Flute and piccolo repairs

Pricing varies based on the level of the instrument, needs of the player and choice of pads. There is no charge for estimates or consultations.

Services offered include:

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  • Replacement and installation of individual pads, key corks, felts, etc.
  • Close individual leaks.
  • Solder broken keys or parts.
  • Dent removal and body repair.
  • Key repair and re-fitting of loose keys.
  • Tighten loose tenons or fit aftermarket head joint.
  • Replace and seal head joint cork.
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Annual maintenance on the flute that includes (but is not limited to) the following:

  • Complete disassembly of flute. Remove all old oil and grease and re-lubricate keys. Head joint, body and foot joint washed and polished. Keys hand-cleaned and polished.
  • All leaking pads sealed or replaced (Up to to 3 pads replaced included)
  • Head joint, body and foot joint washed and polished. Keys hand-cleaned and polished.
  • All slow-moving or bent keys repaired.
  • Minor dents removed.
  • Expand tenons if required
  • Adjust key timing and remove lot motion/double play.

    • Closed hole student flute: $160.00 Replace head cork - +$30

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A complete re-build and restoration of the flute, bringing it back to like-new mechanical and playing condition. Typically needed every 5 - 12 years, depending on upkeep and use. An overhaul includes (but is not limited to) the following:

  • Complete disassembly of flute, including all keywork and pins. Head joint, body, foot joint and all keys chemically cleaned and polished.
  • All mechanical and cosmetic damage repaired.
  • All pads, felts and corks replaced and installed.
  • All keys re-fit and toneholes leveled and re-finished.
  • Any requested customizations carried out e.g. key heights, spring tensions, G sharp extension, High E Facilitator etc.