In Home Bow Trial
In Home Bow Trial
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Bow Trial Program
The best way to evaluate a bow is to play it for yourself. Our in-home bow trial program allows you to trial up to three bows, for seven days. We'll cover the shipping costs, and there is no obligation to make a purchase.
To request your trial, just tell us a bit about what you're looking for in the comments/desired bows section, above. Then, click add to cart, and proceed through our secure checkout. Or, call us at 800-372-4151, to arrange a free consultation, prior to ordering. If you reach our voicemail, please leave a message and we'll return your call as quickly as possible.
Note: If you are primarily interested in CodaBow viola or CodaBow cello bows, we recommend calling us for your consultation before proceeding with the trial order.
Professional Colsultation
After receiving your trial request, Mr. Fisher will contact you, by phone, usually within 24 hours, to discuss what bows might work best for your particular needs. This consultation is a significant benefit, and is required before the trial can proceed.
Shipping
We ship trials by UPS Ground, with a signature required upon delivery. For security reasons, bows must ship to your verified credit card billing address. We cover the cost of shipping and return shipping, within the contiguous United States. Shipments to Alaska, Hawaii, and non-contiguous territories can be ordered, but will have an additional cost for shipping.
When will I get my bows?
Delivery times will depend on the bows you seek. We will discuss this in our initial consultation. Note that bows often must be obtained specifically for your trial, prior to shipment. And, availability depends on our inventory, and that of the bow makers and distributors. Additionally, there is sometimes a waiting list for certain models, if they happen to be on trial to other customers.
One-Week Trial
Once you've had the bows in your possession for a week, we ask that you return them, so that we can help other customers. If a few extra days would be helpful, send us an email. We are often able to approve a short extension.
Payment for Bows Purchased
If you choose to keep one of the bows, just send us an email to let us know. We'll send you a link to complete your purchase. Financing is available via Shop Pay.
Can I arrange a second trial with different bows?
Additional trials can usually be arranged, provided the requested bows are available. Just let us know how your trial is going, what you like/don't like about the bows, and we'll do our best to guide you in the right direction.
The customer service was very efficient and James is understanding and helpful. Highly recommended.
I am very happy with the JS Fisher in home trial experience, James called me to guide me through the selection process, and gave me recommendations that suit my need, they are expert in bow instruments, very happy with the experience, 5-stars
Having the opportunity to try three fairly expensive bows and compare them against each other was very helpful in making a decision. Mr. Fisher was a great help and the program was straight forward and easy.
The bow trial helps me understand which violin bows I prefer. The Fisher team was professional and helped me greatly in selecting my three bows for this trial.
Communication and logistics went very smoothly. All good!