Instrument repairs
We have experienced instrument repairers working in store at Presto Music. They have a wealth of knowledge across many instruments, with particular expertise in the areas of woodwind and brass we can offer a number of services from routine servicing to more complex adjustments, fixes and part replacements. All of our repairs are done from our well-equipped in-store workshop, which means urgent or small jobs can sometimes be completed In a single visit.
We are always happy to provide you with a quote or evaluate your instrument free of charge. Our friendly and passionate team have experience and specialism in guitars and can offer many guitar services, including restringing, clean-ups, truss rod adjustments and part replacements. Please pop in any time for a chat with our team!
Alex Preston
Alex joined us in the shop in October 2018. He graduated with distinction from a 3 year woodwind repair course at Newark College in 2007 and has been repairing woodwind instruments to a high standard since then, building up a successful woodwind repair business from his own workshop at home. During this time he has developed a fantastic reputation thanks to his detailed, friendly and reliable service. Alex is a keen player himself - a grade 8 player on all woodwind instruments - which enables him to quickly diagnose faults and thoroughly test instruments to ensure the best possible results.
Woodwind Instruments
Service Levels
Interim Service - Regular service to correct small faults that develop over time - Replacing or adjusting pads to close fully - Replacing worn corks as necessary - Adjusting linked mechanism - Oiling keywork as appropriate - Joint corks replaced if essential
Full Service - Removing all keywork and correcting small/medium faults during reassembly - All mechanisms cleaned and oiled - Joint corks replaced as appropriate - Stiff or loose keywork corrected as appropriate - Dents addressed as appropriate
Full Re-pad - Restore to new condition as far as possible - All pads and key corks replaced - All joint corks replaced - Springs carefully inspected and replaced as necessary Service levels are a guide and can be adapted on request. There are many jobs we can do for your instrument, so please bring your instrument in for a tailored quote, or contact us by email on alex.preston@prestomusic.com (woodwind repairs only) or shop@prestomusic.com (all other instruments).
Prices
All prices exclude pads, which are charged extra. An exact quote can be provided after instrument inspection.
Instrument | Interim Service | Full Service | Full Re-pad |
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Clarinet – Eb/Bb/A | £55.00 | £125.00 | £250.00 |
Clarinet – Alto/Bass | £100.00 | £225.00 | £450.00 |
Flute | £55.00 | £125.00 | £250.00 |
Piccolo | £55.00 | £125.00 | £250.00 |
Flute – Alto/Bass | £90.00 | £200.00 | £400.00 |
Saxophone – Soprano/Alto/Tenor | £100.00 | £250.00 | £450.00 |
Saxophone – Baritone | £140.00 | £280.00 | £500.00 |
Student Oboe | £70.00 | £150.00 | £250.00 |
Professional Oboe or Cor Anglais | £140.00 | £300.00 | £450.00 |
Bassoon | £120.00 | £270.00 | £500.00 |
Brass Instruments
Service Levels
Interim Service - A normal service advised every 12-18 months for generally well-maintained instruments.
Full Service - A comprehensive service advised every 5-10 years.
Prices
Instrument | Interim Service | Full Service |
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Trumpet (Bb/Db/Eb) | £35.00 | £65.00 |
Cornet (Bb/Eb) | £35.00 | £65.00 |
Tenor Horn | £35.00 | £65.00 |
Baritone Horn | £45.00 | £75.00 |
Euphonium | £50.00 | £80.00 |
Tuba (Eb/Bb) | £55.00 | £100.00 |
Trombone | £35.00 | £75.00 |
Flugel Horn | £35.00 | £65.00 |
String Instruments
Instrument | Fit Strings | Bridge | Full set-up |
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Violin | £10.00 | £25.00 | £50.00 |
Viola | £10.00 | £35.00 | £60.00 |
Cello | £25.00 | £50.00 | £100.00 |
Double Bass | £40.00 | £100.00 | £250.00 |
Guitar Repairs
For all guitar-related repairs, please call 01926 886883 and ask to speak to our specialist to see what we can offer.