Mike Nottage Woodwind Repair

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During a clarinet re pad instruments are inspected, stripped, cleaned and polished. Tone holes checked and adjusted as necessary. , Springs and Corks replaced where needed. I do not replace all springs during a re-pad as this is not in the best interest of the instrument (it can cause more problems later if not required). I will replace any spring that has come to the end of its serviceable life or looks like it is close to this point.  Instrument is reassembled and regulation is set up. Tenon corks replaced if needed. Reassembled and regulation set up.A free three month inspection is also included in the price. This will give me an opportunity to inspect the work and make any minor adjustments needed after the settling in of new pads.

Usually most repairers use naked flame to seat pads by floating them in Shellac. I now use a Carbon electrode set up on wooden instruments that is totally controllable. This significantly reduces any risk of heat damage to the instrument and its components.

Drop in for a free inspection and advice.

Re pad work carries a 12 month guarantee. Not to include wear and tear or miss-use.

Cost of re-pad £110

Professional instruments may be more expensive.

Clarinet Re pad