We are able to safely ship basses in the continental United States by XPO Logistics (formerly Con-Way Freight). Basses are shipped upright in a shipping box or trunk and attached to a pallet. It is far too dangerous to ship a bass with the strings on an sound post up, so we always disassemble them. We have a 100% safety and delivery record with Con-Way and will continue to use their service with the highest confidence.