I had almost despaired of finding someone capable enough to bring my instrument back to top condition, particularly because I live in a fairly isolated rural area.  But I decided to give the Musical instrument Repair Shop a try.  I'm very glad I did.  The result was amazing--and truly gratifying.  I've never heard the clarinet sound better! I have also recommended your shop, with enthusiasm, to others.

Best Wishes,
J. Gatta"
1959 Buffet R-13 Clarinet ~ Swedged all loose keys and machined hinge rods and pivot screws ~ Re-faced tone hole seat surfaces ~ Reconstructed and Refaced one tone hole ~ Changed necessary pads and re-seated and adjusted all pads ~ Regulated throughout and adjusted action

Repad

     Every clarinet repair will be executed by our master clarinet technician with over forty years experience in clarinet repair and performance.  A clarinet Repad at the Musical Instrument Repair Shop includes the complete disassembly of all keywork from the body of the clarinet followed by a thorough cleaning of all keys, rods, pivot screws, springs, tone holes, body surfaces and the entire clarinet bore.  All new pads are then installed using only premium quality pads which are centered in key cups and aligned and leveled over tone holes in the final assembly.  The keywork is carefully lubricated and the pad seating process is done.   Once the seating process is complete the clarinet repair is play tested.  After 48 hours the pad seat retention is checked and a final play test is performed prior to return shipping to you, our customer.  

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Repad

 Mechanical Overhaul

      The mechanical overhaul of a clarinet at the Musical Instrument Repair Shop includes the complete disassembly of all keywork from the body of the clarinet  and a thorough cleaning of all keys, rods, pivot screws, springs, tone holes, body surfaces and the entire bore.  All keywork pivot points are tightened by hand burnishing methods which restores the action to a like new performance level.  All tone holes are checked and correctly leveled where necessary.   All new premium quality pads, corks, felts, and necessary springs are installed.  Then the clarinet is reassembled, all pads are aligned and leveled over the tone holes, keywork is carefully lubricated and the pad seating process is begun.  Once the seating process is completed the clarinet is regulated and thoroughly play tested.  After 48 hours the pad seat retention is checked and a final play test is performed prior to return shipping to you, our customer.  

Mechanical  Overhaul

 Complete Restoration

       The complete restoration of a clarinet at the Musical Instrument Repair Shop includes all work described in our mechanical overhaul as well as the complete refinishing of the entire clarinet body and all key work.  Your clarinet will look and play like new.  

         The Musical Instrument Repair Shop offers the complete re-plating of all clarinet keys, post and tenon rings (except the bell flare ring) in a variety of electro plated finishes.  You can choose from Bright Nickel, Pure Silver Plate or 24k Gold Plate for the feel and look that you desire.   

Complete Restoration

  Payment
 

The Musical Instrument Repair Shop requires a 50% deposit, by either check,  money order or by PayPal (see our "Pay Now"  button below), on all major repair services to cover the expense of various materials, services and related costs incurred while your instrument is in process.     Plating prices are subject to change without notice due to the fluctuating values in the precious metals market and will be reflected on the final invoice.   You do not need a PayPal account to use your credit card.       Once you ship your musical instrument to us, please email us the tracking number so we can make appropriate scheduling adjustments.  Our scheduling is done on a "first come, first serve" basis.   We suggest that you purchase shipping insurance for the replacement value of your instrument.  The Musical Instrument Repair Shop will always require shipping insurance for the full replacement value of your instrument upon return shipping to you, our customer.                    Your musical instrument will be shipped via UPS Ground with an adult signature required.   The UPS tracking number and Paid In Full invoice will be sent to you via email.    All final payments may be submitted by check, money order or by PayPal made payable to the Musical Instrument Repair Shop.   You do not need a PayPal Account when using a credit card.  All shipping and insurance costs are the customer's responsibility.    Checks or money orders can be mailed to:        5128 Robbinstown Rd. Byrdstown, TN  38549-4547  (931) 864-8383  Please phone between  9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. CST Monday thru Friday You may click here to go to our shipping instructions page.  Thank you. back to the top

  If you would like more information or have any questions please email us at

info@musical-instrument-repair-shop.com