Each key and lever is individually tightened by a special swadging process. All body dents and blemishes are repaired as close to original condition without jeopardizing your instrument structurally or acoustically. All tenon and neck corks are replaced at no extra charge. Your instrument is then precision-assembled, regulated, and thoroughly tested by a qualified technician. The replacement of major parts, plating of the key mechanism or body, and the removal of extensive blemishes or body damage will be charged extra at prevailing rates.
All prices given below are for instruments in average condition.
If the wood body of your woodwind is fractured, you will have the choice of either pinning the crack or have it remedied via the flush banding method. Properly done, either technique will stabilize the fractured section. Many repair technicians will have a strong opinion for one or the other methods of repair, however, we are able to perform both techniques to your satisfaction. The cost of repair for this type of damage is determined by estimate only. Usually, a minimum of two pins, with as many as six or more may be necessary.