Stamell Stringed Instruments
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The 5 Benefits of Instrument Ownership


1. No more rental bills! 
How about applying your rental equity towards an instrument purchase?  For the first year that you rent, 100% of the rental fees accrue as equity, for the 2nd year it’s 60%, and every year after is 20%.  After a few years, it might make sense to buy rather than continuing renting, especially if the player is looking for a more advanced sound.  Get your equity calculated now to find out how much money you have accrued from renting with us!
 
2. Better sounding instruments
As musicians grow - both in size and skill - they require the right tools that will help them make progress.  An upgrade in instrument or bow can be a great asset to a musician, as well as an encouragement to keep advancing.  Better instruments are richer and more vibrant, and provide the musician with a more refined and greater color palette of sound.
 
3. Pride of ownership
With knowledge of owning an instrument comes the feeling of responsibility and attachment to it.  This leads to that very special connection a musician feels to their instrument.  Together they become a team creating beautiful and innovative music.

 
4. Guaranteed trade back 
Good quality Instruments and bows do not depreciate with time, and as such, are some of the best investments that can be made!  Any instrument purchased from Stamell Strings is guaranteed to be taken back in trade towards a larger size or a higher quality instrument for 100% of purchase price less a reconditioning fee, depending on condition.
 
 5. Choice of instrument
As every player is unique, they need an instrument that will match their personality and style of playing.  When purchasing an instrument, the musician has the first-hand opportunity to select the one that suits him or her best.  
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Get your equity calculated now!



Amherst, MA Shop

18 Kellogg Ave., Amherst MA 01002
(800) 766 0936 or (413) 256 0936 
​[email protected]

SPRING HOURS
Tuesday -  Friday: 9am - 5pm
Saturday: 9am - 4pm


Holiday Closures
Closed Sat. May 24
Closed July 4 and 5
​Closed Aug 2 - 11
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Closed Sundays and Mondays

Poughkeepsie, NY Shop

5 Manchester Rd., Poughkeepsie NY 12603 
(845) 337 3030
[email protected]


SPRING HOURS
Tuesday -  Friday: 9am - 5pm
Saturday: 9am - 4pm


Holiday Closures
Closed Sat. May 24
Closed July 4 and 5
​Closed Aug 2 - 11
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Closed Sundays and Mondays

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Stamell Stringed Instruments does not pay teachers commissions, sometimes called referral fees, finder's fees or "kickbacks".  To read more about this unethical practice, please click here: http://fineviolinsbydavid.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Ethics.pdf

© Stamell Stringed Instruments - 2025 | 18 Kellogg Avenue Amherst, MA 01002 | 5 Manchester Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 | 800 766 0936 | [email protected]
  • About
    • About Us >
      • Celebrating 35 Years
    • Contact Us
    • Monthly Sales and Specials
    • House Concerts
    • String Teacher Directory
  • Instruments
    • Violins >
      • Professional Violins
      • Advancing Student Violins
      • Fractional Violins
      • Violin Rentals
    • Violas >
      • Professional Violas
      • Advancing Student Violas
      • Fractional Violas
      • Viola Rentals
    • Cellos >
      • Professional Cellos
      • Advancing Student Cellos
      • Fractional Cellos
      • Cello Rentals
    • Pierre Marcel Instruments
    • Andranik Gaybaryan Handmade Instruments
    • Ovington Estate Instruments
    • Cornelissen Estate Instruments
    • Baroque
    • Ukuleles
  • Bows
    • Violin Bows >
      • Professional Violin Bows
      • Student and Performance Wood Violin Bows
      • Carbon Fiber Violin Bows
    • Viola Bows >
      • Professional Viola Bows
      • Student and Performance Wood Viola Bows
      • Carbon Fiber Viola Bows
    • Cello Bows >
      • Professional Cello Bows
      • Student and Performance Wood Cello Bows
      • Carbon Fiber Cello Bows
    • Baroque Bows
  • Rentals
    • Rent Now >
      • Violin
      • Viola
      • Cello
      • Bass
    • Our Rental Program
    • Manage Your Rental Account
    • Upgrade Your Rental
    • Insurance
    • Sizing
    • School Rental Services
    • Renter's Exclusive: The 10 - 15 - 20 Sale
    • Return Instrument for Summer
    • Exchange or Cancel Your Rental
    • Equity Quote
    • How To Videos
  • SHOP
    • Accessories
    • Bow Hold Aids
    • Cases
    • Chair and Stools
    • Chinrest Comforters
    • Endpin Stops
    • Gift Certificates
    • Guitar Strings
    • Humidifiers
    • Instrument Stands
    • Metronomes and Tuners
    • Music Stands
    • Music Stand Lights
    • Mutes
    • Rosin
    • Sheet Music
    • Suzuki Books
    • Shoulder Rests
    • Strings
    • Ukuleles
    • T-Shirts
    • Wolf Eliminators and Tone Modulators
  • Services
    • Try Our Instruments
    • Repair and Restoration
    • Appraisals and Evaluations
    • Bow Rehairs
    • Shipping Information
    • Policies
  • Make an appointment
  • Employment Opportunities
  • New Arrivals
  • Product
  • Instrument Outfit Sale