makers to customize features. Every guitar includes our standard 100% trade-in policy.
Instrument Repairs
Our technicians handle all repair needs including structural restoration, tonal optimization, bow rehairing, and guitar setup. We partner with specialist repair experts for complex restoration projects on vintage instruments.
Music Lessons
We provide music lessons emphasizing standard notation literacy from the first session. Taught by multilingual instructors in English, Spanish, and Japanese, our program serves students aged 6.5+ with flexible scheduling options.
Questions
What trade-in options do you offer?
All instruments purchased from us include a 100% trade-in guarantee toward future upgrades.
Do you offer music lessons for beginners?
Yes, we teach standard notation literacy from the first lesson for students aged 6.5+.
What repair services do you provide?
We handle structural repairs, tonal adjustments, bow rehairing, and guitar setup through our technicians.
Can I sell my instrument through consignment?
We offer consignment sales with 70% commission to sellers at time of sale.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Bay Area but ship instruments internationally.
How long have you been in business?
We've specialized in string instruments since 1987 with three generations of expertise.
