Musical Instrument Repairs

General Information

 TJ Monell has completed training through the Colorado Institute of Musical Instrument Technology and is a professional member of the National Association of Professional Band Instrument Repair Technicians (NAPBIRT). 

Repair Estimates & Authorization
Prices listed are labor charges unless otherwise specified and are subject to change. Parts, pads, strings, and other materials are additional (“*”). Repairs involving significant damage, unusual conditions, or additional work discovered during service may require additional time to estimate and confirm customer authorization. Turnaround time can be dependent on the repair backlog and the availability of parts, materials, and supplies. 

Repair Services Not Offered:
Pianos – No piano tuning or repair (acoustic or digital). Unable to provide recommendations on piano service providers. 
Electronics – No amp, pedal, or other electronic device repairs. 

Brass Instrument Repairs

General Brass Repair Services

Stuck Mouthpiece Removal … Free
Stuck Slide or Piston Removal … $15 each
Solder Repair … $20+ per solder point
Dent Removal … $35+
Mute Cork Replacement … $15

Trumpet & Cornet Repair

  • Clean & Service … $65
    Full disassembly, cleaning and removal of buildup, adjustment/alignment of pistons and slides, and replacement of felts and corks as needed.

Trombone Repair

  • Clean & Service … $85
    Full disassembly, cleaning and removal of buildup, and replacement of felts and corks as needed.
  • Slide Repair & Service … $115
    Correction of sluggish or stuck slides caused by dents, bends, or alignment issues. Includes cleaning.

French Horn Repair

  • Single Horn Clean & Restring … $115
  • Double Horn Clean & Restring … $145
    Both services include full disassembly, cleaning and removal of buildup, adjustment/alignment of rotors and slides, and replacement of bumpers and string.

Baritone/Euphonium Repair

  • Clean & Service … $100
    Full disassembly, cleaning and removal of buildup, and replacement of felts and corks as needed.
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Fretted Instrument Repairs

Includes acoustic or electric guitars, basses, ukuleles, and more!

Restring (Standard Acoustic or Electric) … $15*
Restring (Floyd Rose, 12-String, or Classical Guitar) … $20*
Basic Setup (Clean Fingerboard, String Height, Neck Adjustment, Intonation, & Clean Electronics) … $60
Nut (New Install – Pre-Slotted) … $25*
Saddle (New Install – Acoustic Guitar) … $25*
Fret End Dressing … $45
Strap Button Install … $8*
Potentiometer/Jack Replacement … $15 ea.*

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String Instrument Repairs

We service violins, violas, cellos, and upright basses. 

Restring (Full Set) … $10*
Restring (Single String) … Free with Purchase of Individual String
Soundpost (Reset) … $10
Soundpost (New Install) … $25
Bridge (Refit/Height Adjustment) … $25
Bridge (New Install – Custom Cut to the Instrument) … $50*
Tuning Peg (New Install) … $10 per peg*
Nut (New Install) … $45*
Saddle (New Install) … $45*
Bow Rehair … $65*
Open Seam Repair … $30-$50
Violin or Voila Fingerboard Reglue … $30 
Violin or Viola Crack Repair/Neck Reset … $100-$250+

Note: Replacement parts and materials are additional (“*”) unless otherwise specified. Structural repairs and repairs involving significant damage will be inspected and quoted individually.

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Woodwind Instrument Repairs

General Woodwind Repair Services

  • Minor Key Adjustments … $25 minimum (Labor & Parts)
    Includes diagnosis and minor adjustment of issues such as squeaking, sluggish or sticking keys, or minor mechanical problems. Replacement pads, springs, corks, and other parts are additional.  
  • Dent Removal … $35+
  • Solder Repair … $20+ per solder point

Flute Repair

  • Clean & Service … $80
    Full disassembly, cleaning and polishing of the body and keys, oiling, key adjustment and regulation, and replacement of key corks and felts as needed. Replacement of worn, damaged, or missing pads or parts cost extra.
  • Head Cork Replacement … $10
  • Full Repad (Includes Clean & Service) … $250 

Clarinet Repair

  • Clean & Service … $80
    Full disassembly, cleaning and polishing of keys, oiling, key adjustment and regulation, and replacement of key corks and felts as needed. Replacement of worn, damaged, or missing pads or parts cost extra.
  • Tenon Cork Replacement … $10 each
  • Full Repad (includes Clean & Service) … $250

Saxophone Repair

For altos and tenors. Please contact about sopranos and baritones.

  • Clean & Service … $140
    Full disassembly, cleaning and polishing body and keys, oiling, key adjustment and regulation, and replacement of key corks and felts as needed. Replacement of worn, damaged, or missing pads or parts cost extra.
  • Neck Cork Replacement … $15
  • Full Repad (includes Clean & Service) … $500
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