Question 1

What fees does Reverb charge sellers?

Accepted Answer

Reverb charges a 5% selling fee (minimum $0.50, maximum $500) on the total sale including shipping, plus a payment processing fee of 3.19% + $0.49 for regular sellers or 2.99% + $0.49 for Preferred Sellers. Optional Reverb Bump promotion fees (0.5%-5%) apply only if you choose to use them.

Question 2

How do I become a Reverb Preferred Seller?

Accepted Answer

Preferred Seller status is earned through consistent sales history, excellent customer service, fast shipping, and positive buyer feedback. Reverb invites eligible sellers to join the program. Benefits include lower payment processing fees (2.99% vs 3.19%) and priority customer support.

Question 3

What is Reverb Bump and should I use it?

Accepted Answer

Reverb Bump is an optional pay-per-sale advertising tool that promotes your listing at the top of search results. You set your own rate (0.5% to 5%), and only pay when your item sells. Use Bump for high-value items that need faster visibility, but skip it for items that will sell quickly anyway. A 1-2% bump rate is usually enough for most listings.

Question 4

Does Reverb provide free shipping labels?

Accepted Answer

No, Reverb doesn't provide free shipping labels, but they offer heavily discounted rates through UPS, USPS, and FedEx - typically 30-50% off retail shipping costs. You can also use your own shipping method if you have better rates through a business account.

Question 5

Is the selling fee calculated on shipping too?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Reverb's 5% selling fee applies to the total sale amount, which includes both the item price and the shipping cost you charged to the buyer. For example, if you sell a $500 guitar with $25 shipping, the selling fee is calculated on $525, resulting in a $26.25 fee.

Question 6

What is the maximum selling fee on Reverb?

Accepted Answer

The selling fee is capped at $500 maximum. This means if you sell a vintage guitar for $15,000, instead of paying $750 (5%), you only pay the $500 maximum. This cap makes Reverb attractive for high-end vintage gear sellers.

Question 7

How long does it take to get paid on Reverb?

Accepted Answer

Reverb releases your payment after the buyer receives the item and the return window closes (typically 7 days after delivery). First-time sellers may experience slightly longer hold periods. Payments are sent to your linked bank account or PayPal. Total time from sale to payout is usually 10-14 days.

Question 8

Can I accept offers on Reverb listings?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can enable the "Make an Offer" feature when creating your listing. This allows buyers to submit offers below your asking price. You can accept, decline, or counter their offers. This feature is great for moving inventory faster, especially on higher-priced items where buyers expect some negotiation room.

Question 9

Are Reverb fees tax deductible?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all Reverb fees (selling fee, payment processing, Reverb Bump) are tax-deductible business expenses if you're selling as a business. Keep detailed records of your fees and profits. Reverb provides downloadable sales reports with complete fee breakdowns for tax reporting. Personal sales of used gear at a loss are typically not taxable income.

Question 10

What items sell best on Reverb?

Accepted Answer

Vintage guitars (Fender, Gibson, Martin), boutique effects pedals, analog synthesizers (Moog, Roland), high-end audio interfaces, and rare vintage amplifiers tend to sell quickly at premium prices. Limited edition gear, discontinued models, and well-maintained vintage equipment attract serious collectors willing to pay fair market value.

Question 11

How does Reverb compare to eBay for selling gear?

Accepted Answer

Reverb typically has much lower fees than eBay. Reverb charges around 8-9% total fees, while eBay charges 13.25% for musical instruments. Reverb also has a more targeted audience of musicians and collectors who understand gear values, often resulting in higher sale prices and fewer returns.

Question 12

How does this calculator save my data?

Accepted Answer

Your inputs are automatically saved to your browser's local storage, so when you return, your previous values are restored. No data is sent to our servers - everything stays private on your device. Clear your browser data to reset the calculator.

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