Business Details
Your Trusted Source for String Instruments in Independence, MO
The Wyatt Violin Shop has been serving musicians of all skill levels since its founding. Our expertise lies in providing high-quality string instruments, including violins, violas, cellos, and basses, alongside comprehensive services such as repairs, restorations, and appraisals. With decades of combined experience in luthiery and music education, our team prioritizes personalized service, ensuring each client receives instruments and accessories tailored to their specific needs and budget.We maintain rigorous standards in craftsmanship, offering expert bow rehairing, artistic restoration techniques, and transparent pricing. Our commitment to customer satisfaction is demonstrated through flexible rental programs, a 100% trade-in guarantee, and an in-home trial program available nationwide. As a family-owned business, we emphasize ethical practices, community support, and continuous education in string instrument care and performance.
Services
Instrument Sales
Rentals
Repairs
Appraisals
Trade-In Program
In-Home Trials
Bow Rehairing
Restoration
Private Lessons
Workshops
Highlights and features
- We offer expert bow rehairing and restoration services with over 20 years of experience.
- Our 100% trade-in guarantee ensures long-term value for your instruments.
- We provide nationwide in-home trials with free return shipping labels.
- Our team includes certified luthiers with specialized expertise in antique instruments.
- We honor all repair estimates with no hidden fees or surprise charges.
What people say
Expert craftsmanship
Friendly staff
Quick service
Quality instruments
Fair pricing
Services
Instrument Sales
We offer a comprehensive selection of string instruments for all skill levels and budgets. Our inventory includes violins, violas, cellos, and basses ranging from student models to professional-grade instruments. Each purchase includes expert consultation to ensure proper fit and playability for the musician's specific needs and technical requirements.
Rentals
Our rental program provides high-quality instruments with flexible payment options for students and professionals. The program includes maintenance coverage, upgrade paths, and a 100% trade-in guarantee toward future purchases. Instruments are carefully inspected and maintained to ensure optimal playing condition throughout the rental period.
Repairs
Our certified luthiers perform precise repairs for all string instruments, including crack repairs, neck resets, and varnish touch-ups. We provide detailed estimates before work begins and guarantee all repair costs. Emergency repair services are available with transparent pricing and no hidden fees for both local and shipped instruments.
Appraisals
We offer professional appraisal services for insurance purposes and market valuation of string instruments and bows. Our appraisals include detailed documentation of instrument characteristics, provenance research, and current replacement value assessments. Both written and verbal appraisal options are available with appointments for accurate evaluations.
Trade-In Program
Our 100% trade-in program allows customers to apply instrument value toward new purchases. The program covers wear-and-tear conditions with standardized reconditioning fees. Trade values are assessed based on current market conditions and instrument condition, with clear guidelines for value application toward like-kind instrument replacements.
People
Matt Wyatt
Owner
Matt Wyatt, owner of Wyatt Violin Shop, has over 20 years of experience in luthiery and string instrument restoration. He specializes in antique instrument evaluation and has developed the shop's nationwide in-home trial program. Matt's expertise includes advanced repair techniques and maintaining historical instrument integrity.
Questions
What services does Wyatt Violin Shop offer?
We provide instrument sales, rentals, repairs, appraisals, trade-in programs, and educational workshops for string musicians.
Do you offer nationwide shipping for instruments?
Yes, our in-home trial program ships instruments nationwide with prepaid return labels and risk-free trial periods.
What repair services are available?
We offer complete instrument repairs including crack repairs, neck resets, bow rehairing, and varnish restoration with detailed cost estimates.
Can I trade in my current instrument?
Yes, our 100% trade-in program allows applying instrument value toward new purchases with clear reconditioning fee guidelines.
Are appraisals available for antique instruments?
We provide professional appraisal services for insurance and market valuation with detailed documentation and provenance research.
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Reviews (6)
Lauren Heidebrecht
Feb 20, 2022
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Very helpful and knowledgeable. Easy to make appointments with online and a no-pressure, warm atmosphere. I will be back!
Tyler Remmert
Jan 19, 2022
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An indescribably awesome family-owned small business. A consummate luthier, probably the finest for hours in all directions. We drove an hour and a half to have our Knilling Bucharest serviced and spent half an hour in the shop dreaming of playing the Weibes & Vettoris. The Wyatts have a stunning range of violin family instruments for rent or sale. Entry level student models all the way up to centuries old masterpieces. I can't recommend this place enough.
Sarah Smedstad
Sep 17, 2021
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Absolutely the best violin shop ever! Do not go anywhere else for your string instrument needs. They are super friendly, super knowledgeable, family owned business.
Cj Reece
Jul 10, 2021
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This is a wonderful shop to make an appointment at. The folks inside are absolutely amazing people. Their selection of violins is incredible. Highly recommend coming here for your violin playing needs.
Deb Proctor
Feb 28, 2021
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The Wyatts always take care of my fiddle problems and are such very nice people. They are extremely knowledgeable and honest without any overbearing "selling". Their repairs are well done and very reasonably priced. I highly recommend them when wanting to buy a new violin or rent one.
Mark Ransom
Apr 07, 2020
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We have had great experiences here, from instrument repair to parts and services, and now we're taking advantage of their rent to own program. The staff is friendly, patient, and knowledge, not to mention skilled. The store has a peaceful atmosphere, full of beautiful instruments, and is clean and well organized. We look forward to continuing to be customers of Wyatt Violin Shop.
