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The restoration service that I purchased from the firm, the technical component has been completed to my satisfaction, and I never doubted that such would be the case.

R. McShane
Bach Stradivarius 180L Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate~ Precision Valve Build and Re-fit

The trumpet arrived tonight, it is beautiful! Well worth the wait.

God Bless.
Thank You,
D. Teeter
Ransalear Custom Trumpet - Custom Engraving- Restoration in Lacquer - Supplied and Installed Finger Rings- Bright Nickel Plated Finger Rings, Top Caps, Bottom Caps & Finger buttons

I waited a L O N G time to get this trumpet back. The wait was worth it! My 1949 Buescher Aristocrat Trumpet, completely restored in Pure Silver Plate is excellent. The finish is perfect and the valves are tight and smooth. I have a few more trumpets and cornets that I will be sending your way.

Sincerely,
M. Belser
1949 Buescher Aristocrat Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate - Precision Valve Build and Re-fit

Thank you so much for the beautiful work you did. My mom and I couldn't be happier with the work. It was worth waiting for.

T. Rittinger
The Regent Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate with Valve Section Replacement

I received my Conn 60B and I was very pleased with the quality of the restoration. I was able to play my horn in church, it was like having an old friend back. The valve action is superior.

In His Service,
R. Shope
1970 Conn 60B Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate ~ Precision Valve Build and Re-fit

I use my Martin Committee Model Trumpet everyday and am very pleased.

Thank you,
T. Augostine
1952 The Martin Committee Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer

My kids' trumpets arrived today and I want to thank you for a truly outstanding job of repairing them. You did more and did a better job than I expected and I am very grateful. Thank you and God bless you, your staff and families.

S. Spilman
Yamaha Trumpet YTR232 ~ Precision Valve Build and Re-fit - Re-soldered all the Bell Braces
Donald Getzen Caravelle Trumpet ~ Precision Valve Build and Re-fit - Re-soldered all the Bell Braces

I just wanted to say thank you to you and your entire staff. The restoration work you've done on my Chicago Benge is absolutely amazing. It has been transformed into a work of art. You and your staff continue to outdo yourselves. I can't put into words how pleased I am with all your efforts.

Thanks to all!!
K. Mensing
1950 Chicago Benge Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in 24k Gold Plate - 3 Precision Piston Valve Build and Refit - Supplied and Installed Brace form Leadpipe to 2nd Valve Casing - Supply and Installed Benge 3rd Slide Water Key - See Picture

The horn is GREAT!!

N. Laymon
1956 The Martin Committee Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer - Supplied and Installed Pinky Hook - Fabricated and Installed Decorative Overlay

Great job! Beautiful restoration! My 1967 King SilverSonic Super 20 looks and plays like new. Thanks for the super job.

S. Chait
1967 King Super 20 Silversonic Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer - See Picture

Thank you so much for the work; the horn turned out looking better than I had possibly imagined.

B. LaCasce
1973 Bach Stradivarius Model 37 Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Black Nickel Plate with Pure Silver Highlighting Option

      The trumpet looks fabulous--I just wish it sounded as good when I blow it as it looks.
      Thank you for your excellent work. I had no idea my old horn could be reborn. The mouthpieces also look great. If I am unable to play Merchant of Venice like Raphael Mendez by next month. I may give the trumpet to my grandson, who is now beginning trumpet lessons in fourth grade.
        Thanks again for your miracle. I didn't even know this particular Conn is a superior instrument.

C. Wortham
1946 Conn Ltd. Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer ~ Silver Plated 7C mouthpiece and a Conn mouthpiece

I love the job your did on my Olds Super Recording Trumpet. The engraving came out especially nice, the horn looks and plays like new which is amazing considering the horn is probably about 60 years old. The sound qualities of the "Super Recording" are well known and I now have a beautiful keepsake thanks to your work.

Sincerely,
E. Cooley
1948 Olds Super Recording Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer - Retraced Bell Engraving See Picture

Received the trumpet yesterday, it is beautiful! Thank you for your wonderful work . Rest assured that I will pass your name on to anyone wanting some musical instrument repair work.

Thank you again,
T. Sanderson
King Silvertone Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer See picture

I just wanted to say THANK YOU for the unbelievable great job you all did with the restoration of my LA Benge Trumpet.
I must say, I fully expected you to do a good job, but I really had no Idea how great you guys are. What you did with my trumpet is absolute ART. period. It is truly better than new.

Thanks again - You guys are great!!!!!!!!!
K. Mensing
LA Benge Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate - Replaced Leadpipe - Pure Silver Plated Mouthpiece

I feel I had to write and tell you how pleased we were with the restoration of the Stradivarius trumpet you just finished. This instrument had been played professionally in the Nashville Symphony for almost 30 years before I bought it for my 12 year old band student. When I saw the finished trumpet I had to check the serial number to be sure you hadn't sent me someone else's instrument. It looks better than the new. I could hardly believe my eyes. Our band instructor said he had not seen a better restoration in his 25 years of experience with instruments. The horn not only looks great, it plays like only a vintage Bach can sound. Thanks for your remarkable workmanship.

S. Reynolds
Bach Stradivarius Trumpet ~Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate ~ Supplied and installed 3rd slide knuckle

Trumpet received....very nice work! Thanks!

Thanks,
L. Gingrich
Bach Stradivarius Model 37 Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate See Picture

I just wanted to send you a belated note telling you how thrilled I am with my Bach Trumpet. When I first opened the box and saw it I was amazed at how beautiful it was. Although I've had this horn for over 20 years I never saw it new since I bought it when it was already 10 years old. I've always thought this was one of the special Bach 37's and seeing it in pristine condition was awesome. You did a great job replacing the customized leadpipe. Funny thing....the more I practice the better the horn gets.

Best regards,
R. Birnbaum
Bach Stradivarius Model 37 Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer - Precision Valve Build and Refit - Replaced Leadpipe See Picture

Just a note to let you know I received my horn Tuesday as scheduled. It is beautiful! Thank you so much for a great job done on my Bach horn. I will recommend your business to others and may use your services again.

Thanks,
M. Robinson
Bach Stradivarius Model 37 Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer ~

My trumpet arrived. WOW! Everything looks great! The horn's black nickel finish really looks nice. I'm really pleased and impressed with the work you did on my trumpet. I can't wait to play it at church tonight.

Thanks and God bless,
R. Young
Selmer Claude Gordon Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Black Nickel Plate with Pure Silver Plate Trim Option

I thank you for a job well done. In a word, "excellent"! Beyond my greatest expectations. You have restored my faith in my fellow man. In 73 years of dealing with professionals, this is the first time I have been completely satisfied. Your work is impeccable.
I only wish my playing was in the same condition of that horn.

Sincerely & Respectfully,
John Weidermann
"Mount Vernon" Model Stradivarius Bb Bass Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer See Picture

GREAT JOB!!
Absolutely beautiful! My son feels like he has a brand new instrument. We will recommend you to his friends!

Thank You!
S. Zirkle
1979 Bach Stradivarius Model 37 Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate

Received the Trumpet today and it looks great. Thanks for good work.

Sincerely,
D. Lima
Olds Mendez Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer

I want to praise Jesus for guiding you in your work. The horn is magnificent and most fitting to play in church to praise Him.

God bless,
J. Shaw
LA Benge Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate

Just wanted to let you know that I received my trumpet today. I also wanted to thank you for doing such a WONDERFUL job! The horn is 35 years old, but it now looks brand new! I can't wait to see the pastor's face when he sees it Sunday! I couldn't be happier with the horn or the service I received.

Sincerely,
D. Marcum
Olds Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer

Thank you for your prompt service. My daughter was delighter with the professional job you performed on her trumpet. Please rest assured we will be using you again as my other daughter and I both play and have instruments that will require tender loving care real soon.

Best Wishes,
G. Savill
Bach Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer

I have my beloved trumpet back looking bright as new! Thanks so much for a great job! My only problem now is that I can hardly bring myself to touch it!

Sincerely,
R. Robins
Bach Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate - Replaced Leadpipe, 3rd slide knuckle, 2nd slide pull knob and 3 valve stems

Thank you!! The trumpet is beautiful! My daughter was really pleased with the way it looked and played.

Sincerely,
R. Wills
Conn "Copper Bell" Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer

The trumpet is beautiful! Thanks for the great job!

R. Ammiano
Benge Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer

Thank you for the great service on my Buescher Trumpet and Olds Trombone. I'll recommend you to many. I couldn't be more pleased. It is obvious that you folks love what you do. God bless you and your business.

Sincerely,
A. Rice
Buescher Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate - Replaced and Installed New Leadpipe
Olds Trombone ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer

     Thank you for the great job you did on my horn. I picked it up from UPS today, and couldn't wait til I got home to take a look. I opened it in the parking lot and played a chorus of "Saints". It was just like old times!
     I remember when I first got that horn at the age of eight. It was a breathtaking sight, and today I relived that feeling. You've made a 47 year old a true work of art- mechanically and appearance wise.
     You've also restored a very important piece of my musical history. It will be proudly displayed with my other horns acquired during my career.

Best Wishes,
B. Vobornik
Olds Ambassador Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer

Thanks!! Looks great!!

D. Arnold
Bach Stradivarius Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate

I want to praise Jesus for guiding you in your work. The horn is magnificent and most fitting to play in church to praise Him.

God bless,
J. Shaw
LA Benge Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate

I am thrilled with the trumpet! I had no Idea that you would be able to restore it to look like new. Your skill and obvious care have made me (and my granddaughter) very happy. Thank you again for such outstanding craftsmanship. You accomplished a remarkable achievement!

Best Regards,
R. Weissenborn
Bach Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer

Thank you! I am recommending you to my friends and colleagues!

Thank you,
Paul Anderson
Bach Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate with 24k Gold Highlighting Option - Fabrication and Installation of 3rd Slide Water Key

I received my restored vintage King "Liberty" Trumpet yesterday. Thank you so for the beautiful work you did on this instrument. As you know, it was in very rugged condition when I shipped it to you. But, now it is truly a beauty!! I would highly recommend your shop to anyone wanting fine work and a reasonable cost.

G. Elkins
King "Liberty" Trumpet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate with 24k Gold Plate Inside Bell

I just finished opening the cartons and my wife says I looked like a little boy on Christmas morning. I couldn't believe my eyes! I thought you have made a mistake and sent me a new trumpet. I am absolutely amazed at the job you have done. I couldn't be happier with the outcome. Physically it looks brand new, and it plays like its brand new too. Your master craftsmanship is made obvious by the results you achieve. I will be recommending you to several of my brass playing friends. Thank you again for your patience and skill and for the amazing results you have achieved with my Conn.
My prayer is that god richly bless you in your business and personal life and that in all you do you grow closer to Him!

In His Service,
R. Ares
Conn Constellation Trumpet ~ Stripped Old Nickel Finish - Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate

Our Cornet Customer Comments

Finally! My horn looks beautiful, the workmanship is top shelf and it plays very well thank you. It was worth the wait.

D. Ponte
1901 Conn New York Wonder ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate with 24k Gold Inside the Bell ~ Precision Valve Build and Re-fit

I got the horn! Great work, I am soo pleased!! I have not stopped playing it since it came out of the box.

B. Tessitore
1905 Distin Shepherd's Crook Pro Model Cornet ~ Valve Build and Refit - Fabricated A-440 Tuning Bit - Repaired and Re-plated Leadpipe - Water Key Repair - Supplied and Installed Brace - Cleaned and Polished Inside and Out

Everything looks absolutely amazing and the overlay to the Distin leadpipe is barely noticeable! The restored Distin plays beautifully so much I may have to auction off the other horn!! The fabricated Bb bit is stunningly representative of the original. I've have seen other fabricated bits that always look "unoriginal". Many thanks once again for your craftsmanship and expertise in breathing new life into a masterfully crafted instrument, you are in a league of you own. Your talents are second to none!

Thank you again,
R. Norman
2 Distin Cornets ~ 1 Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate with 24k Gold Trim Option ~ Fabricated Bb bit ~ Distin #2 - Mechanical Overhaul

The cornet looks and sounds great. Thanks for your wonderful restoration.

Thanks again,
W. Boggs
1918 CG Conn Cornet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate with 24k Gold Lined Bell See Picture

Thanks! You did a great job for a very reasonable price. I will highly recommend you.

Best Wishes,
D. Morrison
1966 Reynolds Contempora Cornet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer See picture

Just got the Horn. Looks great.

Best Regards,
B. Tess
Selmer Bundy Shepherd's Crook Cornet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer

The cornet plays great! And looks like new. Thanks again for your wonderful craftsmanship. Who would have thought a 90 year old Cornet could sound and look so great!

Thank you,
T. Frey
1913 Holton "New Proportion Couturier" Cornet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate - Precision Valve Build and Refit See Picture

I received my old Conn Cornet as scheduled and I am very pleased with the appearance. Your company did an excellent job on the restoration. You have made this old instrument look brand new.

C. Taber
1890 Conn Cornet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate with 24k Gold Plate inside the Bell - Precision Valve Build and Refit - Supplied and installed water key- Fabricated and installed 2 custom overlays and a custom finger hook See Picture

My Cornet arrived! It looks beautiful!!

Thanks,
C. Emely
Bach Model 37 Cornet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate

I received the cornet yesterday. It's beautiful and it's a joy to play. Thank you so very much!! I was afraid it couldn't be done.

Sincerely,
J. Foster
Healy Shepherd's Crook Cornet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate -Bell Refit See Picture

Thanks !! Unbelievable job! I don't think it looked this good when it was brand new!

Thank you,
R. Norman
1882 Boston Shepherd's Crook Cornet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate

Excellent work once again on the Boston Cornet.

Thanks again,
R. Norman
1901 Boston Shepherd's Crook Cornet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate with 24k Gold Highlighting Option - Precision Valve Build and Refit See Picture

Love the horn after using it many months. I have received so many comments on the incredible restoration of the 1944 Bach Stradivarius Cornet. I was told by a member of the Jack Daniels Cornet Band it was the nicest vintage cornet he has ever seen.
I played a few solos with it as well as ensembles at my church. Most recently a ceremony thanking all the Civil Servants in our community and the National Anthem sang from the horn.

Thank you and God Bless,
J. Lehr
1944 New York Bach Stradivarius Cornet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate with 24k Gold Highlighting Option See Picture

I got the horn back today, it arrived safe and sound and looks fantastic. The custom made tuning bit works fine, played it at a gig last Sunday and am very pleased with it and received many favorable comments on it. It sure is a "pretty" horn.

Thank you and take care,
D. Burnley
1905 Boosey Cornet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate with the 24k Gold Highlighting Option - 3 Piston Precision Valve Build and Refit , 1 Rotary and Fabricated a Custom Made Tuning Bit See Picture

My Buescher 400 Cornet is absolutely fantastic. What a treasure for me. You are truly a superb craftsman.

Thank you,
B. Betterton
Buescher 400 Cornet ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer

I want you to know that I am extremely pleased with the beautiful restoration that you have completed on my "Vintage Gonet Cornet". You managed to take an instrument that most people would have turned into a lamp at best, and made it one of the most gorgeous instruments that I have ever seen. God has given you an amazing talent and I thank you for the extraordinary job that you have accomplished. I will recommend the Musical Instrument Repair Shop to all my musician friends, and I will definitely be doing business with you again. God bless you and your family.

Sincerely yours,
Craig Grubbs
Vintage Gonet Cornet ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate - Precision Valve Build and Refit - Fabrication and Installation of 2 Water Keys and of 2 Braces

Our Trombone Customer Comments

Thank you! My trombone looks and plays great. The workmanship is excellent. The open wrap does make a big difference. It was worth waiting for.

D. Mitchell
1971 Bach 42B Trombone ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer ~ Supplied and Installed Open Wrap Conversion ~ Open Valve Bore Size

I received the Bach 36B trombone yesterday afternoon: after giving it a good work-out, I'm thrilled! Your work is excellent, both mechanically and cosmetically.

Thanks again,
B. LaCasce
Bach 36B Trombone ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer

The trombone was delivered in "like new" condition. We praise the quality workmanship. The manufacturer's design on the bell was sharp and clear. I congratulate you.

May God Bless you and yours,

A. Mc Coy
1940 King 3B Liberty Trombone ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer - See Picture

You did an excellent job on the bones. When we unwrapped them, we were we all speechless. They are beautiful. They are both back in service, in fact the next day they were at school and on the marching field. My junior high school nephew said his band directors spotted the Cleveland and told him it was good to see he finally had a new horn. He told them it was the old bone and they took a second look.

Thanks,
P. Bradley
1965 King Cleveland Trombone ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer
1964 Olds Special Trombone ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer

My trombone is as good as new!

Many Thanks!
B. Weller
Bach Stradivarius Model 42 Trombone ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer

Received the trombone yesterday. It looks great. Thanks for making something old look new.

Thank you again,
P. Livsey
Olds Ambassador Trombone ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer and Pure Silver Plated Mouthpiece

I have received my trombone and I want to commend you on an expert job. I am very pleased.

Thank you very, very much,
W. Moore
King 3B "Liberty" Model Trombone ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver with a 24k Gold Lined Bell

I just wanted to let you know my trombone arrived today. The change in its appearance is amazing. You did a wonderful job. His workmanship is top notch!

Best Regards,
W. Goodrich
Blessing "Artist" Trombone ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer

Our Flugel Horn Customer Comments

Bravo!! Bravo!! I would, and will recommend you to my brass associates for your services any time I get the chance. The restoration job you did on my rotary flugel horn is really nice.

S. Soroken
Aug. Clemeus Glier Rotary Valve Flugel Horn ~ Complete Restoration in Lacquer See Picture

Our Euphonium Customer Comments

They are wonderful!! The double bell euphonium is spectacular!!

Thanks,
A. Ferguson
1925 York Double Bell Euphonium ~ Complete Restoration in Pure Silver Plate with 24k Gold Plate inside both Bells View Picture #1 and Picture #2
Schmidt French Horn ~ Complete Restoration in Original Finish

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