Piano Rental Terms and Conditions (Acoustic and digital pianos)

1. PHYSICAL CONDITION OF INSTRUMENT

It is the responsibility of the renter to look after the piano, and to make sure the condition of the piano is the same as it exists at the time of delivery, except for wear and tear.

The renter is responsible for piano tuning (applicable to acoustic pianos only) at least twice a year after the piano has been delivered to the renter. Pianos may only be tuned or serviced by Music Talents Ltd., and may not be tuned or serviced by any other company or individual (except with the consent of Music Talents Ltd).

2. DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS

The renter must clear and prepare the delivery location and the means of access to receive delivery of the piano. Delivery involving extraordinary access or conditions (for example, over railways, stairways, lofts, marble or hardwood floors, etc.) shall be made at the renter’s sole risk and expense. Furniture and other items removed by Music Talents Ltd. shall be moved at the renter’s risk. Music Talents Ltd shall have no liability for any delays in delivery.

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained herein, Music Talents Ltd. reserves the right to cancel this rental contract if Music Talents Ltd. determines that the intended location of the piano in the residence or the means of access to the delivery location is unacceptable to Music Talents Ltd, as it sole discretion. If Music Talents Ltd has not been informed of any stairs or steps, then Music Talents Ltd. have the right to charge an additional amount to cover this.
 
3. USE OF PIANO

The renter agrees that acoustic pianos will be used only at the residence set forth on the front of this rental contract, and only for the purpose for which it was intended.

The renter may not sublease or improperly use the piano. The renter may not move the piano from its original location. If the renter moves home and desires the acoustic piano to be moved, only Music Talents Ltd. shall move the acoustic piano, which shall be at the expense of the renter.

4. RESPONSIBILITY FOR PIANO

The renter acknowledges that from the time the piano is delivered until it is returned, the renter is responsible for the piano. The renter agrees to exercise due and proper care in re-use and maintenance of the piano. If the piano is lost, stolen, vandalized, destroyed or damaged prior to being returned to Music Talents Ltd., regardless of fault, the renter is responsible for all damages, including, but not limited to, the costs to replace or repair the piano.

The renter agrees to notify Music Talents Ltd. immediately if the piano does not function properly. No refund or allowances will be made by Music Talents Ltd unless Music Talents Ltd. receives such notification and has had an opportunity to inspect the piano.

5. PIANO FAILURE

The renter agrees to notify Music Talents Ltd. immediately if the piano becomes inoperable for any reason. It is Music Talents Ltd. discretion to make the piano operable within a reasonable time, or provide the renter with a similar piano if available, or adjust the piano rental rate. 

The provisions of this paragraph do not relieve the renter from the obligations imposed by the other paragraphs, including, but not limited to, paragraphs 3, 5 and 6. In all events, Music Talents Ltd. shall not be responsible for any loss or damage including, but not limited to, consequential damage resulting from failure or defect of the piano.

6. RETURN OF THE PIANO

One month’s notice of termination must be provided to Music Talents Ltd. if the contract is terminated before the minimum rental term has expired, the renter is liable for payment of the remaining rental term.

Upon termination of this rental contract for any reason whatsoever, the renter agrees to cooperate in the return of the piano during Music Talents Ltd. normal delivery and pick up days, within the hours of 08:00 to 17:00 Monday to Sunday without specified times. The renter acknowledges that if inaccurate access information is given it could delay collection and may incur additional charges. Please note: if the piano is collected from the same place it was delivered then the collection charge will be the same as the delivery charge. Digital pianos can be brought back in person if you prefer.

7. CHARGES AND PAYMENT

The renter is responsible for rental charges and all sales and use taxes thereon from the time the piano is delivered until it is returned to Music Talents Ltd. Pianos rented for part of a billing month shall be charged for at daily rates.

8. RENTAL ONLY

This rental contract is not a sales contract. However, should the renter wish to purchase their piano this may be arranged at any time. If purchased any time within the first 6 months then the renter can deduct 100% of their rental payments to be deducted from the price noted at the time of commencement of the rental. Upon the 6th month of rental, at this point the renter may allow a discount equal to 6 monthly rental contributions. After a period of 12 months the discount is equal to 9 months rental contributions for digital pianos and 12 months discount for acoustic pianos, and shall remain so for the duration of the rental thereafter.

The piano is and shall remain the property of Music Talents Ltd., until such a time as the piano is purchased in full as per the terms of this contract. The renter shall not remove any identification tags which are attached to the inside of the piano. The renter has only the right to use the piano so long as this rental contract has not terminated and the renter is not in default hereunder.
 
9. PROHIBITION OF TRANSFER OF RENTER’S INTEREST

The renter shall not sublease, rent, assign, or grant a security interest in, or otherwise transfer the piano to another party.

10. INSPECTION

The renter agrees to allow Music Talents Ltd. to inspect the piano at any reasonable time.

11. LATE CHARGE

If the renter fails to make a monthly payment in full within ten (14) days after it is due, the renter shall pay a late charge in the amount of five percent (5%) of the part of the payment that is late.

12. DEFAULT

If the renter is in default of any of the terms and conditions of this rental contract, Music Talents Ltd., in order to enforce its ownership rights in the piano and to protect its interest in this rental contract, may take possession of the piano without judicial process and to do so, Music Talents Ltd. or its representatives, may enter the renter’s property and the renter hereby waives any right or action against Music Talents Ltd. for such entry and retaking.

In addition, the renter acknowledges that the failure to return, or the conversion or concealment of the piano is prohibited and such action may constitute a crime. In such event Music Talents Ltd., in addition to any other action it is entitled to take, may notify all authorities and take such other action, including, but not limited to, the filing of criminal complaints.

In the event of default by the renter, the renter agrees to pay Music Talents Ltd. legal fees, collection fees, court costs and any other costs and expenses incurred by Music Talents Ltd. in collecting any amounts due under this rental contract including, but not limited to, all costs associated with the retaking of the piano or otherwise enforcing the terms of this rental contract.
 
13. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

The renter warrants the truth and accuracy of all information contained herein and in all applications given to Music Talents Ltd. by the renter. This rental contract shall be governed by, and construed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom. This rental contract contains the entire agreement of the parties hereto with respect to the rental of the piano, and no prior or contemporaneous representations, inducements, promises, or agreements, oral or otherwise, between the parties not embodied herein shall be or any force or effect.

This rental contract shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the parties hereto and their respective heirs, executors, personal representatives, successors and assigns. No amendment to this rental contract shall be binding any of the parties hereto unless such amendment is in writing and such amendment is executed by the parties hereto.

Time is of the essence of this rental contract, and every provision herein. If the renter is composed of more than one person, the choices, designations, and other decisions of one shall bind all of the others, and all persons composing the renter shall be jointly and severally liable for all obligations of the renter herein. parties hereto. Time is of the essence of this rental contract, and every provision herein.

If the renter is composed of more than one person, the choices, designations, and other decisions of one shall bind all of the others, and all persons composing the renter shall be jointly and severally liable for all obligations of the renter herein.

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