Trumpet, Cornet & Flugelhorn Repairs
Why Use MusiCraft?
At MusiCraft, we employ a team of five on-site brass and woodwind technicians. We have always prided ourselves on delivering first-class workmanship, where your playing pleasure is our priority. Our team of skilled technicians has earned an enviable reputation amongst musicians and teachers alike. We pride ourselves on the highest quality of workmanship, which we guarantee.
Repairs: R900.00 per hour (minimum charge of R450.00)
Emergency Repairs
Done while you wait, including re-soldering loose stays, braces and tubes, dent removal, and other minor repairs.
Labour: R1,100.00 per hour.
Please Note: Due to the varying condition of instruments received for servicing, maintenance pricing is determined according to the instrument’s overall condition and the labour required to restore proper playing condition. Final quotations are based on the assessed service level after inspection.
Maintenance Service
This service includes the removal of all working parts, valves and tuning slides. The instrument is cleaned, washed and all corrosion removed from the tubing, valves, valve casings and tuning slides. Minor repairs are carried out, water key corks are replaced, and the instrument is reassembled and lubricated.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Service | R1,850 – R3,650 |
Major Service
Includes all necessary major repairs, including straightening bent valves and tubing, re-soldering loose stays, braces and tubes, freeing stuck tuning slides, removing dents, detecting leaks, complete valve work with hand lapping for smooth valve action, replacing felts, corks and springs, and restoring the instrument to excellent playing condition.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Major Service | R4,000 – R6,000 |
Complete Overhaul, Silver Plating & Re-Lacquering
This service includes complete stripping of the instrument, removal of all dents, major repairs, replacement of missing parts, resurfacing of the metal to a high-polish finish, silver plating or re-lacquering, and complete valve rebuilding, including copper and nickel plating where required.
Quotations for these specialised services will be provided following examination of your instrument.
Please Note: Replacement of missing parts is not included and will be quoted separately.
Free Collection & Delivery
We provide a free collection and delivery service to local schools and use a reliable courier service for customers throughout South Africa.