New and Used Band Instruments

Advance Music offers a wide selection of new used and vintage, brand name band instruments. This is the place to look for finding great deals. If you've had your eye on a particular item that is still a little out of your price range, you may just find it in this section. Check out our weekly specials!

Used musical instruments are bought and sold daily so check back often, and remember that if you find your dream instrument or piece of gear in our used inventory, you may want to snatch it up before it catches somebody else's eye: every used item is unique, so when it's gone, it's gone for good.

Product Grading System
We believe that our grading system is the best in the industry and offers an option for every taste and budget. We strive to provide clear, accurate descriptions of each grade so you will know what to expect when you buy from us.

NEW  "NEW", as packaged by the manufacturer complete with manufacturer's USA warranty. Not previously owned or used by a consumer.

LN  "LIKE NEW" means the equipment is 97 to 100 percent of NEW. Items include original box and instructions, but does not have a manufacturer's warranty.

EX+ "EXCELLENT PLUS" rates 90 to 96 percent of original condition. Exceptionally nice, very clean, but may have slight wear on finish visible only under close inspection, but otherwise very close to new condition.

EX  "EXCELLENT CONDITION." 80 to 89 percent of original. Shows moderate wear for the age of the item, with the possibility of small dings or blemishes. Finish may have slight blemishes but will not affect performance of the instrument.

GC  Priced to sell, "GOOD CONDITION" items are 70 to 79 percent of original condition. Solid playing condition, may have one or more repaired cracks or other cosmetic flaws, including more than average wear for the age of the item, dents, dings or finish loss. 

BGN  Priced to sell, "BARGAIN" More than average wear for the age of the item, and may have dents, dings or finish loss, May have missing parts and other issues which could affect the .

AI "AS IS" means useable for parts only. Equipment may or may not work. No warranty or return privileges.

Solid playing condition, may have one or more repaired cracks or other cosmetic flaws.