Before repair:
Assessment of the instrument and evaluation of existing damage.
Disassembly:
The instrument is completely taken apart, the valve section removed, slides and bows detached – ready for dent removal, repair, restoration, or modifications (according to your wishes).
Repair phase:
Dents are removed and damage repaired. In some cases, new valve slides or bows are fitted, missing parts are faithfully reproduced, braces replaced, and bell, leadpipe, and other components are straightened, filed, ground, and pre-polished.
Assembly:
After re-soldering, excess solder is removed, followed by polishing and preparation for lacquering or silver-plating.
Final stage:
Once lacquered or silver-plated, the valve section is reassembled, slides greased, springs replaced, and the inner tubing thoroughly cleaned. With the valve section overhauled, the instrument is technically restored to “like new” condition and plays as well as – or even better than – on the very first day. The instrument is now finished and shines again.
If an instrument is played frequently and over long periods, regular cleaning is recommended. Over time, deposits of lime, verdigris, and old oil or grease accumulate inside, which can obstruct airflow and impair the mechanics. In addition, a kind of “moisture biotope” can form, accelerating chemical processes in the material such as dezincification. Beyond appearance, cleaning is also advisable for hygienic reasons.
Before ultrasonic cleaning, the instrument is completely disassembled. It is then placed in a temperature-controlled cleaning bath and treated with ultrasonic waves. After cleaning, it is dried and reassembled. Slides are greased, bearings and valves oiled, and worn parts such as porous water key corks or silicone bumpers are replaced.
The result is remarkable: depending on the degree of contamination, the inside of the instrument looks as fresh as on the very first day.
Price: from €39.00 (depending on instrument & level of contamination)
Quantity discounts are available for ensembles, orchestras, or school groups starting from 5 instruments.
