Business Details
29 Years
experience
Trusted String Instrument Rentals & Repairs in Knoxville, TN
Wilhite Strings, founded in 1997, is a full-service violin shop located in Knoxville, Tennessee. We specialize in high-quality rental string instruments with maintenance, offering violins, violas, cellos, and basses tailored for students and professionals. Our services include instrument sales, accessories, restorations, and repairs performed by certified luthiers. We prioritize proper instrument setup to enhance learning and prevent frustration caused by inferior equipment. Our rental program includes free starter supplies valued over $50, such as method books, rosin, and shoulder rests. We provide flexible payment options, including monthly and annual plans, with maintenance included at no extra cost.Our team exchanges rental instruments without fees and offers pickup/delivery services for school programs in Knoxville, Maryville, Oak Ridge, and the Tri-Cities area. We maintain a rent-to-rent program with rental credit applicable toward future purchases. Our commitment to the East Tennessee string community is reflected in our personalized service and dedication to quality. We ensure timely repairs using specialized tools and training, with no charges for maintenance performed by our team.
Services
Violin Rentals
Viola Rentals
Cello Rentals
Bass Rentals
Instrument Repairs
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience serving East Tennessee's string community.
- Our certified luthiers perform in-house repairs and instrument setups.
- We include free starter supplies valued over $50 with every rental outfit.
- We offer flexible payment plans with maintenance included at no extra cost.
- We provide free pickup/delivery for school programs in four regional areas.
What people say
Staff is really amazing
Prices are reasonable
Instruments are great quality
Where the pros go
Awesome place for rentals
Services
Violin Rentals
Wilhite Strings offers high-quality violin rentals with professional setup by certified luthiers. Each rental includes a bow, case, and free starter supplies valued over $50. Instruments receive regular maintenance to ensure optimal playability for students and professionals.
Instrument Repairs
Our certified luthiers provide in-house repairs and adjustments for all string instruments. Services include string replacement, humidity damage restoration, and accident repairs. Maintenance is included at no extra cost for rental instruments.
Rental Credit Program
Earn rental credit toward future instrument purchases. First-year payments apply 100% to credit, with 50% accrual thereafter. Credit can be used toward any instrument in our shop, including new and rental models.
Delivery Services
We offer free pickup and delivery for school orchestra programs in Knoxville, Maryville, Oak Ridge, and the Tri-Cities area. Appointments available for individual and teacher locations to ensure convenient access to rentals and maintenance.
Accessories Sales
Wilhite Strings sells essential accessories including rosin, polishing cloths, music stands, and method books. Free starter packages with rentals include shoulder rests, rockstops, and music folders to support beginning musicians.
Questions
What rental instruments are available?
We offer violin, viola, cello, and bass rentals with professional setups. All rentals include a bow, case, and free starter supplies.
Do you include maintenance with rentals?
Yes, all rentals include free in-house maintenance by certified luthiers with no additional charges for repairs.
What payment options exist for rentals?
Choose monthly payments or pay annually to receive 3 months free. A one-month non-refundable down payment is required.
Can rental payments be applied to purchases?
Yes, 100% of first-year payments apply to rental credit, with 50% accrual thereafter toward any instrument purchase.
Do you deliver instruments to schools?
We provide free pickup/delivery for school programs in Knoxville, Maryville, Oak Ridge, and Tri-Cities areas.
What happens if an instrument is stolen?
Provide a police report within 7 days, and you will not be charged for the stolen instrument.
