Who are we?
David Beletić is a multi-award winning diatonic accordionist who has been playing the diatonic accordion since the age of 12. He has learned from some of the most famous names in the world of diatonic accordion – Denis Novat and Zoran Lupinac – and has won numerous awards throughout his career, the most beloved of which is the gold medal at the international and world championships.
For seven years now, he has been running a diatonic accordion school, where more than 60 students develop their talent and love for this instrument every day. In his work with young people, David has recognized an important need – access to quality accordions, both for learning and for professional use.
From this idea came ARPE – a specialized platform for the sale and rental of diatonic accordions. Founded with the goal of making the accordion accessible to everyone who wants to play it.
ARPE combines knowledge, experience and personal selection of instruments that David carefully selects and tests. ARPE is not just a shop – it is a community of musicians, students and enthusiasts gathered around a common passion.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the process for renting an accordion?
1. Preparation of documents:
To prepare the documentation, it is necessary to send in advance:
- photo of your ID card (both sides)
- email address
- mobile phone number
Your data will be used solely for documentation purposes and accuracy checks, and will be protected in accordance with GDPR.
2. Certification of blank promissory note and sending of documentation
We send the buyer a pre-filled blank promissory note via e-mail. The buyer goes to a notary public for verification on their own. After verification, you take a picture of the verified promissory note and send it to us using your mobile phone. After receiving the picture, we send the accordion and all other necessary documentation by mail for signature:
3. When your accordion arrives, you will receive two envelopes with it:
- the first contains the contract that needs to be signed (in two copies)
- Place the signed contract (one copy) together with the certified promissory note in another empty envelope and immediately hand it over to the courier, keep the other copy of the contract for yourself.
- pay the courier the first rental installment (delivery and return costs are included in the first month of rental (€30)
If you wish to personally pick up the hatmonika, we will sign and exchange documents on site.
Should I keep the packaging the accordion came in?
Yes, definitely.
Please keep all the original packaging in which you received the accordion (boxes, protective materials, wrapping). In the case of a return, the accordion must be packed in the same packaging and in the same way in order to be as well protected as possible during transport.
Before returning, we will send you a photo with instructions on how to properly protect the accordion. You are also required to send us a photo of the packaged accordion before sending it back, so that we can verify that it is properly protected.
If the accordion is not packaged in accordance with the instructions we send you, the user assumes full responsibility for any damage incurred during transport and is obliged to cover the cost of repair or – if repair is not possible – the full cost of replacing the accordion.
When will the accordion arrive at my address?
We ship the accordion from Croatia and it arrives in 3-4 business days on average. If, after arranging the documentation, it happens to be sent on a Wednesday, based on our experience so far, it is more likely to arrive on Monday than on Friday.
What is the price of renting an accordion?
Accordion rental prices are:
- For one month: €50 with monthly payment
- For 6 months with advance payment: €240
- For 12 months with advance payment: €420
For all future monthly payments, we recommend that you set up a standing order to ensure regular and worry-free payments.
Can I buy an accordion that is on rent?
Yes, of course.
You can buy the accordion in full or in installments. The installment price can be negotiated according to your capabilities.
Do I have a warranty on the used accordion I buy?
Yes, of course.
You get a one-year warranty on the mechanics.
What if my accordion breaks during the rental?
In case of rental, all services for functional failures are included in the price, external damages are not.
While on rental, if your accordion needs to be serviced, you will receive a replacement while you wait for the repair.