Clarinetquest policies

The Clarinetquest store policies are here to provide you with the best possible service and prices. On this very long page you'll find the following contents:

Payment methods	Gift certificates	Returns & refunds	Cancelling orders
Out of stock policy	Specials	Substitutions	Privacy
Security	Typographical errors	Warranties	Shipping
Verisign Secure Site certificate		Trademarked & copyrighted material

Payment methods

Clarinetquest accepts credit cards (Master Card, Visa, Discover), money orders, cashier's checks, international postal money orders, or personal checks. Please note that personal checks, while accepted, must clear our bank (may take up to 10 business days) before we will ship your order. As a security precaution, Clarinetquest reserves the right to refuse an order or to request payment other than credit card if your shipping address differs from your billing address. Please make checks payable to Clarinetquest Inc. and send to:

Clarinetquest, Inc.
Accounts payable
2114 Cherokee St.
St. Louis, MO 63118
USA

Gift certificates

Looking for the perfect gift for a clarinetist? How about a gift certificate from Clarinetquest.com? With an inventory stocked by clarinetists for clarinetists, a gift certificate for Clarinetquest is sure to be a big hit with any clarinet player.

Clarinetquest gift certificates are sold in $10, $25, $50, and $100 increments. Once purchased, they are available for immediate use but must be redeemed in a single online check-out session.

Please note that all Clarinetquest gift certificates are non-refundable.

To purchase a gift certificate:

1. Go here and click on the gift certificate for the desired dollar amount. On the certificate detail page you may then add it to your cart.
2. Clarinetquest gift certificates are sent via US Post but can also be sent by email instead - just specify your preference for email in the "Shipping Instructions" field of the first checkout screen - remember to include the email address of the gift recipient!
3. There is a field in the first checkout screen that allows you to include a gift card message to the recipient.
4. Proceed through the checkout screens. After you finish this process and your transaction has been authorized you will be sent your final order receipt will also receive a separately-emailed printable coupon.

To redeem a gift certificate:

1. Shop at Clarinetquest as you would normally, adding items to the cart.
2. When you're ready, click on "checkout" and enter the gift certificate code into the top "discount" box. The dollar amount of your certificate will be deducted from the total price of your items. That's it!

Clarinetquest gift certificates must be redeemed at Clarinetquest.com within one year of the issue date, or be forfeited. And, we're sorry, but any unused portion of a certificate is not further redeemable or refundable. Please spend certificates in their entirety.

Returns, exchanges and in-store credit

Merchandise returns and exchanges may be made within 7 days of receipt. Note: Returned items simply need to be shipped by you within 7 (seven) days, not necessarily arrive at Clarinetquest within seven days. Upon receipt of your returned merchandise, we will refund the cost of your order minus the original shipping fees.

All refunds are issued by company check or credit card refund and are generally completed within 10 days of receiving the returned merchandise.

All returns or exchanges require prior authorization. Please email customer service for a Return Authorization Number (RAN). This RAN number must be written on the outside of the package for us to accept it. We also ask that you include with the returned merchandise a signed letter that includes your original order number, the RAN, and a brief explanation as to why the item is being returned.

Please make sure all returns are carefully packaged and fully insured. We reserve the right to refuse uninsured packages. Refunds cannot be processed for items that are returned in poor condition. Refunds also cannot be processed for accessory merchandise in which the security seal or factory shrink wrap has been broken or opened.

In the rare occurrence that an error was made in filling your order, simply email Clarinetquest within five(5) days of receiving the package and we will arrange to have a replacement package sent out as soon as your return arrives.

Items with the code prefix NR are not returnable.

Send all return orders to:

Clarinetquest, Inc.
Returns Department
2114 Cherokee St.
St. Louis, MO 63118
USA

Refund policies:

1. Clarinetquest will gladly exchange any defective product that still exists on the retail market for a brand-new replacement in accordance with the rules stated above provided it is returned to us in otherwise new (mint) condition and retains all factory packaging and printed material in original, unaltered condition.
2. New and refurbished clarinets and other instruments (except upright basses) can be returned or exchanged within 7 days of receipt. We understand that you must play-test an instrument before making an absolutely final decision. Similar to mouthpiece returns, there is no restocking fee accessed when exchanging for a similarly or higher priced item. In this case, you are only responsible for any difference in price and the additional shipping charge. However, if you are simply returning an instrument without an exchange, the return is subject to a 3% restocking fee and is calculated from the full purchase price of the item. Shipping charges are non-refundable. If you are returning an exchanged item the 3% restocking fee applies to the original purchase price of the exchanged item and none of the shipping charges are refundable. We will issue all refunds by credit card refund, PayPal refund or company check. Clarinetquest will make every effort to issue a refund to you within 10 days after we receive the returned instrument, provided that the instrument arrives back to us in the identical condition as when it was sold.
3. Merchandise listed under used/vintage or new/modern mouthpieces can also be returned or exchanged within 7 days of receipt. There is no restocking fee accessed when exchanging for a similarly or higher priced item. In this case, you are only responsible for any difference in price and the additional shipping charge. However, if you are returning a mouthpiece without an exchange, the refund is subject to a 3% restocking fee with no refund for shipping charges. Refunds will be issued by credit card refund, PayPal refund or company check. The returned item or items must be returned in the identical condition as when they left our shop and must include all factory packaging and printed material in original, unaltered condition.
4. Merchandise listed under accessories can be returned within 7 days of receipt. Refunds can be issued by one of two means. You can receive either an outright refund or receive in store credit towards future purchases. A refund by in store credit is not subject to a restocking fee but has no refund for shipping charges. An outright refund is subject to a 3% restocking fee with no refund of shipping charges. All refund must follow in accordance with the rules stated above. The returned item or items must be in new (unused) condition and must include all factory packaging and printed material in original, unaltered condition. For in-store credit, Clarinetquest will email you with a discount certificate coupon number that can be redeemed in the same way as a gift certificate. In-store discount certificates have no redeemable cash value.

Cancellations

At Clarinetquest, we try to provide lightning-fast customer service. Therefore, if you choose to cancel an order after it has been placed, there's a good chance it's too late. We will, however, try to stop your order if it hasn't already gone out. If you wish to cancel an order please email us immediately.

Out-of-stock

Due to high demand and our commitment to give you the best quality products at the best possible prices, you may occasionally run into an item that is temporarily out of stock. If you select an out-of-stock item as part of your order, the rest of your order will be processed, charged, and shipped out, while any out-of-stock items will be placed on backorder. Backordered items will not be charged to your credit card until they are shipped. Shipping for in-stock and backordered items are automatically adjusted accordingly. Rest assured that your wallet will not be penalized for backordered items.

Featured specials and on sale items

All special order items will be available at the special reduced price only as long as they are included on the Great Deals/On Sale or the Clarinetquest Features page. The length of time for a sales special is solely up to the discretion of Clarinetquest Inc. The reduced price of our special offers is only good so long as the item/s remain in stock. If an item on special goes out of stock or is sold out, we will drop that item from your order as opposed to putting it on back order.

Substitutions

We reserve the right to update model designs, or substitute models or colors whenever these changes represent an equal or better value for our customers on all clarinet accessories (not on mouthpieces, clarinets or other musical instruments). Items illustrated in this web site are actual photos of the products available at the time of posting. An updated version may be substituted at a later date.

Privacy policy

Clarinetquest respects your privacy! We do require that you provide us with certain personal information in order to process your transaction such as name, email, phone, address, credit card number, etc. However, this information will not be sold, traded, or otherwise dispersed for any reason other than to carry out your transaction. Only information pertinent to fulfilling your order will be disclosed to any Clarinetquest affiliate, subsidiary, or payment processors, and then only that information that is strictly required.

Site security

Whenever you submit passwords or credit card information through our site, you will be doing so using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), a server-authentication and browser-encrypting technology. In fact, the Clarinetquest website will only allow browsers with 128-bit encryption capability to view SSL pages.

While visiting these secured areas, your browser should automatically switch to "secure mode" - it will most likely display a picture of a closed lock along the bottom bar of your browser window (some browsers will alternatively or additionally have a "security" button or link somewhere along the top toolbar.) The web site address for SSL pages will start with "https" instead of "http."

If your browser's lock graphic shows "unlocked" or you are reaching these pages using "http" (without the ending "s"), be advised that any information you submit may not be securely encrypted! If this happens, please check your browser settings and make sure you have a browser capable of 128-encryption. You can check this easily by visiting the SSL Labs Browser Check page. If you still have problems, please contact our webmaster immediately.

Verisign site certificate

SSL pages on Clarinetquest are further secured on our server with a digital certificate issued by VeriSign, Inc., a leading provider of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and digital certificate solutions used by enterprises, Web sites, and consumers to conduct secure communications and transactions over the Internet. VeriSign independently verifies the identity and background of a business prior to issuing digital key certificates. These certificates enable you to be certain that transactions entered on our site are encrypted so that your data can only be read by our secure servers. Clicking on the Verisign logo above will verify that Clarinetquest's certificate is valid but only your own browser can verify that you are, indeed, visiting our legitimate web address:

To verify that you are on Clarinetquest's secure server and that our certificate remains valid, double click on the image of the closed lock on your browser's bottom bar (the lock only appears when your browser is on an SSL page in the checkout screens for credit card transactions.) A small frame displaying site security information will pop up - if it shows that the certificate is invalid or expired, please be advised that any information you submit may not be secure.

Problems? If your browser has not been upgraded for awhile you may be unable to use this feature properly until your browser's certificate authorities database has been updated. In this case, simply visit your browser-maker's site and install their latest updates. Be sure to check our certificate from your browser again before submitting sensitive information.

If you have checked your browser version and settings and remain concerned about securely submitting sensitive information on Clarinetquest, please email [email protected].

Typographical errors

Although we work diligently to ensure the accuracy of our descriptions and prices, we reserve the right to correct typographical errors without penalty.

Warranties

Setup and restoration warranties

Clarinetquest includes a full 1-year comprehensive warranty on any clarinet purchased from our web site that has either our professional set up or full overhaul.

Clarinetquest is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of 1 (one) year (2 years for extended warranties) from the date of purchase against defects in the material or craftsmanship as to the clarinet components and all work performed. The word "defects," as used in this warranty, is defined as imperfections that impair the use of the instrument. Cracks are only warranted for new clarinet purchases according to the manufacturer’s warranty and not applicable for used or refurbished instrument purchases and not covered by this Clarinetquest warranty.

If your instrument has a problem during the warranty period, just bring or send it back to us and we'll fix it free! It's that simple.

New Clarinet purchases

All clarinets purchased from our listings of modern professional clarinets come standard with a 1-Year Clarinetquest warranty. Customers may also have an option to purchase a 2-Year extended warranty. The Clarinetquest new clarinet warranty covers the following:

1. Mechanics - If any mechanical flaw should occur during the course of the warranty that is defined as a "defect" according to this warranty, Clarinetquest will either fix it or replace your horn, no questions asked! This includes defects associated with springs, corks, pads, felts, screws, braces, posts, rods, and key guards.
2. Setup - If a mechanical flaw should develop as a result of the craftsmanship of the setup during the course of the warranty, Clarinetquest will fix it. This includes defects associated with springs, corks, pads, felts, screws, and rods. This also includes adjustments and regulations such as pad height, spring tension, and pad leaks.

Refurbished Clarinet purchases

Any pre-owned clarinet purchased with our set up or overhaul from our listing of Refurbished Professional Clarinets, Intermediate Clarinets or Student Clarinets comes standard with a 1-year Clarinetquest warranty. Customers may also have an option to purchase a 2-Year Extended Warranty. The warranty for refurbished clarinets is limited to defects associated with components that we either replaced or adjusted and covers all work performed. The Clarinetquest Refurbished Clarinet warranty covers the following:

1. Mechanics - If any mechanical flaw should occur in the work performed on your clarinet during the course of the warranty that is defined as a "defect" according to this warranty, Clarinetquest will fix it for free, no questions asked! This includes defects associated with springs, corks, pads, felts, screws, braces, posts, rods, and key guards.
2. Setups/restorations - If a mechanical flaw should develop as a result of the craftsmanship of either a set up or overhaul during the course of the warranty, Clarinetquest will fix it. This includes defects associated with springs, corks, pads, felts, screws, and rods. This also includes adjustments and regulations such as pad height, spring tension, and pad leaks.

Warranty terms and limitations

The Clarinetquest warranty is expressly limited to the replacement of clarinet components having defects. If the clarinet component is defective within the terms of the warranty, Clarinetquest will furnish a replacement clarinet component at no cost. No shop labor or setup charge is included. However, the customer is responsible for all shipping charges. If only minor adjustments are needed, and we know a qualified technician in your area that we trust, we may ask them to do the work for us so that you don't have to worry about shipping your instrument.

The Clarinetquest warranty applies under conditions of normal use, but does not apply to defects that result from intentional damage, abuse, neglect, misuse, mishandling, exposure, or unreasonable use. Defects not included under this warranty include, but are not limited to, dents, bent or broken keys or rods, torn pads, cracks or any other such damage deemed abusive or neglectful by Clarinetquest. It is at the sole discretion of Clarinetquest to determine if a defect is covered under this warranty.

Trademarked and copyrighted material

Clarinetquest, the Clarinetquest.com logo, are trademarks and servicemarks of Clarinetquest, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. All other trademarks, service marks, product names and company names or logos appearing on the Clarinetquest web site are the property of their respective owners. Any use of such trademarks, service marks, product names and company names or logos, including the reproduction, modification, distribution or republication of same without the prior written permission of the owner of same, is strictly prohibited.

All web site design, text, graphics, content, the selection and arrangement thereof, and all software Copyright © 2024, Clarinetquest, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Any use of materials on this web site -- including reproduction, modification, distribution, or republication -- without the prior written permission of Clarinetquest, Inc. is strictly prohibited. By submitting photos, images, text, or graphics to our web site or via email, you authorize us to display such materials on the Clarinetquest website and use the same for any other purpose as we see fit unless we receive specific instructions from you to the contrary.