VIOLIN RENTALS
Special rate rentals are available for rentals delivered at the start of Autumn 2023 classes at Burke's. Upon conclusion of the last session of 2023, instruments can be dropped off at the school or extended over the Winter break.
Rentals include the set-up fee coverage of new premium strings, bow rehair, and maintenance. Included is: 
Rosin
Shoulder rest 
Microfiber cleaning cloth
All if which is the property of Bay Fine Strings. 
VIOLIN SIZING Please find the proper size by measuring the left arm from the neck to left hand middle of palm with arm straightened. If it is between a range, it is better to go with the smaller size.
15" arm to palm 1/10 size violin
16.5" arm to palm 1/8 size violin
18"-18.5" arm to palm, 1/4 size violin
18.5"-20" arm to palm 1/2 size violin
20"-21.5" arm to palm, 3/4 size violin
22"+ arm to palm 4/4 size violin
OPTIONAL INSURANCE The insurance fee is $40 for violin and viola. Unless the optional coverage insurance is elected, rental items returned damaged (cracked), marred, worn, willeither incur repair fees, or in the case theft, misplacement, or major damage, the client will have to pay partial or full valuation of item(s) of the instrument(s) for a replacement. With insurance, minor repairs are waived, however major damage incurs a $99 deductible to cover replacement or major repair. This determination will be made at the discretion of Bay Fine Strings. Valuations for entire loss is $750 for violin.
EXTENSIONS AND RETURNS Initial rental commitment is for Autumn into end of 2023 term. If rental extension is needed at conclusion of rental, you can pay for an extension through the rental extension tab on the website in 3 or 6 month increments. Rental payments are accruable towards the purchase of a Bay Fine Strings instrument. 
There is a 65% trade-in policy for Bay Fine Strings Premiere outfits, minus wear and tear and consumable material replacement. It is the responsibility of the client to purchase or return item(s) to Bay Fine Strings at conclusion of the class to String Sisters faculty, to the Burkes or Edna Brewer Office, or with a Bay Fine Strings associate. Instruments with rental extensions will be returned at an agreed time to the San Bruno storefront shop location, or Daly City area workshop. This meeting communication must be arranged with Bay Fine Strings. before the rental period end. Contact thomas@bayfinestrings.com or by phone at 415-203-4534. Client agrees to all rental terms once payment is made.