Reverb Fee Calculator — Calculate Reverb Selling Fees [2026]
Calculate Reverb selling fees including 5% commission and payment processing (2.7% + $0.25). See your net earnings on musical gear sales. Free calculator.
Reverb Fee Breakdown
Compare with Other Platforms
| Platform | Fee | Fee Rate | You Keep |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reverb | $39.29 | 7.9% | $460.71 |
| eBay | $62.05 | 12.4% | $437.95 |
| Facebook MarketplaceBEST | $25.00 | 5.0% | $475.00 |
What is Reverb Fee Calculator?
How to Use Reverb Fee Calculator
Enter the sale price of your musical instrument or gear. The calculator shows Reverb's 5% selling fee and the payment processing fee (2.7% + $0.25). See your total fees, net earnings, and compare with eBay and other platforms for selling music equipment.
How Reverb Fee Calculator Works
Common Use Cases
- Calculating net earnings from selling a guitar, amp, or pedal on Reverb
- Comparing Reverb fees with eBay for musical equipment sales
- Setting prices that cover your costs after Reverb's fees
- Planning a shop strategy with accurate fee projections
- Estimating monthly revenue for a Reverb music gear business
- Determining whether to sell locally or on Reverb based on fees
Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage does Reverb take?▼
Reverb charges a 5% selling fee on the item price, plus payment processing of 2.7% + $0.25. For a $500 guitar sale, you'd pay $25.00 (Reverb) + $13.75 (processing) = $38.75 in total fees, keeping $461.25.
Is Reverb cheaper than eBay for selling gear?▼
Yes, Reverb's total effective rate (~7.7%) is significantly lower than eBay's (~13.2%) for musical instruments. This makes Reverb a better choice for selling music gear, plus it has a more targeted audience.
Does Reverb charge listing fees?▼
No, Reverb does not charge listing fees. You can list as many items as you want for free. You only pay the 5% selling fee and payment processing when an item sells.
Does the 5% fee apply to shipping?▼
No, Reverb's 5% selling fee applies only to the item price, not the shipping charge. However, payment processing fees (2.7% + $0.25) apply to the total amount including shipping.
How does Reverb pay sellers?▼
Reverb processes payouts via direct deposit (ACH) to your bank account or PayPal. Payouts are typically processed within 1-3 business days after the buyer receives the item.
Can I negotiate lower fees on Reverb?▼
Reverb's 5% selling fee is standard for all sellers. Reverb Preferred Sellers may receive promotional benefits, but the base commission rate remains the same for everyone.
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