Music

Musical Instrument and Equipment Stores

U.S. stores offer a wide selection of musical instruments, speaker systems, studio equipment, and stage gear. You can find new models, professional equipment, rare instruments, sale items, and open-box or refurbished products.

However, many U.S. stores do not ship internationally and may decline cards issued in other countries. Polar Express helps solve this problem by providing a U.S. warehouse address, receiving and inspecting purchases, consolidating multiple orders, and arranging international delivery.

With Polar Express, you can order audio equipment from America, buy a musical instrument, equip a home studio, or purchase performance gear and receive the order in your country.

Where to buy musical instruments and equipment

The United States has many specialist retailers with a broad selection of equipment:

• Bose — speakers, portable audio systems, soundbars, headphones, and accessories.
• Sam Ash — guitars, keyboards, drums, wind instruments, microphones, amplifiers, and studio and live-sound equipment.
• zZounds — musical instruments, guitar amplifiers, audio equipment, and products for recording and live performance.
• X8 Drums — djembes, cajons, congas, bongos, and other drums and percussion instruments.
• Musician’s Friend — guitars, synthesizers, drums, orchestral instruments, DJ equipment, and studio gear.
• ProSound & Stage Lighting — professional sound systems, mixers, microphones, lighting, and stage equipment.

Sale and open-box sections may offer some products well below their regular prices. Before buying, check the included items, equipment condition, warranty terms, and compatibility with the electrical standards in the destination country.

Which products can be ordered from the USA

With Polar Express, you can ship:

• acoustic and electric guitars;
• bass guitars and amplifiers;
• synthesizers and digital pianos;
• drums and percussion instruments;
• microphones and wireless systems;
• studio monitors and headphones;
• audio interfaces and mixing consoles;
• speaker systems and subwoofers;
• DJ controllers and turntables;
• effects pedals and processors;
• stage lighting;
• stands, cables, cases, and other accessories.

Shipping eligibility depends on the product’s size, weight, specifications, and the rules in the destination country. Check the available shipping options in advance for oversized speakers, equipment with built-in batteries, and instruments made from natural materials.

How to order musical instruments from the USA

The process has several straightforward steps.

1. Register with Polar Express. After registration, you will receive a free U.S. warehouse address.
2. Choose a product. Visit Bose, Sam Ash, zZounds, X8 Drums, Musician’s Friend, ProSound & Stage Lighting, or another U.S. retailer.
3. Enter your Polar Express address. Use the warehouse address you received as the shipping address at checkout.
4. Request assisted purchasing if necessary. If the store does not accept your card, send us a link to the product. We will place the order for you, and you will reimburse its cost.
5. Wait for the order to arrive at the warehouse. We will register and weigh the parcel and take photos if requested.
6. Choose a delivery method. Select an available rate in your account, pay for shipping, and receive a tracking number.

After dispatch, you can track the order until it is delivered.

Polar Express gives you access to U.S. music stores and helps deliver instruments, audio systems, studio equipment, and stage gear. Register, receive a free U.S. address, and place the order yourself or use our assisted purchase service.