Questions & Answers

Below are some frequently asked questions that we receive from time to time.

If you still have any questions, just send me an email or give me a call.

What are your hours of operation?

RockWall Guitars does not have regular business hours.
Just give us a call or send us an email to schedule an appointment.

Is VAT included in your invoices?

The prices listed are, of course, final prices; there are no additional charges other than any Shipping Costs No additional costs.

Since we primarily deal in used instruments, we apply the differential taxation method in accordance with §25a of the German Value-Added Tax Act (UStG); however, this should only be relevant to those of you who are businesses. The value-added tax is included in the price but is not listed separately on the invoice.

If, in rare cases, a product is included to which the differential taxation does not apply—these are typically new products—this will be indicated in the product description.

Which shipping company do you use?

As a rule, the instruments are shipped via DHL. Of course, other shipping companies can also be used upon request and by arrangement.

What payment options do you offer?

When placing an order, a bank transfer to our account in advance is sufficient. In exceptional cases, cash-on-delivery shipments are also possible. We do offer PayPal, but we’re reluctant to do so because of the high fees that you end up paying.

Cash payments are accepted here on site.

Shipping Costs, Delivery Times, Pricing Information

You can find shipping costs, delivery times, and pricing information at this point.

Tips if you want to send us an instrument

If you'd like to send us an instrument for purchase or trade-in, here are a few tips on how to pack it:

  • Loosenthe instrument's strings slightly, but not so much that the bridge can come loose.
  • Make sure the guitar cannot move inside the case, especially near the headstock. If it can, fill any gaps securely with padding, such as paper.
  • Please do not pack any keys or other metal objects loose in the suitcase; they can cause unsightly scratches or even chips in the paint. If necessary, put them in a bag and seal it shut—that way, nothing can go wrong.
  • The guitar or case must not be able to move around freely inside the box. Fill any empty spaces between the box and the case tightly, for example, with paper.
  • Be sure to pad the corners of the suitcases inside the box well with paper or something similar.
  • Large boxes are often available at bike or TV stores. If all else fails, we'd be happy to send you a box along with packing materials.
  • When you drop off the package at DHL, make sure that its length does not exceed 1.20 meters. If the package is longer than 1.20 meters, it is considered oversized cargo, and shipping will be significantly more expensive.
  • With DHL, a package is generally insured for up to 500 EUR. However, you can add additional insurance coverage of 2,500 EUR or even 25,000 EUR for just a few EUR.

What does “reserved” mean?

If a guitar is marked as “reserved,” it means that we are currently waiting for payment for the instrument or that the customer is picking it up from us. If no payment has been recorded, it is possible that the instrument is still available for purchase.

So if you're interested in the instrument, let's have a Message to be sent.

Purchases, Trade-Ins, Consignment

Purchases and Trade-Ins:
Of course, we also buy guitars and basses or accept them as trade-ins.

Of particular interest here are Rickenbacker, Gretsch, Fender, Gibson, Duesenberg, and Taylor.
Unfortunately, we generally do not buy amplifiers, low-priced guitars, or acoustic guitars.

If you'd like to sell or trade in a guitar or bass, please send RockWall Guitars an email with your asking price. Please understand that, as a dealer, I cannot pay list prices but only the standard dealer purchase prices.


Commission:
With a consignment sale, RockWall Guitars handles the sale of your instrument for you. We create professional photos and descriptions, handle the sales process, and take care of shipping. We also provide the warranty to the buyer.

We'll also feature your equipment on our Facebook page, our website, and many other sales platforms.

In return, we receive a reasonable commission, which, however, is not due until your instrument is sold. The amount of the commission generally depends on the value of your instrument; that is, the higher the value of your instrument, the lower the percentage you pay.

For consignment sales, we do not accept items valued at less than 1,500 EUR.