Effective Date: February 21, 2026

Welcome to 5th String Music (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of www.5thstringmusic.com (the “Website”) and your purchase of products from us.

By accessing our Website or purchasing from us, you agree to these Terms.

By using this Website, you represent that:

• You are at least 18 years old or are using the Website under parental supervision.
   
• You will not use the Website for any unlawful purpose.
   
• You will not attempt to interfere with the security or functionality of the Website.
   

We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for any lawful reason.

We specialize in musical instruments and related products. While we strive for accuracy:

• Product descriptions, pricing, and availability may change without notice.
   
• We do not guarantee that product descriptions or other content are error-free.
   
• We reserve the right to correct pricing errors, including after an order has been submitted.
   

All products are subject to availability.

When purchasing an instrument or other product online:

• Payment must be made at the time of purchase.
   
• We accept approved payment methods displayed at checkout.
   
• Online payments are processed securely through third-party processors.
   
• We do not store full credit card information on our servers.
   

We reserve the right to cancel or refuse any order at our discretion, including suspected fraud or pricing errors.

Shipping timelines provided at checkout are estimates only.

5th String Music is not responsible for:

• Delays caused by shipping carriers
   
• Lost or stolen packages marked as delivered
   
• Incorrect shipping addresses provided by the customer
   

Risk of loss transfers to the customer upon delivery to the carrier.

Returns and refunds are subject to our posted Return Policy (if applicable). Certain items may be non-refundable, including:

• Special orders
   
• Custom instruments
   
• Clearance or final sale items
   

Returned products must be in original condition unless otherwise stated.

All content on this Website, including:

• Logos
   
• Text
   
• Images
   
• Product descriptions
   
• Graphics
   

are the property of 5th String Music and may not be copied, reproduced, or distributed without written permission.

This Website and all products are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

To the fullest extent permitted by South Carolina law, we disclaim all warranties, including:

• Implied warranties of merchantability
   
• Fitness for a particular purpose
   
• Non-infringement
   

Some products may carry manufacturer warranties, which are governed by the manufacturer’s terms.

To the maximum extent permitted under the laws of the State of South Carolina:

5th String Music shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

• Use of this Website
   
• Purchase or use of products
   
• Inability to access the Website
   

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid for the product giving rise to the claim.

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless 5th String Music from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising from your misuse of the Website or violation of these Terms.

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of South Carolina, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any dispute arising under these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in South Carolina, and you consent to personal jurisdiction in those courts.

We operate in accordance with applicable:

• South Carolina commercial laws
   
• South Carolina consumer protection laws
   
• Federal trade and e-commerce regulations
   

Nothing in these Terms is intended to waive rights that cannot be waived under South Carolina law.

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated Effective Date.

Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of any revised Terms.

If you have questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact:

5th String Music
South Carolina
Website: www.5thstringmusic.com
Email: 5thstringmusic@gmail.com
Phone: 864-242-5428