Shipping policy
About our shipping:
- Our standard shipping method is USPS First Class or FedEx and typically arrive 3-5 business days after shipping.
- We do not use Media Mail. We want you to actually get your music. :)
- We ship most orders within 24 hours. If there is a longer lead time, you will know before you place your order. Every edition states the expected prep time right under the purchase button.
- You can upgrade most orders to FedEx 2-Day Air for just an additional $4!
How does this compare to our competitors? Here are a few with their cheapest shipping method and 2-day upgrade:
| Store | Budget Shipping |
Standard Shipping | 2-Day |
| Ficks Music | $5.99 (3-5 business days) | $9.99 - $24.99 | |
| Sheet Music Plus 🔗 | $2.99 (1-2 weeks after delayed shipping) | $4.99 - $10.99 (3-5 business days) | $15.95 - $22.95 |
| The Juilliard Store 🔗 | $9.50+ (2-7 business days) | $25.00+ | |
| JW Pepper 🔗 |
|
$4.99+ (1-5 business days) (e.g. $7.99 for a $30 order) |
$16.99 - $25.99+ |
Notes:
- Juilliard's prices are flexible and based on price and/or distance. The prices shown are the lowest available.
- JW Pepper's prices increase as order price increases. The lowest rate only applies to orders under $10.
- This table was last updated on October 21, 2022.
Please note: FedEx can not deliver to post office boxes. We reserve the right to ship using Priority Mail if you choose FedEx and only supply a post office box.
Shipping Questions
Do you ship internationally?
Yes!
We ship to any country that we legally can. We use DHL with most packages being delivered in 5 business days. The exact rates are computed at checkout. We no longer use mail/USPS because of lost packages.
Taxes and duties are calculated and collected at checkout so the package will be delivered to you without delay.
Why do you not offer a budget shipping option?
We used to offer Media Mail, but found that it was unreliable. While we strive to make delivery as quick and affordable as possible, we've found that the problems "budget" rates create greatly exceed the money saved.
What about overnight shipping?
Yes, but please call us at 215-592-1681 or email us at hello@ficksmusic.com if you need items overnight. We can do it, but want to make sure there aren't any surprises with the order, so we don't allow online checkout for overnight.
Can I pick up my order?
Absolutely! Just choose "pick up" as your shipping option during checkout. Once the order is ready, we'll send you an email to let you know! We're located at 1901 S 9th St (The Bok Building) in South Philadelphia.
