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Shipping & Returns

Shipping & Returns

Our shipping policy

Free shipping! (4-10 working days)

Any item under 32kg with the "Free Shipping" icon displayed has the option to ship for free to ACT, NSW, VIC, QLD and SA metropolitan areas.

Free Shipping is not available to WA, NT, Far North QLD, TAS or any non-metropolitan or remote location within Australia, as determined by us. Shipping charges to these locations will be displayed in the cart during checkout.

Please note, if your total order weight exceeds 32kg, this option will disappear.

Express (Average 1-5 days)

Express shipping is available for orders that are within 1-5 business days of transit from our store. Our shipping platform will automatically determine and display this option if it's available to you. If it's not displaying, you're either located too far away from our store in Canberra, or the Standard shipping option will get it to you just as fast for the same price.

Express orders are shipped by Express Post, StarTrack or TNT depending on size/weight. Additional charges apply. If for any reason they are unable to deliver your order within 5 working days, we will refund any Express Shipping charges.

Standard (Average 2-10 days)

Standard shipping orders are sent using AusPost, StarTrack or TNT, depending on size/weight. Charges displayed during checkout are at the exact rate we will be charged for delivery by that carrier. Your location will determine the transit time.

Click & Collect

Order online and pickup contact-free. Orders will take 1-2 business days to process and be ready for collection. You will get an email from our staff when it's ready to collect. If your item is not in-stock in-store, we will get in contact with you so you're aware of how long it'll be until your order is ready for collection.

Stock availability -> "Online" or "In-stock, ship 2-5 days"

As we have limited space in our store literally, some items are stored at an external warehouse. These are brand new in box items, we will ship them directly from the warehouse to you, or to our store first to consolidate your order together for shipping or Click & Collect. Our 2-5 days to ship your item is a guide only, it may be shorter or longer depending on the item and which warehouse it's coming from as we have multiple across Australia. As always we will be in touch with you post purchase to give you the most accurate timeframe available, because just like you, we want your items to you as fast as possible.

Minimum Shipping

Orders under $50 attract a $10 shipping fee. This $10 fee will provide you with our Standard shipping service.

Parcel tracking

You will find your Tracking Number (if applicable) and courier website link in your shipment confirmation email. Small postable items may ship without tracking if Free Shipping is selected. Any orders sent without tracking are not refundable. If you require tracking on your item, please select Standard or Express shipping.

Dispatch policy and shipping addresses

Most orders will be dispatched from our store in Canberra, ACT by Startrack, TNT or Australia Post*. You will receive tracking for your order to the email used during checkout. Orders are typically delivered within business hours only, Mon - Fri (excl. Public Holidays). Some orders may be dispatched directly from our supplier in order to shorten delivery time - you will be notified if this applies to your order. Please allow up to 2 days for dispatch and 2-8 working days for delivery. Orders are covered by transit insurance. It is your responsibility to supply us with your correct shipping address.

*Parcel Locker / PO boxes - Auspost will not accept parcels over 100cm (0.25 cubic metres), so items like guitars, keyboards etc must ship via courier to a street address (not a parcel locker, PO box etc) with signature on delivery. Please bear in mind the size of the item(s) you order when providing your delivery address. If we are unable to ship to your nominated address we will contact you for an alternative.

We ask you for a valid shipping address, email address and your best contact phone number during checkout. Prior to dispatch, we will contact you via email, telephone or SMS to confirm shipping information and arrange the best day for delivery if applicable. To prevent your order being delayed, please respond as soon as possible during business hours, Monday to Friday.

Your order can only be delivered during business hours (Monday to Friday) and require a signature for confirmation of delivery. We therefore strongly recommend you nominate a WORK ADDRESS or similar for shipping. If there is no one at the delivery address when the courier attempts delivery, you may be charged a re-delivery fee. Large or bulky items such as Pianos, Acoustic Drums etc may have further address requirements (such as lift access) to ensure successful delivery.

Items damaged in transit

DO NOT sign for a package if you suspect it is damaged. Signing for an item means it has been received in good order, and any damage is no longer the courier's responsibility. If your item is damaged, you must call us (02 6282 3199) or email us (sales@bettermusic.com.au) to notify us within 24 hours. So we can help you best, please include your name, address, items ordered and a brief description of the apparent damage. All items will be assessed by us on a case-by-case basis.

Request for additional identification

For some orders, we may ask you to provide additional identification to confirm credit card information. You will be notified by us by telephone or email if this confirmation is required. We appreciate your understanding as we try to minimise fraudulent transactions.

International orders
Better Music does not ship internationally at this time.

Our returns and refunds policy

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonable foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

Returns procedure

To return an item, and so we can serve you best, the following procedure must be followed. We reserve the right to refuse the return of any item that does not comply with this procedure.

1. Item(s) must be unopened, unused, in their original packaging, with all included accessories, if applicable, and must not be damaged in any way.

2. To initiate a return, email us at sales@bettermusic.com.au within thirty (30) days of taking delivery of your product. Please include your name, best contact phone number, invoice number and product name. Where there is no proof of delivery, delivery date will be assumed to be four (4) business days from the date of dispatch.

3. Item(s) must be received by Better Music within ten (10) business days of the date you lodge your return request. Freight costs will be at your expense. Returned items will remain your responsibility during transit. Better Music will not accept liability for damage that may occur during transit. Please pack your returned item(s) carefully.

4. After receiving the returned item(s), Better Music will issue a refund, exchange or store credit according to your preference. A restocking fee to cover shipping costs to you originally may apply.

5. Due to COVID-19 health reasons all opened items are ineligible for return.

Refunds

Once approved, refunds will be made within two (2) business days via the same method as payment was made. You will be notified via email once your refund has been processed.

Warranty Assessment

If your item is found to be faulty due to a manufacturing defect, and is within the manufacturer's warranty period, Better Music will repair or replace your item. If your item cannot be repaired or replaced, we may offer you a store credit or issue a refund.

Items found to be faulty due to abuse, mishandling or any sort of misuse will not qualify for warranty repair or replacement.

To have an item assessed under warranty, and so we can serve you best, the following procedure must be followed. We reserve the right to refuse the return of any item that does not comply with this procedure.

1. E-mail us at sales@bettermusic.com.au to notify us of the faulty item. Include your name, best contact phone number, invoice number, product name and fault description.

2. We will reply to you within two (2) working days. If your return is approved, we will give you return details and the return address. This address may be Better Music, the authorised repairer or other authorised third party. We may also request further information to process the return.

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