Author: JMarzluf
Date: 2013-07-22 18:28
This is the formula I have used for years:
-- Start with CURRENT price of identical Make/Model, new.
-- Subtract $100 per year of age (or more if you want to sell it more quickly).
-- Adjust, as appropriate, for condition issues (crack history, pads/repairs needed, silver plate wear, etc.). This will vary oboe-to-oboe, and may need the input of a repair tech. An oboe that is over 10 years old, whether or not it has been played, probably needs new pads. Either have the work done yourself, or lower your asking price by the amount of the repair(s) needed.
-- Don't forget to take the case into account as well. A like-new case represents about $400 of your oboe's sale/value (adjust accordingly if the case is worn/damaged).
I hope this helps.
When you list your used oboe for sale, include as many details as possible (make/model info. including bore type ["ak," "dm," "standard"], exact age, number of owners, repair history, etc.), and make close-up photographs available to your potential buyers. Offer a trial period. Don't use eBay.
My 2 cents.
Good luck!
Jonathan
http://www.marzlufreeds.com/
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