Get Started with a Bell Kit Rental
All About Bell Kits
Designed specifically for the beginning percussionist, the student bell kit features a 2.5 octave orchestra bell set also commonly known as the glockenspiel. Comprised of pitched aluminum or steel bars arranged in a keyboard layout, one plays this percussion instrument by striking the bars with hard metal or plastic mallets. Known for its clear, high-pitched tone, bell kits are commonly used in concert bands, orchestras, marching bands, wind ensembles, and a wide range of popular music types. The student bell kit includes all the necessary essentials such as mallets, sticks, practice pad, adjustable height stand and rolling zippered bag for easy transporting.
BELL KIT
New or like new teacher approved brand, includes 2.5 octave keyboard, stand, music rack, pratice pad, sticks, mallets and roller bag
The NEMC EasyRent Plan is Designed for You
It’s the easiest and most affordable way to rent a school band or orchestral instrument for your child!
Your Easiest Way to Rent
Simply start by renting for an initial trial period to help you determine your child's interest without the large financial investment. Then just continue renting monthly for as long as you like or return any time, because we all know kids can change their minds! The plan even allows for instrument exchanges without losing your equity. All payments apply towards purchase of the instrument and we offer discounts for early buyout. And don't worry, with our optional damage waiver you get peace of mind with instrument protection for repairs and maintenance costs.
EasyRent Program Benefits
- Educator approved brands in new or like-new condition.
- Affordable monthly rental cost builds equity towards purchase.
- No credit check or deposit required.
- Buy, exchange, upgrade or cancel at any time.
- Get service via free return shipping or a dealer near you.
- Optional instrument protection available.
The Guide to Bell Kit Rental
Renting your Bell Kit vs. Buying
Most beginning percussion players start their musical journey by renting their first instrument. When it comes to bell kits, as well as most brass and woodwind musical instruments, there are numerous advantages to renting over buying.
Renting is more affordable
Purchasing a new bell kit can easily cost five hundred dollars and up. By contrast, you can rent a bell kit for just around $30 per month. And if you rent from NEMC, all the money you pay in rent can be applied to purchase.
Kids can change their minds
As a parent you know, what a child is excited about one day can change the next. Compared to the high upfront cost of buying, renting a bell kit gives you much greater flexibility. If they decide they’d rather play something else, you can easily swap your rental to a different instrument usually for no added cost. If they decide not to continue in band, you can cancel your rental at any time with no penalty.
What to look for in a bell kit rental package
Not all music instrument rental programs are created equal.
Here’s what you should look for when renting a bell kit.
Damage Waiver
Kids can be hard on instruments and things can happen through no fault of their own. Make sure whomever you rent your instrument from offers insurance against the expense of accidental damage, maintenance and loss due to fire and theft.
Included Maintenance
Bell kits, like any musical instrument, are subject to wear and tear and need to be maintained. Make sure the rental program you choose offers repair service at low or no additional cost.
Easy Return or Exchange
Kids’ interests can change. So make sure you can easily change your rental instrument or return it with no penalty or added costs.
Rent to Own
Better rental programs will apply your rental payments towards the cost of purchase. Choosing one of them will give you more for your money… and an instrument at the end.
Ability to Upgrade
When your child advances at percussion, they may grow out of the beginner-level model. NEMC and other quality rental programs offer you the ability to upgrade your rental rather than lock you into the old instrument.
Just some of the top quality student brands available through NEMC
Please note, not all brands are available at each of our independently owned dealer locations.