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Here at Pasadena WoodWind Repair we offer three main levels of servicing<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Come in for a free estimate by Appointment<\/strong><\/p>\n

Call or Txt \u00a0626-376-3447<\/strong><\/p>\n

or Schedule an appointment online<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The information below is an example of my services but please note each instrument is evaluated on what your particular instrument \u00a0needs.i try to give options to \u00a0make it\u00a0cost effective for the customer . depending on how long\u00a0it will take me to do the job plus\u00a0any parts needed.<\/p>\n

Most instruments need a tuneup if they have not been serviced for a while or have been in storage.Pro instruments i also evaluate by play testing as well as visual,i can assess what needs to be done within 2- 15 minutes.<\/p>\n

quite honestly all used instruments have things that need to be fixed or corrected,whether they will effect the instrument very much is another question .if a customer calls me and sais hey i have a very small problem you should be able to fix it right away,more often than not it is something that is hard to see and that is well hidden and will take more time than the customer thinks ,from experience i have learnt to expect something different than what the customer thinks it is ,because\u00a0this has happened over and over again .like a customer will say oh this key and this key is off ,then i see it and show them the neck is way out ,there response is well if plays fine with that but those notes are off,and of course it was the neck which took me 2 or 3 times longer to fix than just the regulation ,well now i try not to say so much ,give a fair estimate and then just fix the thing what ever it is,job done and \u00a0then move on to the next project.<\/p>\n

Some jobs have problems behind or inside the pads that you cannot even see or other problems with materials used which in that case i would suggest a complete overhaul ,starting from scratch eliminates all the potential errors.<\/p>\n

because i am able to see errors or problems that many others do not you are getting a much better service than just a regular tune up ,i will make it the most playable it has been.many old instruments suffer from these problems esspessially.knowing how to adjust the setup in combination with the condition of the neck is important for instance.<\/p>\n

players from time to time come in with instruments that have intonation problems in cirtain areas or sound problems including problems finding a good reed which is often a sign the instrument is not performing properly ,yet they have had it fully overhauled at a the top repair facility in \u00a0Major Cities,sometimes they have been playing on it for years with the same problems.<\/p>\n

my tune up or overhaul service will \u00a0fix those problems that should have been resolved in the first place , i sometimes can hardly believe\u00a0that these errors were\u00a0overlooked.for Proffesional instruments It has helped\u00a0being a\u00a0 player as well as a fully trained technician to fully evaluate the final job on a professional horn, as\u00a0 most technicians don’t play the instruments\u00a0they are not able to properly evaluate the job\u00a0,just measuring everything perfectly is not enough .I find\u00a0 80-90% can be done by sight but the rest \u00a0must be done by ear.<\/p>\n

Minor Service –<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is our most basic level of servicing and is designed to keep the instrument in good playing condition.pads are cleaned and adjusted where necessary, key corks and felts (where necessary)and oiling of the mechanism. The instrument is adjusted and regulated throughout. Please note the instrument is not usually stripped down with this level of service.<\/p>\n

Full Service –<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is designed to keep your instrument in premium working order, preventing unwanted problems occurring during everyday use.<\/p>\n

The instrument and mechanism is fully stripped down. The keywork and body is cleaned where possible and pads, key corks and felts replaced (where necessary). The instrument is re-assembled, lubricated, and to finish is adjusted and regulated throughout.<\/p>\n

Complete Overhaul Re-pad\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Complete\u00a0Overhaul Re-pad\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0Your instrument will perform better than when it was new at the conclusion of this work and will last a very long time..<\/p>\n

The instrument and mechanism is fully stripped down. The keywork and body is cleaned where possible .the tube body and neck are worked on where needed ,all tone holes are meticulously evened with diamond cutting tools with the absolute minimum amount of material removed in the process and ALL pads, key corks and felts replaced. Shellac is used to fit the pads not hot glue (hot glue is not a good idea but is often used ,it is easier to apply thats probably why but pads will easily shift esspecially \u00a0in hot weather.The instrument is re-assembled, lubricated, and to finish is adjusted and regulated throughout.Play tested several times .left for a few days to settle in then rechecked ,play test again adjust if needed.<\/p>\n

Many other services are available Please Call for further details.<\/p>\n

Custom pads and resonators<\/p>\n

pads with noyek resonators or Roo pads will be quoted separately.<\/p>\n

Prices<\/strong><\/p>\n

Instrument Minor Service or Full Service<\/strong>
\n<\/strong>Flute<\/strong> From $75 From $140 POA
\nClarinet<\/strong> From $75 From $140 POA
\nOboe \u00a0<\/strong>from $75 From $140
\nSoprano or Alto Saxophone<\/strong> From $95 From $195 POA
\nTenor Saxophone<\/strong> From $100 From $225 POA
\nBari Saxophone<\/strong> From $120 From $240 POA<\/p>\n

(please note depending on the work required the price may be in between the minor or full service price,making it most cost effective to you.)<\/em><\/p>\n

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Complete\u00a0 Overhaul\u00a0repad\u00a0includes the following:<\/b><\/p>\n

Student Clarinet Complete Overhaul-repad $300
\nstudent Flute Plateau model \u00a0$300
\nPro Flute open whole solid Silver $500.00 Plus
\nPro Clarinet Complete overhaul $450<\/b>\u00a0-550 ,includes any custom pads ,including cork in the left hand ,all Roo or gortex included
\nOboe student plastic \u00a0$375
\nOboe\u00a0Professional\u00a0Grenadilla wood \u00a0$500-750
\nSoprano Sax Complete Overhaul Repad $1000
\nAlto sax Complete overhaul Repad \u00a0$950,Includes French Pads ,custom resonators call for priceTenor Sax Complete Overhaul Repad $1000 ,Includes French Pads ,custom resonators call for price
\nBari Sax Complete overhaul \u00a0Repad $1200.Includes French Pads ,custom resonators call for price<\/b><\/p>\n

student or senoir discounts may apply<\/i><\/p>\n

Resonator choices<\/b>
\nflat metal resonators,domed metal,plastice domed,hollywood resos,included
\nall Roo pads please add $50
\nResotech \u00a0resonator sets 220<\/p>\n

Please note ,in some cases my overhaul prices are 30-40% Cheaper than other repair facilities<\/i><\/p>\n

example tenor overhauls are going for $1500 plus \u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026\u2026.alas My Price $1000<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n