Musical Instrument Rental Agreement - KBB Music
Musical Instrument Rental Agreement - KBB Music
Musical Instrument Rental Agreement - KBB Music
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<strong><strong>Music</strong>al</strong> <strong>Instrument</strong> <strong>Rental</strong> Terms and Conditions<br />
1. Definitions:<br />
1.1 In these Terms:<br />
Accessories means the accessories that are rented with the <strong>Instrument</strong> including (but not limited to)<br />
neckstraps, mouthpieces, ligatures, caps, cleaning rods, bows, shoulder rests, power adaptors, note rests,<br />
keyboard stands, foot pedals, bags;<br />
Full School Year <strong>Rental</strong> commences on the date payment of the <strong>Rental</strong> Amount is made and ends on 15<br />
December of the same year (subject to these Terms);<br />
Half School Year <strong>Rental</strong> commences on the date payment of the <strong>Rental</strong> Amount is made and ends on<br />
30 June or 15 December, whichever is earliest (subject to these Terms);<br />
<strong>Instrument</strong> means the instrument specified in the <strong>Rental</strong> Form and shall where necessary include any<br />
variation to the <strong>Instrument</strong> as agreed in accordance with these Terms;<br />
<strong>Instrument</strong> Protection means the instrument protection (if any) purchased by the Renter;<br />
<strong>KBB</strong> or <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> means Webb Enterprises Limited t/a <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong>;<br />
Monthly <strong>Rental</strong> commences on the date the first payment is made and continues on a monthly basis until<br />
the <strong>Instrument</strong> and Accessories are returned (subject to these Terms);<br />
<strong>Rental</strong> Amount means the rental amount specified in the <strong>Rental</strong> Form and includes any variation to the<br />
<strong>Rental</strong> Amount as agreed in accordance with these Terms;<br />
<strong>Rental</strong> Form means the attached <strong><strong>Music</strong>al</strong> <strong>Instrument</strong> <strong>Rental</strong> <strong>Agreement</strong>;<br />
<strong>Rental</strong> Period means the rental period specified in the <strong>Rental</strong> Form being either Monthly <strong>Rental</strong>,<br />
Half School Year <strong>Rental</strong> or Full School Year <strong>Rental</strong>;<br />
Renter means the person named in the <strong>Rental</strong> Form and includes his/her successors and permitted<br />
assigns;<br />
Terms means these terms and conditions as they are amended from time to time.<br />
2. <strong>Rental</strong> Amount and Payment<br />
2.1 For Monthly <strong>Rental</strong>s:<br />
2.1.1 The Renter shall pay the <strong>Rental</strong> Amount and if chosen, the <strong>Instrument</strong> Protection and/or Service<br />
Package each month. Payment shall be made by Direct Debit on the first or the fifteenth of each<br />
month (unless that day is a weekend or public holiday in which case payment shall be made the<br />
next working day).<br />
2.1.2 <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> may, by giving prior written notice, vary the <strong>Rental</strong> Amount due from time to time.<br />
2.2 For Half School Year <strong>Rental</strong> and Full School Year <strong>Rental</strong>:<br />
2.2.1 The Renter shall pay the <strong>Rental</strong> Amount and if chosen, the <strong>Instrument</strong> Protection and/or Service<br />
Package, in advance.<br />
2.2.2 If the <strong>Rental</strong> Period is renewed in accordance with clause 3.3, the Renter shall pay the <strong>Rental</strong><br />
Amount for the renewed rental period by Direct Debit the next working day after the new rental<br />
period commences. <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> may by prior written notice vary the <strong>Rental</strong> Amount due for the<br />
renewed rental period.<br />
2.3 No refunds are given if the <strong>Instrument</strong> is returned before the expiry of the <strong>Rental</strong> Period.<br />
2.4 If the <strong>Instrument</strong> is returned after the expiry of the <strong>Rental</strong> Period, the Renter shall pay a daily rental fee of<br />
$2.00 for every day that the <strong>Instrument</strong> is late.<br />
2.5 In the event that a Direct Debit is rejected on the due date, the Renter authorises <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> to process a<br />
Direct Debit at a later date until payment is made.<br />
2.6 Payment is to be made without deduction or set off and in such manner as <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> shall stipulate from<br />
time to time.<br />
2.7 All prices in the <strong>Rental</strong> Form are inclusive of GST. The Renter shall pay all additional expenses in addition<br />
to the costs set out in the <strong>Rental</strong> Form.<br />
2.8 The Renter is responsible for all freight charges including freight charges in relation to the return or change<br />
of <strong>Instrument</strong> and/or Accessories and the servicing or repair of <strong>Instrument</strong> and/or Accessories.<br />
2.9 <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> will not be bound by clerical errors or omissions whether in computation or otherwise in the<br />
<strong>Rental</strong> Form, any quotation, acknowledgment or invoice and the same shall be subject to correction.<br />
2.10 All expenses, disbursements, legal costs (on a solicitor/own client basis) and/or debt collection agency<br />
fees incurred by <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> in the enforcement of any rights arising from these Terms shall be paid by the<br />
Renter on demand from <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong>. If not paid within 5 days of the date of the demand those costs shall<br />
incur interest at the rate of 15% per annum calculated on a daily basis.<br />
3. Term and Termination<br />
3.1 Unless terminated early in accordance with these Terms, this agreement shall remain in full force for the<br />
<strong>Rental</strong> Period.<br />
3.2 The minimum rental period for a Monthly <strong>Rental</strong> is three months. <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> may terminate a Monthly<br />
<strong>Rental</strong> at any time by giving no less than 20 working days prior written notice.<br />
3.3 For Half School Year <strong>Rental</strong> and Full School Year <strong>Rental</strong> the <strong>Rental</strong> Period shall automatically renew at<br />
the expiry of the <strong>Rental</strong> Period unless:<br />
3.3.1 the <strong>Instrument</strong> and Accessories (if any) are returned on or before the expiry of the <strong>Rental</strong> Period;<br />
or<br />
3.3.2 <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> gives prior written notice that the <strong>Rental</strong> Period shall not be renewed.<br />
3.4 The Renter may not change to a different rental plan until the <strong>Rental</strong> Period has expired.<br />
4. Return and Change of <strong>Instrument</strong><br />
4.1 On or before the expiry of the <strong>Rental</strong> Period, the Renter shall return the <strong>Instrument</strong> and Accessories to one<br />
of <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong>’s stores (for all store locations, please visit www.kbbmusic.co.nz).<br />
4.2 The Renter may at any time during the <strong>Rental</strong> Period change the <strong>Instrument</strong> to a different instrument<br />
within the same group (e.g. change to a bigger size or change from a flute to a clarinet) for no extra<br />
charge. If the Renter chooses to change the <strong>Instrument</strong> they will not lose any rights to purchase under<br />
clause 7.<br />
5. Property<br />
5.1 The <strong>Instrument</strong> and Accessories remain the sole property of <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> and title shall not pass to the<br />
Renter at any time.<br />
6. Default and Repossession<br />
6.1 If the Renter fails to pay any money due or is otherwise in breach of this agreement then <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong><br />
and/or its agents may without notice or demand enter any premises where the <strong>Instrument</strong> is or is believed<br />
to be and take possession of the <strong>Instrument</strong> (including the case), Accessories and any other items affixed<br />
to or contained in the <strong>Instrument</strong> or case.<br />
7. Purchase<br />
7.1 The Renter may convert from rental to purchase at any time during the <strong>Rental</strong> Period. The Renter may<br />
choose to purchase any instrument from stock currently held by <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> (new or used) provided the<br />
instrument chosen is in the same group of instruments as the rented <strong>Instrument</strong>.<br />
7.2 Subject to the limitations set out in clauses 7.3 and 7.4 below, the purchase price of the instrument shall<br />
be:<br />
- the recommended retail price (RRP) (this is the price before any discounts, promotions or any other<br />
offers)<br />
less<br />
- the <strong>Rental</strong> Amounts already paid (excluding <strong>Instrument</strong> Protection or Service Package) up to a maximum<br />
of 12 months rental, the first two Half School Year <strong>Rental</strong> or one Full School Year <strong>Rental</strong> (which ever is<br />
applicable).<br />
7.3 If the Renter chooses to purchase an used instrument, rental monies that can be deducted from the RRP<br />
are limited to 50% of amounts referred to in clause 7.2 above.<br />
7.4 If the Renter chooses to purchase a digital piano or keyboard, the <strong>Rental</strong> Amounts that can be deducted<br />
from the RRP under clause 7.2 above are limited to the equivalent of three months rental.<br />
7.5 <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> may offer the Renter a rental bonus in order to purchase the <strong>Instrument</strong> or an upgrade<br />
instrument from time to time.<br />
7.6 <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong>’s terms and conditions relating to purchases will apply to any purchase under this<br />
clause.<br />
8. Travel<br />
8.1 The <strong>Instrument</strong> may not be taken out of New Zealand without the express permission of <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong>.<br />
9. Good Condition<br />
9.1 The Renter shall keep the <strong>Instrument</strong> and Accessories in good working order and condition during the<br />
<strong>Rental</strong> Period. The Renter shall notify <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> immediately of any loss or damage to the <strong>Instrument</strong><br />
and/or Accessories.<br />
9.2 All servicing and repairs must be done only by <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> unless otherwise agreed in writing by<br />
<strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong>. Unauthorised repairs which need to be made good will be at the cost of the Renter.<br />
9.3 Notwithstanding anything in the Terms, the Renter agrees to indemnify <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> for making good any<br />
damage to the <strong>Instrument</strong> and / or Accessories caused by abuse or neglect.<br />
10. Servicing<br />
10.1 If the <strong>Instrument</strong> is a Deluxe <strong>Rental</strong> <strong>Instrument</strong> or if the Renter has purchased the Service Package,<br />
<strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> will, at no cost to the Renter, do any service necessary to keep the <strong>Instrument</strong> in proper<br />
playing condition (subject to the exclusions listed in clause 12 below).<br />
10.2 If the <strong>Instrument</strong> is not a Deluxe <strong>Rental</strong> <strong>Instrument</strong> and the Renter has not purchased the Service Package<br />
any service will be at the cost of the Renter.<br />
11. <strong>Instrument</strong> Protection<br />
11.1 If the Renter purchases <strong>Instrument</strong> Protection they are protected in the event of loss of the <strong>Instrument</strong><br />
by fire, theft, total loss or major damage (subject to payment of excess under clause 11.3.3 and the<br />
exclusions listed in clause 12 below).<br />
11. 2 The Renter agrees that if <strong>Instrument</strong> Protection is not chosen, the Renter is responsible for the care of the<br />
<strong>Instrument</strong> and agrees to indemnify <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> for the value of the <strong>Instrument</strong> should the <strong>Instrument</strong> be<br />
lost, stolen or damaged beyond repair.<br />
11.3 If <strong>Instrument</strong> Protection is purchased the following apply:<br />
11.3.1 In the event of fire or major damage, <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> will either repair satisfactorily or replace the<br />
<strong>Instrument</strong> with one of like age, condition and value, at the discretion of <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong>.<br />
11.3.2 In the event of theft or loss, the Renter must provide <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> with the original copy of the<br />
police report covering the facts of the theft or loss. The police report must include both the model<br />
and serial numbers of the stolen or lost <strong>Instrument</strong>. The <strong>Instrument</strong> will then be replaced with one<br />
of like age, condition and value (not a new instrument) as soon as possible.<br />
11.3.3 Excess In the event of loss of the <strong>Instrument</strong> by fire, theft, total loss or major damage the Renter<br />
agrees to pay the first:<br />
- $50 of each and every claim for a violin or viola; and<br />
- $100 for each and every claim for a cello<br />
unless the cost of repair or replacement is less than these amounts.<br />
12. Items not Covered by Deluxe <strong>Rental</strong>, Service Package or <strong>Instrument</strong> Protection<br />
12.1 Notwithstanding anything in these Terms, the Renter is responsible for all servicing, repair and/or<br />
replacement costs of the following and the following are not covered by the Deluxe <strong>Rental</strong>, Service<br />
Package and <strong>Instrument</strong> Protection.<br />
• Accessories supplied with the <strong>Instrument</strong> when rented.<br />
• Any condition that does not affect the playing performance.<br />
• Unauthorised repairs not done by <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong>.<br />
• Refinishing of lacquer or plated finishes.<br />
• Consumables that would be used in the normal operation or upkeep (e.g. strings, reeds, oils,<br />
cork grease, swabs, sticks, rosin, picks, etc.)<br />
• Abuse or neglect however caused.<br />
• Damage to finishes by improper cleaning.<br />
• Attempted removal of jammed mouthpieces. Damage to brass instruments and mouthpieces caused by<br />
attempted removal constitutes abuse and will necessitate replacement of mouthpieces at the Renter’s<br />
cost.<br />
13. Privacy<br />
13.1 The Renter authorises <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> to collect, retain and use any information about the Renter for the<br />
purpose of assessing the Renter’s credit worthiness, enforcing any rights under these Terms and<br />
marketing and promoting its goods and services.<br />
13.2 The Renter authorises <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> to disclose any information obtained to any other person.<br />
13.3 To the extent required under the Privacy Act 1993 the Renter is entitled to have access to and to request<br />
correction of personal information concerning the Renter which has been collected by <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong>.<br />
14. Cancellation<br />
14.1 <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> shall, without any liability, and without prejudice to any other right it has in law or equity, have<br />
the right to cancel this agreement where:<br />
14.1.1 the Renter fails to pay any money due;<br />
14.1.2 the <strong>Instrument</strong> and / or Accessories show signs of neglect or abuse; or<br />
14.1.3 the Renter commits an act of bankruptcy, is insolvent, is placed in liquidation or suffers any<br />
similar event.<br />
14.2 Any cancellation under clause 14.1 shall not affect <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong>’s claim for money due at the time of<br />
cancellation.<br />
15. Miscellaneous<br />
15.1 The Renter may not assign all or any of its rights or obligations under these Terms without the prior written<br />
consent of <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong>.<br />
15.2 <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> shall not be liable for delay or failure to perform its obligations if the cause of the delay or<br />
failure is beyond its reasonable control.<br />
15.3 Failure by <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> to enforce any of its rights at any time shall not be deemed to be a waiver of such<br />
rights.<br />
15.4 If any provision of these Terms is invalid, void, illegal or unenforceable the validity, existence, legality and<br />
enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not be affected, prejudiced or impaired.<br />
15.5 The laws of New Zealand shall apply to these Terms and conditions and the parties agree to submit to the<br />
non exclusive jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.<br />
15.6 These Terms shall prevail over the Renter’s terms and conditions (if any).<br />
15.7 <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> may by written notice to the Renter alter or replace these Terms from time to time.<br />
To avoid delay, please ensure you have completed all sections overleaf and have attached a completed Direct Debit Form.<br />
I agree to the <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong> <strong>Rental</strong> <strong>Agreement</strong> Terms and Conditions and understand my obligations if I do not choose <strong>Instrument</strong> Protection Plan as per<br />
clause 11.2 above.<br />
Signature:__________________________________________________________________________ Date:___________________________<br />
© <strong>KBB</strong> <strong>Music</strong>, 2012